Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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1997 Jeep TJ
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If you like a clean, factory look when you’re not towing, this setup delivers. The hidden design keeps the hardware tucked away, and the arms come off with a quick twist so nothing sticks out from the front bumper. Plug in the included receiver covers to keep dirt and debris out of the sockets, so the arms slide in smoothly every time you hook up again.
Connecting your tow bar is fast and reliable. Each arm slides into the receiver, twists until it locks, and secures with a pin. When you’re done towing, pull the pin, rotate the arm, and remove it—no tools or wrestling required. The distance between brackets is 18" and bracket height is 18", giving you exact measurements to match up your tow bar components.
This base plate bolts straight to the chassis—no welding needed. Its durable steel build spreads towing forces evenly across the front end to help prevent stress on suspension components during long hauls. The powder-coated finish helps it resist rust and corrosion through changing weather and road conditions.
The sturdy lugs pair with Blue Ox tow bars for a secure connection. You can also adapt it for use with Roadmaster tow bars using adapter # RM-031 or # RM-031-5, or Demco tow bars with adapter # DM9523041 (all sold separately). Built-in mounting points make it easy to attach an electrical connector plug bracket so your lighting hookup stays organized and within easy reach.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
95% were satisfied with this product
5% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
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.
Heather A.
5/1/2026
Mike L.
9/9/2026
Thanks Douglas, nice truck you've got there! Nice job on the install.....
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?
Roger
12/12/2025
Still the same no issues...fine product
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
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?
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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Brooke M.
2/4/2025
Thanks for taking the time to write this review, Mike! I appreciate you sharing what worked well for you and I think your experience with this will save someone some time! If you ever felt like adding photos, we would love to see them :)