Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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2000 Dodge Caravan
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If you care about keeping your vehicle’s front end uncluttered, this base plate makes that easy. The hidden design keeps brackets from sticking past the bumper, and the removable arms leave a clean, seamless look when you’re not towing. Each receiver includes a cover that keeps dirt and debris out, so the connection points stay clean and ready for the next trip.
Connecting and disconnecting takes just a few simple moves. Insert each arm into the receiver, twist until it locks, and secure it with the pin. When you’re done towing, pull the pin, rotate, and remove the arms—it’s that straightforward. The twist-lock system keeps everything tight and dependable every time you hook up.
This kit bolts directly to the chassis with no welding required, creating a solid mount that spreads towing forces evenly across the frame. The durable steel construction is powder coated to resist rust and corrosion, giving you confidence for long hauls. With a bracket distance of 24" and a height of 17", it’s built for strength and consistency out on the road.
This base plate pairs directly with Blue Ox tow bars for a secure fit. If you’re running a Roadmaster or Demco tow bar, adapters (RM-031, RM-031-5, or DM9523041, sold separately) make it easy to connect without replacing your existing gear. Integrated mounting points also let you add an electrical connector plug bracket (sold separately) so your wiring stays neat and protected at the front of your setup.
You don’t need specialized tools or welding gear to get this installed. The base plate bolts securely to your vehicle’s chassis using the included mounting hardware for a straightforward setup that fits right into a weekend project plan. Once it’s on, you’ll have a sturdy, low-profile system ready for reliable flat towing wherever your travels take you.
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Ratings & Reviews
The safety Cable installation left a little to be desired. I'm not sure if I installed it as designed. The cables we're really long enough to go aroiund the frame rails on our Jeep, under the Radiator mount, Aluminum Frame, I was only able to go around the Raditor mount on both sides. Didn't really seam like it was the right way, but I suspect it's only for if something comes loose that there isn't a catastrophic breakaway.
After installing over 500 baseplates on various vehicles, this one was probably the toughest one . It had the off road package on it . But it fit great after I had to remove a lot that had been bolted up for 27yrs.
Tried to install this baseplate. It was a challenge to say the least. It did not fit the frame of my Jeep YJ without making modifications to the mounting plates on the driver side. I had to use a cut off wheel and remove 3/16 of an inch from the driver side spacer (which is too long. See pictures) in order to get it to clear the frame. Also, instructions say to drill an additional 1/2 inch hole in the frame for a third mounting bolt. BUT....the internal frame construction doesn't allow the nut on a stick to pass under the existing reinforcements for the bolts that mount the steering gear to the frame. Nut is way too thick to pass under the internal tubing in the frame from manufacturer (AMC).
This was instilled on a 2024 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 truck. I watched your video online with this exact model truck and the words I remember most was “and we did not have to do any trimming”. Well my truck was certainly different than what was on video. Guess it’s because it’s a late build 2024 (end of September 2024) and the grill system was maybe what would appear on the 2025 models? There was lots of trimming involved. I also will tell you the mounting holes both for the frame and the bumper back plate did not line up and required some modifications to fit. I would like to say this job is not for the faint of heart. I luckily have a mechanical/machinist background so was able to get the job done. Have not tested it yet but will be soon. Good luck to those of you who are planning on installing it yourself. Just remember it can be done. Just take your time.
Items arrived in 2 days, free shipping. All appeared in new undamaged condition.
The Blue Ox base plate for my 2015 Kia Soul is well manufactured and, with a little bit of mechanical skill, easy to install. It fit perfectly without issues. Brad from etrailer provides a step-by-step installation video that is outstanding and nicely guides through the process from beginning to end. I highly recommend this Blue Ox base plate from etrailer.
Well the blue ox base plate actually fits my turbo engine. The Curt didn't fit as advertised.
Super high quality baseplate for towing by Blue Ox. Instructions, videos, shipping (one day!) and overall experience was awesome. A bit pricey but their quality and the additional support by E Trailer cannot be beat! BTW (E Trailer) the baseplate fits three different Jeep configurations but did not call out the Recon package. After looking at other brands which showed there's to fit the 3 variations AND the Recon, I figured it would fit and it DID. You should definitely upgrade to include the Recon Edition.
2019 Ford Ranger baseplate worked and fitted fine for me. 73 yrs old took me a couple hours but took many breaks. Younger could do it less than hour I'm sure.
Also works fine with my Blue Ox tow bar.
looks good in the box. Received very quickly. Got really good tracking info.
I was SN 12, so not a lot have been sold. Instructions were not up to the standard that I expected. Had to drill holes in the support base plate to fit my vehicle. No install videos.
I got it installed, however and it looks solid.
works very well installed it myself BUT did not out out the entire lower grill like the etrailer video showed. Looks almost invisible with some fine cutting of the lower grill to allow all to extend for hook up.
Easy install. Followed your video and v oila!!!!
Good product. Installation took about 12 hrs total. Glad I watched the video as well as written directions as there were some differences between the two, but overall good directions.
have opened box arrived in good conditi on
Great delivery time. Not installed yet.
lways great to shop at etrailer, especially the tech experts. Royce did an awesome job with our order. Everything fit perfectly and the help video provided the guidance I needed.
We installed the baseplate on our 2023 Encore GX AWD as well as the light harness and breakaway switch. A couple of items were incorrect but Royce corrected the issues with no problems.
Thanks again etrailer!
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Heather A.
5/1/2026
The install looks great Ed! Where are you planning on taking the Encore? I will let Royce know you reached out.