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Towbar installation... need advice

We need our 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee equipped for towing.  We're in Houston and just talked to Smitty's where we have had this sort of work done previously, but they are booked up until February 25.  That date would mean putting off our return to sunny Tucson even further.  We have a February 20 appointment with MOT for some work on our coach.  I'd like to get that done and then head west. 

Does anyone know of anyone that does this sort of work in Nac or close by?  I will probably go with a Roadmaster towbar (Falcon 2) and base plates.  But I would not object to a Blue Ox setup either (recommendations?).  The Jeep weighs about 5000 lbs and we're starting from scratch.  I will also need a braking system installed and am leaning toward the Roadmaster Brakemaster which would also need to be installed. 

Thanks in advance,
George
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George Hatfield

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Quote from: George Hatfield –
We need our 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee equipped for towing.  We're in Houston and just talked to Smitty's where we have had this sort of work done previously, but they are booked up until February 25.  That date would mean putting off our return to sunny Tucson even further.  We have a February 20 appointment with MOT for some work on our coach.  I'd like to get that done and then head west. 

Does anyone know of anyone that does this sort of work in Nac or close by?  I will probably go with a Roadmaster towbar (Falcon 2) and base plates.  But I would not object to a Blue Ox setup either (recommendations?).  The Jeep weighs about 5000 lbs and we're starting from scratch.  I will also need a braking system installed and am leaning toward the Roadmaster Brakemaster which would also need to be installed. 

Thanks in advance,
George

George, not sure but does any body parts need to come off to install the tow plates?  On our Equinox, there is a bunch and I am thinking about taking it to a body shop.  You might want to see if they can handle that job.  Just an idea!
Joe & Dottie Allen
Sold!  December 2023.      2000 U320; build # 5645
Our coach " Maxine"
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Reply #2 –
You need to have a brake installed too.

Please read:

Roadmaster Inc. - Tow Bars, Braking Systems & RV Accessories
Chris and Tammy White  CDA Idaho
Previous owners 1997 U295 36' 3126 Cat 300 HP Build # 4998
Former Foretravel tech & RVIA certified tech
Former owner Custom Satellite home/RV satellites 
Former owner Vans LTD  van conversions
Unemployed, panhandler, drag racer NHRA #6348

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We now have a Hatfield and a McCoy.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

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I like the M & G system operates of the coach direct to master cyl.  They are located in Athens, Tx
Jimmy Freytag,  Ardmore, Ok
1999 36ft U320. — -SOLD—-
1988 40ft GV        1990 36ft U280
1993 40ft U280      1996 36ft U280
  TRAVEL WHILE YOU CAN THE TIME WILL COME
            WHEN YOU NO LONGER CAN.

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I have used the ReadyBrute tow bar/braking (or similar)  on four tows now.  Our Jeep Cherokee has Blue Ox base plates.  Braking is simple, effective and proportional.  Nothing on the floor of the Jeep, no changes to the braking system in the Jeep or the air system of the coach.  It is just mechanical and simple and cost effective.  Check it out. Shop for price.

ReadyBrute™ Elite RV Tow Bar

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Dues Campers does installs and sale of blue ox in Dickinson on the Gulf Freeway
1995 U320
Build #4677
2011 Honda CRV

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Quote from: George Hatfield –
We need our 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee equipped for towing.  We're in Houston and just talked to Smitty's where we have had this sort of work done previously, but they are booked up until February 25.  That date would mean putting off our return to sunny Tucson even further.  We have a February 20 appointment with MOT for some work on our coach.  I'd like to get that done and then head west. 

Does anyone know of anyone that does this sort of work in Nac or close by?  I will probably go with a Roadmaster towbar (Falcon 2) and base plates.  But I would not object to a Blue Ox setup either (recommendations?).  The Jeep weighs about 5000 lbs and we're starting from scratch.  I will also need a braking system installed and am leaning toward the Roadmaster Brakemaster which would also need to be installed. 

Thanks in advance,
George
George
Check and see if there is a UHaul location near you. They did all of mine except the air force I breaking system because they would no work on the air system. Their hourly rate was less than half what most RV places charge and did a good job.
Just my two cents
Ron Clark
Sherwood,Arkansas
1999 U 295 40 foot Build # 5550
2020 Jeep Gladiator
Motorcade # 18173
FMCA # F485593

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If Dues will do it, they are very close to your location (3.2 miles). Worth a drive over to check.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
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Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

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Check and see if MOT can do it. FOT did ours way back when.  ;D

see ya
ken
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I will second M&G aux brake located in Athens. Tx. they can also mount base Plates on Toad. Phone no 1-800-817-7698
Bill
Wild Bill Colston
1997 Class A Towing 2016 ford F150 XLT extended cab with Golf cart in 8 ft bed or a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
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Pilots lisc--------Commercial and Multi Eng

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George and Pat, welcome back and see our 295 is 8 builds after yours.
Come up to BC here and we have a nice private full hook up for you , beautiful spot in mnts and river minutes from orchards and wineries.
JohnH
Coachless, now use aircraft.
1994 Ford E350 ClassC,total renovation inside and out. Now sold.
2000 U295  36' Cummins 350 c/w Banks Stinger, Resonator upgrade,Solar, LED lites.Residential fridge with slide out pantry. Build 5674. Sold
ex 92 GV 022C ored Cummins. Sold
ex 95 GV240 cat 3116. Sold
2017 Mini cooper s & 2016 land Rover LR2 HSE  LUX.
jhaygarth@aol.com    SKP #130098
treat everyone as you would like to be.

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FOT & MOT do not stock parts so if they do install them you will need to give them notice so they can order the parts.
2014 ih45  (4th Foretravel owned)
 1997 36' U295 Sold in 2020, owned for 19 years
  U240 36' Sold to insurance company after melting in garage fire
    33' Foretravel on Dodge Chassis  Sold very long time ago