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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Part Number: BLU92CR
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$617.84
1986 AMC Eagle
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Blue Ox Tow Bar Base Plate - BLU92CR
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
- Ready for Flat Towing: Creates secure connection points so you can safely tow your vehicle behind your RV.
- Blends In When Not Towing: Hidden design with twist-off arms gives a clean, factory-style look.
- Quick Hookup and Removal: Twist-lock arms attach or detach in seconds for easy setup and storage.
- Distributes Towing Force Evenly: Sturdy brackets spread load across the chassis to protect suspension.
- Built to Last: Heavy-duty, powder-coated steel resists rust and corrosion through long trips.
Features to know about
Made for a Clean Front End: Hidden Base Plate with Removable Arms
If you like a setup that blends right in when you’re not towing, this one keeps your front end looking clean. The hidden design keeps brackets from sticking out past the bumper, and the removable arms twist out easily when you’re done towing. Snap-in receiver covers seal the openings to keep out dirt and road debris, giving it a finished look every time.
Quick Hookups That Don’t Waste Time: Twist-Lock Connection
The removable draw bars use a simple twist-lock attachment that makes connecting or disconnecting fast and straightforward. Just slide the arms into the receivers, rotate until they lock, and secure them with the pin. When you’re finished towing, pull the pin, twist to release, and remove the arms. It’s a solid system that works smoothly whether you’re setting up alone or with help.
Solid and Secure for Long Miles: Steel Construction That Spreads the Load
This base plate bolts directly to the chassis using the included mounting hardware—no welding required. Its sturdy design spreads the towing force evenly across the frame to help protect your suspension from stress. The durable steel is powder coated to resist rust and corrosion, so it stays reliable even after thousands of miles on the road.
Ready for Your Tow Bar Setup: Compatible with Multiple Systems
The sturdy lugs pair directly with Blue Ox tow bars for a secure connection. If you’re running a Roadmaster or Demco tow bar, just add an adapter—RM-031 or RM-031-5 for Roadmaster, DM9523041 for Demco (sold separately). Built-in mounting points make it easy to attach an electrical connector bracket up front so your wiring stays tidy and ready to plug in.
DIY-Friendly Installation: Straightforward Bolt-On Fit
You don’t need special tools or welding experience for this one. The base plate bolts securely to your frame using factory mounting points and the included hardware. With clear instructions and simple alignment steps, it’s a manageable weekend project for most do-it-yourselfers who like to take care of their own setups. Specs: distance between brackets 21-1/2", bracket height 14", 3-year warranty.
Specs
Dimensions
- Distance between brackets: 21-1/2"
- Bracket height: 14"
Warranty
- Warranty length: 3-Year warranty
- 1: tow bar links your towed car to your motorhome
- 2: base plates install on your towed car’s frame
- 3: safety cables prevent separation
- 4: tow bar wiring syncs vehicle lights
- 5: supplemental braking system brakes your towed car
BX2694 Blue Ox Baseplate - Removable Tabs
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2023 - 2025 Ford Escape Hybrid - excluding Plug-In Hybrid
Customer Satisfaction Score:
91% were satisfied with this product
9% of customers were not satisfied
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8
5243 reviews
by:
Warren
11/07/2025
2025
Suzuki
Swift
Great!
Give me a delivery date and you stuck to it Thank you and UPS for a swift delivery. Unpacking and getting ready to install the seat adapter kit, but it's missing the mounting post, per step 1 of the instructions. I guess I'll have to call Roadmaster and purchase it separately.
Thanks again.
Give me a delivery date and you stuck to it Thank you and UPS for a swift delivery. Unpacking and getting ready to install the seat adapter kit, but it's missing the mounting post, per step 1 of the instructions. I guess I'll have to call Roadmaster and purchase it separately.
Thanks again.
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Brandons Tire And Service
08/18/2026
Packaging is terrible, no effort made by supplier to protect contents from tearing through the box. This has happened on multiple shipments. It is not the fault of the shipper it is direct negligence of the supplier. We have had the package so badly torn before the hardware inside has fallen out. This could be prevented if the supplier took the time to protect sharp/blunt edges inside the box. Must be very diligent while checking the contents of package to make sure nothing fell out during shipping.
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Gary
06/25/2025
Never been disappointed with etrailer and their products
Great company
Great company
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Keith
01/06/2024
All items as described and packaged very well. Thank you!
by:
Scott
06/24/2026
2026
Ford
Escape
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Michael
01/05/2024
Got just what I needed
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Glen S
07/14/2025
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Randy
06/25/2024
2023
Ford
Escape
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Janet
04/15/2024
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Robert
03/12/2025
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Jeffery
10/24/2025
2025
Ford
Escape
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Ed V
04/27/2026
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!
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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Mark
07/08/2026
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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Douglas
09/06/2026
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.
Mike L.
9/9/2026
Thanks Douglas, nice truck you've got there! Nice job on the install.....
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Lynn
08/25/2026
Well the blue ox base plate actually fits my turbo engine. The Curt didn't fit as advertised.
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Charles
01/02/2026
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.
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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Roger
12/10/2024
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.
Also works fine with my Blue Ox tow bar.
Roger
12/12/2025
Still the same no issues...fine product
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Matthew
10/07/2025
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!
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!
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.
Jameson C.
10/12/2026
@Matthew that's great to hear!
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Chris
12/17/2025
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
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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Perry
09/24/2025
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.
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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Vertical Caver
12/06/2025
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.
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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David
12/17/2025
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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Art A.
11/27/2025
2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland. Good fit. Requires some cutting. Baseplate is heavy, so I paid an installer to do the job.
Nick S.
12/1/2025
I am glad it worked well for you! What kind of coach are you pulling that Jeep with?
by:
Nick
02/11/2026
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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Bryan
04/09/2026
Not for the impatient, but everything is provided. I had the front end of my Jetta all over the lawn. It’s definitely a 2 day job, but the instructions are thorough.
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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.