Which Roadmaster Direct Connect Baseplate Kit Fits a 2023 Ford Maverick?  

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Hey Rick. The correct Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit for your 2023 Ford Maverick is item # RM97RR. This baseplate kit is custom fit and comes with all hardware necessary to complete the installation. I've attached a couple of pictures below along with an installation video so you can see how to get it set up.

Here are the rest of the parts you will need to flat tow your 2023 Ford Maverick:

Tow Bar and Safety Chains - etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plates item # e74ZR

Wiring Harness - Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles item # RM-15267

Charge Line - Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles item # RM-156-25 OR item # DM66VR but only if you go with one of the Demco braking systems listed below.

Supplemental Braking System - SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System item # SM99251 or item # SM99243 if your motorhome has air brakes and the Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles item # RM87GR

High Low Adapter - The tow bar needs to be within 3" of level. If you measure the height of the inside top of the hitch receiver tube on your RV, and the height difference is more than 3 inches above/below the base plate tab height, you'll need a high/low adapter. I have linked a FAQ article that explains all this in more detail along with our selection of adapters.

What kind of motorhome do you have?

You can add this information and any other questions you have where it says Reply to Jerred H and I'll be happy to answer them.

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2023 Ford Maverick
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2023 Ford Maverick
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Jerred H.

12/29/2025

Hey Rick, how did the Roadmaster Direct-Connect base plate kit work out on your Ford Maverick? Did the setup go smoothly with the rest of your flat tow gear? Your update could make it easier for others towing the same vehicle.

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