{"title":"Toyota Base Plates","description":"\u003cp\u003eTow bar base plates for flat towing your Toyota behind an RV, including the Tacoma.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"roadmaster-base-plate-521196-4-toyota-tacoma","title":"Roadmaster EZ4 Series Tow Bar Base Plate – 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma | 521196-4","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Roadmaster 521196-4 is an EZ4 Series crossbar-style base plate kit made for the 2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma. A base plate mounts to the towed vehicle's frame behind the front bumper and gives the tow bar a strong, vehicle-specific attachment point for flat towing. With the crossbar style, a removable crossbar attaches to the base plate and the tow bar connects to the crossbar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EZ4 brackets use a spring-loaded locking system that lets them sit recessed for a clean, uncluttered look when you're not towing. The front arms click into place as they're rotated into position; to remove them, pull the ring and twist the arm 90 degrees. The brackets also have a built-in mounting point for the electrical socket. Installation note from the manufacturer: the bumper fascia must be removed and reinstalled during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use with tow bars and accessories that require a crossbar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFitment can vary by trim, bumper and options. If your motorhome-mounted tow bar connects directly to the base plate, the direct-connect version (521196-5) is the usual choice. Contact us with your vehicle and tow bar model if you're unsure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roadmaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 521196-4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e EZ4 (crossbar-style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTab type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety cable hooks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated install time:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 3 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring-loaded locking system lets the brackets sit recessed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArms click into place and remove with a pull-ring and 90-degree twist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in mounting point for the electrical socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase plate brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick disconnects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHelpful Links\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-base-plates\"\u003eToyota base plates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rv-tow-bars-flat-towing\"\u003eRV tow bars for flat towing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/flat-towing-setup-diy-install-guide\"\u003eDIY flat towing setup guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Order:\u003c\/strong\u003e ships directly from the manufacturer in approximately 3–5 weeks. Special-order shipping applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Roadmaster","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68407484612859,"sku":"521196-4","price":574.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/3851\/7755\/files\/ImageServerAPI_1125c562-b32a-40be-a6b3-c8dea046a2f8.jpg?v=1793136985"},{"product_id":"roadmaster-base-plate-521196-5-toyota-tacoma","title":"Roadmaster Tow Bar Base Plate – 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma | 521196-5","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Roadmaster 521196-5 is a direct-connect (EZ5-style) base plate kit made for the 2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma. A base plate mounts to the towed vehicle's frame behind the front bumper and gives a motorhome-mounted tow bar a strong, vehicle-specific attachment point for flat towing. This design eliminates the quick-disconnect crossbar: any Roadmaster motorhome-mounted tow bar attaches directly to the bracket's removable arms. Roadmaster notes this bracket is designed for heavier vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brackets use a spring-loaded locking system that lets them sit recessed for a clean, uncluttered look when you're not towing. The front arms click into place as they're rotated into position; to remove them, pull the ring and twist the arm 90 degrees. Safety cable anchor tabs accept a snap hook, so safety cables can connect directly to the bracket, and there's a built-in mounting point for the electrical socket. Installation notes from the manufacturer: the bumper fascia must be removed and reinstalled, and some minor drilling is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoadmaster motorhome-mounted tow bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFitment can vary by trim, bumper and options. If your tow bar requires a crossbar, choose the EZ4 version (521196-4). Contact us with your vehicle and tow bar model if you're unsure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roadmaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 521196-5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct-connect (no crossbar required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTab type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety cable hooks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated install time:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 3 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo crossbar needed; tow bar connects directly to the brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring-loaded locking system lets the brackets sit recessed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArms click into place and remove with a pull-ring and 90-degree twist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety cable anchor tabs accept snap hooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in mounting point for the electrical socket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHelpful Links\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-base-plates\"\u003eToyota base plates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rv-tow-bars-flat-towing\"\u003eRV tow bars for flat towing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/flat-towing-setup-diy-install-guide\"\u003eDIY flat towing setup guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Availability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Order:\u003c\/strong\u003e ships directly from the manufacturer in approximately 3–5 weeks. Special-order shipping applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Roadmaster","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68407484645627,"sku":"521196-5","price":574.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/3851\/7755\/files\/ImageServerAPI_58dfaf62-3f26-4234-9dfd-54de37ee41ad.jpg?v=1793136987"}],"url":"https:\/\/rvtowingpros.com\/collections\/toyota-base-plates.oembed","provider":"RV Towing Pros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}