Flat towing Jeep Wrangler JKU?
Anyone tow behind Class C? If so, set ups and where to get receiver hitch installed? Bolted or welded? Or both? Thank you.
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We tow a 2000 Wrangler TJ (not JKU) but here's our set up and costs, which you could mimic to a degree if it satisfy's your need. All our items ordered from eTrailer -- best prices and free shipping on our orders:
Tow Bar: Curt Front Bumper Tow Bar (we have steel bumper...you might need base plates and different bar). We opted for solid bar vs. the telescoping bars that cost nearly a grand. C19745 ... $100
Safety cables: RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs - RM-643 ... $70
Aux Brake system for Jeep: Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System. Item # RM-8700 ... $950
Charging system line (charges Jeep battery while towing): Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles - RM-156-25 ... $30
Tow lights: We used magnetic lights, to not splice in or factory wiring, since there was no "plug n play" as there most likely is on your JKU. Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights - 20' Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector Item # TL21RK ... $38
Cord between Motorhome and Jeep: Hopkins Nite-Glow Tow Bar Extension Cord w/ Socket - Coiled - 7-Way RV to 6-Way Round - 8' Long
Item # HM47054 ... $67
Tax on the above order: $75
Shipping: $0
Total cost: $1,260.
I installed it all myself over the course of 2 weekends. I could do it in 2 days now...a professional in a day.
Tow Bar: Curt Front Bumper Tow Bar (we have steel bumper...you might need base plates and different bar). We opted for solid bar vs. the telescoping bars that cost nearly a grand. C19745 ... $100
Safety cables: RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs - RM-643 ... $70
Aux Brake system for Jeep: Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System. Item # RM-8700 ... $950
Charging system line (charges Jeep battery while towing): Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles - RM-156-25 ... $30
Tow lights: We used magnetic lights, to not splice in or factory wiring, since there was no "plug n play" as there most likely is on your JKU. Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Lights - 20' Wiring Harness with 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector Item # TL21RK ... $38
Cord between Motorhome and Jeep: Hopkins Nite-Glow Tow Bar Extension Cord w/ Socket - Coiled - 7-Way RV to 6-Way Round - 8' Long
Item # HM47054 ... $67
Tax on the above order: $75
Shipping: $0
Total cost: $1,260.
I installed it all myself over the course of 2 weekends. I could do it in 2 days now...a professional in a day.
