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Stowmaster Tow Bar
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America's Best-Selling Car-Mounted Tow Bar!
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- Stainless steel in virtually every moving component for smooth, trouble-free operation.
- Autowlok locking mechanism — allows both tow bar arms to extend or retract for a quick connection. Then, as you drive away, the arms self-center and automatically lock.
- Full-length safety crossbar — a full-length angle iron brace is integrated into the rear of the bar for maximum support.
- Self-lubricating nylon bushings eliminate friction between the inner and outer arms. Other tow bars use steel on steel.
- Plug-welded arms — steel plugs seal both ends of the tow bar, preventing corrosion from moisture and debris.
- A lustrous, high-tech powder coat finish for maximum durability.A lustrous, high-tech powder coat finish for maximum durability.
- Stainless steel in virtually every moving component for smooth, trouble-free operation.
- Autowlok locking mechanism — allows both tow bar arms to extend or retract for a quick connection. Then, as you drive away, the arms self-center and automatically lock.
- Full-length safety crossbar — a full-length angle iron brace is integrated into the rear of the bar for maximum support.
- Self-lubricating nylon bushings eliminate friction between the inner and outer arms. Other tow bars use steel on steel.
- Plug-welded arms — steel plugs seal both ends of the tow bar, preventing corrosion from moisture and debris.
Specs
| Weight Capacity | 6000.00 lbs |
|---|---|
| Unit Weight | 48.00 lb |
| Brand | Roadmaster |
| MFG Part No. | 501 |
Reviews
Q & A
America's Best-Selling Car-Mounted Tow Bar!
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- Stainless steel in virtually every moving component for smooth, trouble-free operation.
- Autowlok locking mechanism — allows both tow bar arms to extend or retract for a quick connection. Then, as you drive away, the arms self-center and automatically lock.
- Full-length safety crossbar — a full-length angle iron brace is integrated into the rear of the bar for maximum support.
- Self-lubricating nylon bushings eliminate friction between the inner and outer arms. Other tow bars use steel on steel.
- Plug-welded arms — steel plugs seal both ends of the tow bar, preventing corrosion from moisture and debris.
- A lustrous, high-tech powder coat finish for maximum durability.A lustrous, high-tech powder coat finish for maximum durability.
- Stainless steel in virtually every moving component for smooth, trouble-free operation.
- Autowlok locking mechanism — allows both tow bar arms to extend or retract for a quick connection. Then, as you drive away, the arms self-center and automatically lock.
- Full-length safety crossbar — a full-length angle iron brace is integrated into the rear of the bar for maximum support.
- Self-lubricating nylon bushings eliminate friction between the inner and outer arms. Other tow bars use steel on steel.
- Plug-welded arms — steel plugs seal both ends of the tow bar, preventing corrosion from moisture and debris.
| Weight Capacity | 6000.00 lbs |
|---|---|
| Unit Weight | 48.00 lb |
| Brand | Roadmaster |
| MFG Part No. | 501 |
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Paul Ennor from
Best Value in tow bars
I've used the Stowmaster tow bar for about 18 months and find it to be easy to use, simple to hook-up, reliable, and easy to take on and off of the tow vehicle. I perfer the Stowmaster with it's ball mount over others models that connect directly to the motorhome's 2" stinger adapter. The Stowmaster stays with the toad which I find more desirable than tow bars that stay on the motorhome. This is a personal prefence thing I guess, but it's MY preference. I'm in the process of trading my Jeep Wrangler for a Chevy Colorado, and all I have to do is buy base-plates for the Colorado and I'm ready to roll.
Date published: 2004-08-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
michael clark from
Easy hook up in all kinds of weather
I have had my Stowmaster for over 12 years and have never had a problem with it. Since I RV year round I have come to appreciate the quickeness and efficient way I am ablr to hook the dingy up by myslef in all kinds of weather. Good design with high quality workmanship.
Date published: 2005-06-08
Rated 5 out of
5
by
George P. Butler from
Used with 2 "toads". Works like a WONDER. One-person hook-up.
I used this Stowmaster to tow my Jeep Cherokee four-down on a solo, five-week, nine-western-states tour in 1999. I got the Stowmaster accessory and wiring kit and the behind-bumper base plate installed.
Hook-up and disconnect was a breeze.
The self-aligning feature is nice!!! One-person hook-up is simple, when you don't have to get the hitch directly over the ball before connecting. Just get it near, hook to the ball, then pull the tow vehicle forward and the arms lock.
I kept the Stowmaster attached to the Jeep the whole trip, even when 4-wheeling. Not a rattle nor rumble.
When I got ready to move to a new job, I sold the Jeep and bought a Saturn.
I only had to buy a new Saturn base plate and the minor portion of the wiring for inside the car, and I was again towing.
The same Stowmaster tow bar again fit perfectly and performed flawlessly on the trip from California to Georgia, towing the Saturn four-down.
Stowmaster makes the bar to be interchangeable, then "worries" about the actual fit through its base plates. Good design!
Date published: 2007-04-19
Rated 3 out of
5
by
Dan Wooldridge from
Lower Back Pain
I bought this and have used it about a half a dozen times to tow our 2004 Jeep Wrangler behind our Class A Motorhome.
It all works fine, unhooked fine, but the darn thing just weighs way to much to take it off and put it on when arriving/departing, put it in it's bag and stuffing it in one of the compartments under the motorhome for storage.
Date published: 2004-08-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
james wyrick from
15 years and still works great!
Purchased my first Stowmaster 5000 in 1998. Just purchased a replacement today
because the price was right! The original still functions as new, only minimal bushing
wear. The stainless construction held up through it all, the design makes it easy for one
person to hook up to the toad to the coach. One only needs to get close, the tow bar
collapses and can be maneuvered in and out and from side to side, once the coach is
driven forward, the tow bar automatically locks itself inline. I chose to have the tow bar
remain mounted to the toad when in travel mode, but you can have it set-up to remain on
the coach if you wish. Bottom line, after all the miles, it still performs as designed. If you
purchase another toad, all that is needed is a base plate for the new rig, and the tow bar
can be switched over to the new rig. The only maintenance I performed was: wash off the
road debris and occasionally spray the tow bar with a lubricant.(WD40 or equivalent)
Virtually worry free for years. I also purchased the tow accessories, which like the tow bar,
worked effortlessly in tandem, the right parts for the complete package.
Date published: 2013-05-28
Rated 5 out of
5
by
John Anderson from
towbar
Installed on 2007 Jeep and 2011 Itasca. Very sturdy, a little heavy but very easy to put
on/off. Great feature with the flexible movement of the ball hitch. Would recommend to
anyone!
Date published: 2011-08-15
can it tow a honda crv touring >?
The tow bar its self has a weight capacity of 6,000 lbs. which should be well within spec for a Honda CRV and is quite universal in nature. The vehicle make/model/year-specific component that is needed to attach this tow bar are base plates/brackets by Roadmaster.
Most of the base plates/brackets are listed on the product configuration page: https://www.campingworld.com/roadmaster-hidden-tow-bar-brackets-35256d.html
If your vehicle is not listed, please use Roadmaster's FitMaster Search Tool( https://fitmaster.roadmasterinc.com/ ) to obtain a manufacturer part number.
Then contact Sales at 888-626-7576 to order.
We have most base plates loaded in our database for order but a number of them do not show on the website.
Base plates not loaded with a Camping World Item# can be special ordered through our Technical Service Department(available M-F, 8:00-5:00 CST) at the same phone number(888-626-7576).
Date published: 2021-05-20
how much is the base plates for this tow
It will depend on the year/make/model of the vehicle and what type of bracket is selected as Roadmaster often has more than one type per specific vehicle.
Most of the base plates/brackets are listed on the product configuration page: https://www.campingworld.com/roadmaster-hidden-tow-bar-brackets-35256d.html
If your vehicle is not listed, please use Roadmaster's FitMaster Search Tool( https://fitmaster.roadmasterinc.com/ ) to obtain a manufacturer part number.
Then contact Sales at 888-626-7576 to order.
We have most base plates loaded in our database for order but a number of them do not show on the website.
Base plates not loaded with a Camping World Item# can be special ordered through our Technical Service Department(available M-F, 8:00-5:00 CST) at the same phone number(888-626-7576).
Date published: 2021-04-28
When using the stowmaster is anything else needed like a braking system, etc.
You will also need base plates on the towed vehicle for the Stowmaster tow bar to attach to. It is recommended you use the manufacturer website(https://fitmaster.roadmasterinc.com/) to find a manufacturer part number as base plates are year/make/model specific. Once you have the part number, you can often enter directly in to the search bar on our website to be taken to a product page for purchase.
If no product page appears, please contact Sales @ 888-626-7576 to order.
Roadmaster's Fit Master will also provide some additional notes about ignition and wiring about vehicles if some modifications are needed to flat tow a vehicle.
A set of safety cables will be needed since none are included with this tow bar, see SKU# 14630 as an example.
Supplemental braking and break away kits are required in most states, some manufacturers try to track this information for RV owner's, below are two links.
https://rvibrake.com/pages/flat-towing-law
https://www.readybrake.com/state-towing-laws.html
Braking products we carry can be viewed @
https://www.campingworld.com/hitch-tow/vehicle-towing/tow-car-brakes-accessories
Date published: 2020-03-23
Can a 2016 Buick encore be flat towed? How about a 2005 Mercedes slk350?
No, a 2016 Buick Encore has to be placed on a trailer if it is an AWD model, while FWD versions can be placed on a tow dolly.
As for a 2005 Mercedes SLK350, the vehicle has to be placed on a trailer.
Date published: 2020-03-23
Have 2016 Ram 1500 Hemi & considering a Stowmaster 5000 Tow Bar. Can tow bar tow truck ok, and then can tow bar tow truck & 1000# boat ok?
This tow bar has a towing capacity of 6,000 lbs. So based on manufacturer printed specs, it should be able to pull your truck with limited cargo.
Capacity of this tow bar is not high enough to pull your pickup plus a 1000 lb. boat.
Date published: 2019-07-22
Will this tow bar work with a 2006 Nissan Fronter crew cab
Refer to your owner's manual first to verify if your truck can be flat towed. Your Nissan Frontier may require a drive shaft disconnect from Remco to be installed.<p>To attach this tow bar, you will need to have Roadmaster brackets SKU#49065 (MX style bracket) or SKU#48707 (XL style brackets) installed first. <a href=http://roadmasterinc.com/products/brackets/bracket_type.html>Roadmaster: Bracket Types Explanation</a>
Date published: 2019-03-08
If I order this tow bar, can I install myself, do I need special tools or additional parts or does Camping World need to install?
The Stowmaster can be self installed, <a href=http://roadmasterinc.com/pdf/85-1030-09.pdf>Stowmaster: Install Manual</a>. However, to flat tow a vehicle, said vehicle must first be capable of being flat towed. Secondly, the vehicle will need tow brackets installed(<a href=http://roadmasterinc.com/vehicle_guide/tow_bar_brackets.php>Roadmaster: Mounting Bracket Guide</a>), and brake light wiring/magnetic tow lights in which a professional installer is recommended. Supplemental braking should be installed in the towed vehicle, most of these systems can be self installed.
Date published: 2019-03-18
Can this be used to tow a 2005 Toyota Prius with a 2013 Winnebago Vista?
No, a Toyota Prius cannot be flat towed, please refer to the Owner's Manual for instructions on towing(i.e. tow dolly or trailer must be used).
Date published: 2019-03-08