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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
My E-trailer experience was outstanding! From the great selection guide to the delivery to the installation support. The installation videos were very helpful. I had two installation issues that were answered with a prompt phone call. One call was on a Saturday morning. I highly recommend E-trailer!
Oredering and shipping was fast and easy. Products arrived in good condition. I haven't installed them yet, but it all looks as advertised. Not my first order with etrailer and the customer service was outstanding as always. Why anyone would order from any place other then etrailer I cannot fathom.
# 2
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Had Base Plate installed today, shop gave me 2.5 hr labor time. I returned just under 2hrs and they were backing my car out the shop. They parked it facing me. I told the Mechanic "That was quick" He said that's because it wouldn't fit. I was disappointed and asked what do I owe you for your labor> He laughed out loud and said it on there, but hard to see. I was so surprised and pleased you have to just about get down on your knees and bend down to see it. took me about 8 min to install everything and connect it to the Tow vehicle. I'm very pleased with it.
it works - what else can I say!
# 3
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Bought it at etrailer as I have with other trailer hitch related parts. Installed it myself, and it was a real job. I figure about 10 hours to get it right so I didn't have to worry if my 'toad' would pass my motorhome as I tooled down the road. Fit was perfect for my 2008 Honda CRV, but make sure you keep that oil cooler line up as high as possible or you will be redoing the fit to get the front cowling back on the car. Bought an angle grinder with cutoff wheels and that made the frame notching a lot easier. Note that if the removeable attachment pins are a tight fit into the base plate, they will loosen up with a good silicone lubricant and the wear of towing. I have towed with confidence for a year without a hitch (pun intended).
The video was invaluable. Had to make minor adjustment but went on in a couple hours. Will be taking to the road in May.
# 4
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Just took the maiden voyage with the new Motorhome and the new Tow Car or ( Toad ). After getting everything set up and installed on the coach and the dingy towing was a breeze. Hardly even noticed that i was towing a car behind me. Bought all RoadMaster equipment and purchased everything from etrailer, baseplate and towbar with the invisibrake system and all the necessary cables. Etrailer was Awesome they made sure that I had everything needed and that everything fit my vehicle.
The Roadmaster Direct-Connect base plate kit for our 2014 Honda CRV came complete as advertised. It had very good instructions, and I was able to install it myself. It has worked as expected, and we are pleased with the product.
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Purchased a Stowmaster baseplate for my 2009 Honda CRV. The quality construction and welding on this base plate is superior! The engineering was excellent and the assembly fit perfectly! The installation instructions were very detailed and the color photos made the project easy and straight-forward! Installation took about 2 hours but was not difficult. Shipping was on time and quick! Highly Recommend etrailer!!!!
Installed this base plate on my 2007 CR-V today. Instructions were clear and very helpful. Had to drill out two holes through frame to install longer bolts. Only caution here is when trying to torque these two bolts , the hollow frame channel will begin to deform before torque spec is reached. Hope the Loctite holds!
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
2009 Honda Element. Did installation myself took 2 hours. Buy new 13/16th drill bits. Use vise grips to hold in place while drilling. Be sure to use Locktite red on bolts. I also installed the wiring kit for this vehicle. I added an extra wire from RV braking light in center of RV back to braking light in Element back window. My bicycles block tail lights on Element. I used the six wire kit that came with coiled cord and two recepticals. Used lots of zip ties to secure wires along frame.
Baseplate Installation: I called several RV and trailer hitch centers. Parts and installation ranged from $2,050 to $2,200! Yikes! I read many installation reviews that concerned me about installing this tow bar myself on my 2003 Honda CRV. One reviewer took over 7 hours; some gave up. Yet, some reviewer didn't have difficulties. I view eTrailer's install video on a 2003 Honda Element, similar to the CRV; didn't seem all that difficult, but it's what you don't see that can be the problem. Received the tow bar before the expected delivery date! Read the instruction; watch the video again, and said, what the heck. Before I started, I purchased a new, high-quality 13/32" bit, Locktite (red), and six push rivets from Honda (I figured I break a few, and I did, and some were missing). Working slowly and reading the instructions, I had the front end off in 45 min (Steps 1-4). Removed the metal bumper, drilled and set frame support bolts, and removed the bumper flange in an hour (Steps 5-8). I did grind smooth and primer the removed flange area (photo). My 86 y.o. father-in-law help me with the baseplate attachment. Took our time; did a dry fit to see how the receivers fit through the grill; drilled, set bolts, and safety cable; all in less than an hour (Steps 9-11). I stood back and couldn't believe it was installed; what did I miss? Nothing. Reassembled the front end. Didn't have to cut the grill. I am most pleased.
# 7
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Heavy well packaged came with all hardware and a concise instruction sheet
Great service and great product.
# 8
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
The Base Plate Kit for the CR-V was easy to install and was a perfect fit. I am very happy with this purchased and recommend it to others.
Easy instructions to follow and all parts fit perfectly. Been towing behind our Motorhome for 1 year with no problems. The Roadmaster EZ5 is a great towing system. Keep up the good work.
# 9
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Blue ox Base Plate BX2221: Well built but very poor fit on my honda CRV 2001, after follow instructions exactly I had to cut and file parts of the car, elongate 4 bolt holes on the baseplate, a lot of thinking on where to cut to minimize modifications on the car. Is not my first baseplate installation, I'm ASE certified master mechanic for more the 30 years so I'm not extrange on this kind of work. I understand the baseplate can't be a perfect fit for every year of every model of car because modifications on the factory production line but be ready to do some thinking, cutting and filing.
# 10
Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Thank you for your help in choosing the correct items needed. I got everything needed for a successful installation. The people that installed my baseplate were very happy with your instructions.They had never used a Demco product and were happy to have this great first experience !! Me too...Thank you!
It is well built, fit as expected. Easy to install. Warning to future buyers to install on crv, the hole you drill in bumper is difficult because it is high strenght steel regular drill bit do not work well. I managed to drill it with a step bit. The baseplate needs a small decal to say "this side upward"
# 11
etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
the installation went pretty smooth, the complaint I have is the welded bolt plates the nuts weren't aligned properly before welded. I do like it and it does look and fit good.
Installed on 2014 Honda CRV to be towed by Class C motorhome. First time towing a car and the base plate worked great for our 2000+ trip. Everyone at at eTrailer is super to work with!
# 12
Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Installation went well! The pictures in instructions are a bit hard to decipher! Using it in a few days. It is a replacement my last CR V 2003 was totalled in an accident had a Blue Ox before seems comparable!
This fit as it should works great I have towed my Honda over 5000 miles and no issues
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etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
# 14
Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Great Company Product arrived on time and the tracking information was above and beyond what I expected Product is exactly as described and of excellent quality Would highly recommend etrailer and Roadmaster
The install was easy and the base plate does a great job. The only issue that I had was the mount for the wiring harness had one of the mounting points welded on backwards. I did not notice this until the mounting plate was completely installed. etrailer gave me a small amount of money back for this, but that amount of money definitely was not worth the inconvenience this small error in manufacturing has caused. If it were not for this defect I would be 100% happy with this product and recommend it to anyone. Since this defect creates an inconvenience every time I hook up and unhook it is pretty frustrating and I know it will eventually lead to the plug mount breaking since there is no way to properly attach it. A note to the manufacturer and to etrailer... the small things matter. It did not seem to matter to you, but it matters a lot to the guy who paid you for it.
# 15
Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Alex was a great help. Etrailer is first class, knowledgeable. Will definitely use them again!
Owned a year and over 10,000 miles with no issue. Instructions were right on.
# 16
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
GREAT customer service, great product arrived as promised.
The size of the box terrified me but I had to do this one myself. This project is not for the faint of heart. When you think about what could go wrong you could wet yourself. I went with my gut and just opened the box. Hmmm, packaged very well with everything you need for the install. No going to the hardware store for this or that. Sat there with a cold sarsaparilla and read the very detailed instructions, went back to the etrailer web site and checked out some vids and pics. Hmm, it didn’t seem that daunting of a job. On my 04 Lexus GX470 most of the holes were drilled. Before I knew it 5 hours had past and I owned a toad! I took it to my local Rv service center for an inspection and it was deemed safe to use. This thing is awesome, tracs straight as an arrow. Now, I have to figure out this diode lighting kit. Camping is fun! Yah!!! :) Noah and etrailer made this a tolerable project. I urge everyone to take advantage of the resources that are on this sight. I always learn something when I’m there. See y’all on the trail….Rod
# 17
Roadmaster EZ Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Purchased the towing adapter for my GMC Terrain a few week ago, received it on time & boxed not damaged. Watched the videos’ about three time on how to do it myself and started one evening and finished it the next morning about three hours with Beer Breaks, LoL. All the parts fix perfectly, had no problems with any of the parts, Product is real sturdy and if you don’t know where to look at the bumper you will not see the hide away receiver brackets. Very nice product, do it yourself and save Up loading two photos if it will let me one is with hide away brackets installed and the other one you can see is my complete tow bar attached to the hide away brackets
Roadmaster base plate for 2010 GMC Terrain. Very detailed instructions, great videos. Product was as described, no holes to drill, just replace factory parts with Roadmaster parts. Everything went together very well. I used the instructions supplied along with the video on my laptop. Hardest part was popping the bumper shroud back on due to colder temperature. I have a fair bit of experience with rebuilding classic cars so have lots tools and reasonable mechanical ability.
# 18
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
I received the Blue Ox base plate today. I worked with Lauren who a very good communicator is, helped me find exactly what I needed. She even knew when I received my part and called me to ensure that there were no issues. This is the 3rd item that I bought from ETrailer. Every time I have had very good service and good products.
I must admit the only way that understanding the instructions and installing the BX1126 Base Plate on my 2014 Jeep Wrangler could have been any easier. Would be if there would have been a mechanic in the box to install it for me. The videos on etrailer are great and will answer any questions that you might have.
# 19
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
The order was almost right but not the fault of Etraler. One of the nuts was fouled. I was very pleased with the way E trailer handled the problem. They quickly shipped out a replacement. Very nice folks that seem to care about their clientele. I will defiantly use them again.
First we want to rate etrailer service- it was excellent! Items arrived on time. The video on the web was very helpful & Blue Ox sent good instructions in the box. The installation went well, completed in 3 days. Couple of points on the instructions/install; On the bumper fascia you will have to do a LOT of trimming, and it's a matter of trying to get it back on, numerous times. Also once you finally get it trimmed to fit with base plate installed, snapping in the fascia is not easy, it's push & shove to get it back on. The only other issue is getting those hex nuts screwed into the bolts, there is very little room to work & you have to get the nut lined up EXACTLY before the screw will fit. We painted the one side of it white to see it through the drilled holes better, you will also need someone to hold a flashlight while the other person tries to get it bolted on. Then you have to be ready to put the locktite on before the nut slips out of place. Patience, patience, patience!!! Luckily my husband has lots of it - he read & reread the instructions before he started-had all his tools lined up & then went to it - I just kept my mouth shut & held the flashlight & helped him with the bumper fascia. He is out in the garage now installing the wiring harness. We had to wait to order the receiver hitch (10") until the base plate was installed & we could line it up with our RV & figure the difference (2012 Chevy Equinox). We live in Prescott AZ & hope to leave for a trip to the Grand Canyon & Santa Fe New Mexico in about a week.
# 20
Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
What our customers are saying:
"I received this order yesterday. Thanks for the outstanding service. I appreciate it! Thanks, Alex"