Will Roadmaster Base Plate RM87NQ Work With Lower Air Shutter On 2025 Ford Maverick?

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I just purchased a 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid and setting it up to flat tow. Do any of the base plates install and leave the lower shutters functional?

asked by: Michael M

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Hello Michael, thanks for reaching out. We do have base plates that are compatible with the 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid, such as the Roadmaster # RM87NQ. This will require extensive modification/removal of the lower air shutter. This will be the case for any base plate. Roadmaster does cover this step in their instructions which I have linked for you below.

Please let me know if there is anything else I can do to help.

expert reply by: Jesse M

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RM87NQ Base Plate Example
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Jesse M.

9/29/2025

Hey Michael, did you find the Roadmaster base plate installation manageable with the modifications needed for your Maverick Hybrid? I'm asking because your experience could really help others in a similar situation.

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Answer 1

Hey Peter, congrats on the new Maverick! Here are the best parts to flat tow your 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plates item #e74ZR Baseplate Kit - Roadmaster…

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Answer 2

Hi Mark, I totally get how frustrating that must be especially after choosing the Maverick for flat towing. I did find some updated info I can share with you, but the best way to stay on top of things for your specific vehicle is to use Ford’s…

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Hey Shawn! You can definitely mix and match manufacturer's when setting up a flat tow. The one major thing you really have to pay attention to is the compatibility of the tow bars with the baseplates. You can mix up brands but they have to have…

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Hey Larry, we do have the Roadmaster base plate kit part #RM87NQ that is a confirmed fit for your 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid. Since you have a Blue Ox tow bar you'd also need the adapter part #BX88185.

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Answer 5

The Pollak Heavy Duty 7-Way part #PK11720 that you referenced is a heavy duty style 7-way. If you check out the attached diagram you'll see how it should be wired.

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Answer 6

I prefer the Blue Ox flat towing setups over the Roadmaster kits as I have found them to be just a little easier to use and they are very well made. I wouldn't worry to much about the bumper cuts and it doesn't affect the shudder system like…

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Answer 7

Hi Kirk! To get a braking system working on your 2026 Buick Encore GX, you will need to start with something like the Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord #RM-15267, if you do not already…

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Answer 8

Hi Ryan; according to Blue Ox the installation time for the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit #BLU94ER is 6 hours.

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Answer 9

Hey Steve, thanks for reaching out! The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM87NQ fits your 2025 Ford Maverick as long as it's the Hybrid model that doesn't have the engine block heater. It doesn't come with the 6-Pin connector,…

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Answer 10

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Answer 11

Hey Myron. We don't have any bolt on wheels like the Ultra-Fab Hitch Mounted Steel Rollers item #UF48-979017, you were looking at, that fit a 4" x 4" square tubing. However, I do have a solution for you. You can install a pair of weld…

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