Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit Installation - 2021 Ram 1500 Video

The Roadmaster #RM-422 BlackHawk tow bar you specified does include the quick disconnect crossbar, the tow bar isn't available minus the crossbar. Even though it will include the crossbar you don't need, it's still the most reasonably…

If you have the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-522203-5 installed on your 2019 Ram 1500 then you won't need to use the crossbar that comes with the Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain #RM-422 (see attached photo we took of this same…

I would go with the 6 inch Roadmaster High-Low Adapter part #RM-048-6. Being an inch off either way would not be a big deal, but I would rather have your tow vehicle pulling slightly up than down as down usually wears tires and suspension components…

The 2016 Ram 1500 can be flat towed with all 4 wheels on the ground only if it is a 4x4. If you have a 2-wheel drive Ram then it can be towed using a tow dolly with the REAR wheels off the ground. This is in the recreational towing section of the…

As long as you have a 4WD version of the 2018 Ram 1500 and you follow the recreational towing instructions found in the owner's manual starting on page 447 you won't need to worry about your vehicle not tracking behind your motorhome. There…

I would discourage the use of an adapter for use of 2 inch accessories in 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch receivers. The reason is that the adapter places the carrier farther away from the rear of the vehicle and hitch, creating additional torque that 1-1/4…

Absolutely, the Blue Ox Patriot Portable Braking System part #BLU37TR will be the best supplemental braking system for your needs. It is extremely easy to use and can be setup on almost any vehicle. This is one of my favorite supplemental braking…

For your 2022 Ram 1500 Big Horn the Roadmaster base plate kit part #RM-522203-5 is a confirmed fit and would be a great option that is easy to use. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and…

Great question! The Brake Buddy Classic 3 #HM39494 is a more basic system than the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524 as the Classic just uses preset braking (which applies the brakes at a preset intensity when the inertia sensor detects deceleration)…

For lighting you can use the bulb and socket kit, #RM-154, and not have to worry about cutting and splicing into the vehicle wiring. This Diode Kit allows you to use your vehicle's tail lights and wiring system while preventing feedback from your…

The only way to purchase the RoadMaster Blackhawk 2 All Terrain Tow Bar #RM-422 that you referenced is with the crossbar. Check out the review video I attached for this tow bar for more info on it.

If you have a motorhome mounted tow bar like the Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar part #RM-522 then you can use the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part #RM-522203-5 which is a fit for a 2020 Ram 1500. The crossbar assembly would then no longer be…