The direct-connect style baseplate allows you to connect your tow bar directly to the baseplate, eliminating the need for a crossbar. This is our easiest system to connect and disconnect. If you are using a motorhome-mounted tow bar, this is the baseplate you should choose. Fits 2013-2017 Jeep Wrangler. Fits 2013 10th Anniversary Edition, 2014 Rubicon X, 2015-2017 Hard Rock, 2016-2017 75th Anniversary, Recon & Winter models only. Will work with metal skidplates. Trimming of the shock absorption pad, active air shutter or louver housing, lower air dam, air deflector, reinforcement, cowling and/or rock guard is required.