New Demco Baseplate for 2025 Lariat Hybrid installed

[RDuckF16]

@RDuckF16 Any Updates on the install of the Redesign Demco Baseplate ?

I installed the baseplate and found there were still issues with reassembling the fascia at the bottom to align the 8 screws. No amount of pulling would allow them to reach. I finally determined that the plastic grid was hanging up on the two tow posts protruding through the grid. Upon further examination of the pictures online at e-trailer, I can see that they cut out the middle grid piece on each side above the tow posts that is causing the difficulty. In lieu of that, I chose to just drill new holes in the plastic in order to secure it to the skid plate properly through the metal clips as installed. So, ultimately you will need to cut or drill holes...no easy answer. The first two pics show the install and a close up showing the slight bowing of the plastic grid. The second shows the sections that you will need to remove if you want the screws in the lower fascia to fit in the original holes. Hope this helps.
Rich

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[Tony Pandy]

Thank you for the Update. Does not seem any difference for clearance with the revised Demco BP. Disappointed in that it seems no difference.

I still like the Demco Base plate over the other 2 brands in less butchering of the Shutters & Surround.

Compromise and decisions on which I'll be happy with.

Thank you for the Updates and Happy RVing

 

[Jeff R]

My RoadMaster Baseplate Installed on my 2025 Lariat AWD Hybrid - start to finish under 4 hours work great no issues after flat towing nearly 6,000 miles

My RoadMaster Baseplate Installed on my 2025 Lariat AWD Hybrid - start to finish under 4 hours work great no issues after flat towing nearly 6,000 miles

Dave, That looks great and good hearing no issues. I have a 2025 I am getting ready to use the Roadmaster base plate and a Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar. Can you tell me what you used for the wiring harness for the Maverick rear lights. New at this and looks like you have it down pat. Thanks

 

[Dave O]

Dave, That looks great and good hearing no issues. I have a 2025 I am getting ready to use the Roadmaster base plate and a Roadmaster Sterling Tow Bar. Can you tell me what you used for the wiring harness for the Maverick rear lights. New at this and looks like you have it down pat. Thanks

Thanks Jeff I ordered everything I needed for the installation directly from RoadMaster if you contact them they will ensure you have everything you need and answer any questions you have during installation I had a great experience with these guys

 

[MavGator]

I installed the baseplate and found there were still issues with reassembling the fascia at the bottom to align the 8 screws. No amount of pulling would allow them to reach. I finally determined that the plastic grid was hanging up on the two tow posts protruding through the grid. Upon further examination of the pictures online at e-trailer, I can see that they cut out the middle grid piece on each side above the tow posts that is causing the difficulty. In lieu of that, I chose to just drill new holes in the plastic in order to secure it to the skid plate properly through the metal clips as installed. So, ultimately you will need to cut or drill holes...no easy answer. The first two pics show the install and a close up showing the slight bowing of the plastic grid. The second shows the sections that you will need to remove if you want the screws in the lower fascia to fit in the original holes. Hope this helps.
Rich

Thanks for posting. I’ve been pulling my hair out trying to decide what baseplate to install in my 26 Lariat. The etrailer site says the ACC needed to be moved and recalibrated for the Demco baseplate. II called Demco today and they reluctantly admitted there was an updated design with the same model number as you describe. They said etrailer would have the updated baseplate. After being turned off by the Demco rep I will be reviewing blue ox and roadmaster.

I installed the baseplate and found there were still issues with reassembling the fascia at the bottom to align the 8 screws. No amount of pulling would allow them to reach. I finally determined that the plastic grid was hanging up on the two tow posts protruding through the grid. Upon further examination of the pictures online at e-trailer, I can see that they cut out the middle grid piece on each side above the tow posts that is causing the difficulty. In lieu of that, I chose to just drill new holes in the plastic in order to secure it to the skid plate properly through the metal clips as installed. So, ultimately you will need to cut or drill holes...no easy answer. The first two pics show the install and a close up showing the slight bowing of the plastic grid. The second shows the sections that you will need to remove if you want the screws in the lower fascia to fit in the original holes. Hope this helps.
Rich

 

[Dave O]

As far as the Mavericks go I have to say the RoadMaster Setup has been flawless I’ve flat towed my 2025 Lariat AWD Hybrid over 6,000 miles so far - I have used both BlueOX and Demco in the past and stand by my decision to go with RoadMaster on this vehicle

 

[MavGator]

My RoadMaster Baseplate Installed on my 2025 Lariat AWD Hybrid - start to finish under 4 hours work great no issues after flat towing nearly 6,000 miles

that looks like a clean install! I am now leaning in that directio.

 

[Dave O]

that looks like a clean install! I am now leaning in that directio.

I still have a BluxOx setup on my 2004 Jeep Wrangler TJ that works fine - I did a lot of research and spent a lot of time on the phone and emails with RoadMaster, Demco and BlueOx prior to them completing the design for their new baseplates for the 2025 Maverick refresh they all struggled and actually invited me to their shops to do the first install honestly all were too far from Florida to make the trip but RoadMaster seemed to be way ahead at the time and addressed the ACC Radar concerns with minimum disruption to the facial and shutters - good luck with whatever you decide I purchased directly from RoadMaster they have incredible support and follow-up to ensure I was good I like talking directly with the OEM verses a third party like e-trailer or others

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