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Blue Ox

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: BLU66ER
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$639.00
Tow Bar Base Plate
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Get a secure, nearly invisible connection for flat towing! This heavy-duty Blue Ox base plate features removable arms, easy bolt-on installation, and integrated safety chain attachments for added security. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from Blue Ox. Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number BLU66ER can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Blue Ox Tow Bar Base Plate - BLU66ER

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Ready for Flat Towing: Creates strong connection points for safe, stable towing behind your RV.
  • Blends In When Not Towing: Removable arms leave a clean, factory-like front end when disconnected.
  • Built to Last: Heavy-duty, powder-coated steel resists rust and road wear for long-term reliability.
  • Simple Setup: Bolt-on design with all hardware included makes installation straightforward.
  • Extra Peace of Mind: Integrated safety chain attachments add another layer of towing security.
Made in USA

Features to know about

Built for Long Trips: Heavy-Duty Steel with Hidden Strength

When you’re logging thousands of towing miles, you need hardware that stays solid. This Blue Ox base plate kit is made from high-strength steel and finished with a durable powder coat for rust and corrosion resistance. It spreads the load evenly for a stable connection and peace of mind over long hauls.

Keeps Your Front End Clean: Removable Arms and Low-Profile Design

When you’re not towing, the removable bracket arms come off for a nearly invisible look. There’s no bulky crossbar or protruding steel left behind, keeping the front end clean and factory-smooth. It’s a smart setup that protects your shins and keeps your ride looking sharp.

Quick, Confident Hook-Up: Twist-Lock Attachment and Secure Safety Chain Points

Connecting to your tow bar is straightforward thanks to the twist-lock removable arms that click securely into place and release just as easily. Integrated safety chain attachment points give you an extra layer of towing security right where you need it, so hook-ups stay both clean and compliant.

DIY-Ready Setup: Simple Bolt-On Install with Included Hardware

No welding required—this base plate bolts on with minimal drilling using the supplied hardware. The precision fit makes alignment easier, helping you get the job done right whether you’re in the garage or driveway.

Ready for Flat Towing Essentials: Built-In Mounting Points for Add-Ons

This kit includes integrated mounting points so you can easily attach an electrical connector plug bracket (sold separately). It streamlines your wiring and braking system hookups, keeping everything neat and within easy reach once you’re ready to tow.

Specs

Dimensions

  • Bracket height: 18-1/2"
  • Distance between brackets: 38"

Towing Compatibility

  • Works with: Blue Ox tow bars
  • Includes: removable bracket arms for a clean look when not in use
  • Integrated: safety chain attachment points

Installation

  • All mounting hardware: included
  • Drilling required: Minimal
  • Professional installation: recommended for best results

Warranty

  • Warranty period: 3-Year warranty

BX2423 Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Installation Details BLU66ER Installation instructions

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2025 Ram 1500
Fit perfectly, great installation instructions, quality hardware. More importantly, excellent customer service from eTrailer. This baseplate was on back order when I placed the order. It clearly displayed that on the eTrailer website. They reached out to me letting me know there was another brand in stock if I was in a hurry. Wow, that’s amazing customer service. Folks at eTrailer kept me informed on the delivery status. The blue ox baseplate arrived on time meeting the delivery date that was listed when I ordered it.

Thanks to everyone at eTrailer!!!
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items look great! very quick shipping.
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2025 Ram 1500
Prefect, just what we needed to get our customer flat towing down the road. Thank you etrailer. You guys always come through for us and our customers.
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Talk about fast delivery, my order was processed, packed and picked up by UPS within an hour of placing the order. I haven't installed it yet but everything appears to be there. Thank you
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2026 Ram 1500
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2026 Ford Maverick
I looked into every brand/model available and this was the beefiest. There is cutting and trimming required on all brands, so why not get the strongest? If you're slightly handy with a toolbox, you can easily do the install yourself and save thousands.
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Mike L.

9/9/2026

Thanks Douglas, nice truck you've got there! Nice job on the install.....

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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.

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Ed V.

5/1/2026

@HeatherA Taking a short trip up to Prova Utah in couple of weeks. Then California and hopefully Chicago in the fall. EdnJudy
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Heather A.

5/1/2026

@EdV That sounds awesome. Utah is beautiful. Chicago is probably one of my favorite places to visit. Are you going to check out Wrigley?
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Ed V.

5/1/2026

Not really, I grew up in Chicago, basically 45+ years. I have been to Wrigley many times as a child and adult. We lived about 1 mile from the park. Going to see my mom who is 95 years old. Our favorite place to visit in Chicago is Navy Pier. We try to make a day of it. Thanks for asking! EdnJudy
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2017 Jeep Wrangler
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.
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Well the blue ox base plate actually fits my turbo engine. The Curt didn't fit as advertised.
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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.
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Nick S.

1/5/2026

I am glad you were able to get it installed with no issues and a little help from our video! What kind of coach are you pulling the Kia Soul with?

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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.
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Roger

12/12/2025

Still the same no issues...fine product

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I installed this myself on a 2012 CR-V EXL AWD. The directions are straightforward. The system works very well and is easy to use.
Fair warning .. because the car is older, just about every clip that holds the grill and bumper in place broke when taking them off. Replacing all those clips with OEM parts is expensive!
BUT, that doesn't retract from the quality of the baseplate or it's use ability.
This is the third different Blue Ox baseplate system I have bought and installed and all of them were excellent!
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Matthew

10/12/2026

Its been two years since installation of the Blue Ox Baseplate. Since then, Ive flat towed the CRV from NJ to FL and back three separate times with many other shorter trips in between. Paired with a Blue Ox Tow Bar, the system has worked flawlessly since installation.

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Jameson C.

10/12/2026

@Matthew that's great to hear!
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2013 mini Cooper
Fits my 2013 mini cooper non turbo. Does take a few hours to install this Fit was good. The hardest part is removing the front bumper and reinstalling it. You do have to cut the lower bumper grill in three places take your time locating the exact spots for cuts. I have pulled Mini Cooper about seven thousand miles now with this Blue Ox and has worked great
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Kate F.

12/17/2025

Thanks for the detailed review Chris, and the pointers! This will be most helpful to others. What was your favorite stop in those 7,000 miles? Where did you go, what did you see?

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2008 Ram 2500
I got a used set for a great price and it worked out well. my only caution is that some of the holes in my 2008 2500 suburban had to be drilled to 9/16 due to misalignment with the tapped holes in the brackets. This minor adjustment made it all go togehter easily though. Be aware, you won't have tow hooks anymore if that is something you use a lot.
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Perry

10/1/2026

Follow up. Ive put about 8000 miles on the setup and its been great. A 34 ton suburban pulls nicely behind my Dutch star, and they dont have a steering lock so its nice not to have to retrieve keys when stopping for the night. I have used the safety cable attachment a few times for straight line pulls with a small shackle when working as a rally racing volunteer, its been fine but I wouldnt side pull on it.

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Well designed and solidly built base plate. Very good product support from Etrailer and Blue Ox.
The four 1/2 inch by 1 3/4 inch bolts are category 5 bolts. I had a bag full of identically sized bolts which were category 8. But I did not have any whizz nuts that were category 8 nuts so I stayed with the standard Blue Ox Hardware. We used POR 15 rust preventing paint at every location where we cut the steel or drilled holes. The distance from the center of the attachment tab assembly holes to the ground is 20 inches on our 2025 Wrangler Rubicon JLU with "Xtreme" 35 inch tire package. Easy five stars for Blue Ox and etrailer.
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Great products from etrailer. The videos were very helpful as I was determined to do the install myself. I’m 72 years old and thought I could do it and I did with the help of my lovely assistant, my wife. The tip on running the taillight wiring through the frame rail was great. The one problem I had was that I was never able to unplug the taillights no matter how hard I tugged on them so I had my wife hold each light while I spliced in the diodes. Very happy with the Blue Ox products and the finished look on my Jeep. Thanks again etrailer.
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2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland. Good fit. Requires some cutting. Baseplate is heavy, so I paid an installer to do the job.
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Nick S.

12/1/2025

I am glad it worked well for you! What kind of coach are you pulling that Jeep with?

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2012 Ford F-150
It's a great system, it's on a 1998 Holiday Rambler Imperial, pulling a 2012 Ford F150 4x4. Last summer I pulled the truck for over 3000 miles without any problems, didn't feel like the truck was behind me. etrailer did me right on this set up.
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