Towing and Plow options

[LilithOGBadGirl]

First time Jeep owner (still squealing out of excitement and waving idiotically [yes I know the Jeep Wave, I actually had to teach my bestie the Jeep Wave]).

Sadly, the only issue I've come across was my 2021 JL, 80th anniversary did not come with a towing package. What are some good Jeep specific tow kits that are "less aftermarket" if possible? I'm also looking for a front end tow kit and plow kit as well for snow. I am an essential worker and I still need to report to work even if it snows 6 feet. Plus my driveway is a mile long and deep in the country.

She is a 4 cylinder. Also I have plans to get her undercarriage lined with Rhino liner. Would that effect the towing kits if I put the tow kit on before or after the spray. Very open to a lot of suggestions and I hope to see guys of on the road!!

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[hoch]

“Less aftermarket tow kit?” Do you mean a factory OEM tow package?

And a plow on a Jeep? Just get a lift, 37’s and have fun down your driveway!
Or buy an old 3/4 ton and put a plow on that.

 

[UniqueUserName]

I run a plow on my 1994, 2.5L, manual, YJ. It works great. Been using it for over six years on my steep, high elevation driveway. Much more maneuverable than a truck/plow combo.
I run a DK2 StormII plow on it. It’s not a commercial plow, but great on my 800ft paved and my neighbor’s unpaved driveway. I don’t drive mine on the road with the plow mounted, except to get gas.

They use vehicle, specific mounts based on a stock vehicle configuration. The mount works great on my YJ. Make sure the mounting system is going to work on your vehicle, along with any mods. Regardless of what plow you want to mount.

 

[6.2Blazer]

My dad has a '19 that he bought used and had the Jeep dealership install a tow hitch as part of the deal. From what I have seen there isn't much difference between the basic factory hitch and the name brand aftermarket versions. The "hardest" and most time consuming part is installing the trailer light connections (at least on his '19 that did not come with any factory towing stuff).
I would not recommend spraying the undercarriage with Rhino Lining, or any of that thick spray in bed liner material. If you want rust protection have it sprayed with an oil based undercoating like Krown, Woolwax, FluidFilm, etc....
Some people will freak out over having a snowplow on a Jeep, however they make a really nice maneuverable combo that works fine for light plowing (no experience with an actual JL, but know several people who have used older Wrangler models with good success....for lighter use of course). But if your main concern is making it to work in snow, I don't think that a snowplow is the answer. Plowing your driveway is one thing, but you are not (at least shouldn't be) running a private snowplow down a public road. My dad is retired but runs a snowplow for our local township, so an official government body, and they are not supposed to run with the plow down on any roads that are not specifically under control of that township. Meaning any state or county roads they run on between the smaller township roads they do not run with the plows down. I understand you may be an essential worker, but if you physically can't make it down the road in a Jeep because the snow is so deep then you shouldn't be trying to leave the house. As stated above if you are really that concerned a small lift and some bigger tires would be a better bet. If you had a plow on the Jeep and have it raised up, it's more of a detriment and will hold you back. I also think if the snow is so deep the Jeep gets stuck.......you will be having a hard time trying to plow it. I know what a Ford F-550 4wd dump truck loaded down can handle snow depth wise, and that is way more than a JL.

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