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Blue Ox

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: BX1676
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Tow Bar Base Plate
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Custom designed to fit your vehicle so it can be safely towed behind your RV, this base plate has easily removable arms that offer a seamless look when you're not flat towing. Base plate bolts directly to your chassis, so no welding is required. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from Blue Ox. Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number BX1676 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 - BX1676

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Ready for Flat Towing: Creates secure attachment points so you can safely tow your vehicle behind your RV.
  • Blends In When Not Towing: Hidden design with removable arms leaves a clean, factory-style look.
  • Connects Quickly: Twist-lock arms insert and rotate to lock for fast, easy hookup and removal.
  • Built to Last: Strong powder-coated steel resists rust and corrosion through long trips.
  • Works With Popular Tow Bars: Pairs with Blue Ox bars or adapts for Roadmaster and Demco setups.
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Features to know about

Made for a Clean Front End: Hidden Base Plate with Removable Arms

If you care about keeping a clean, factory look when you’re not towing, this setup delivers. The base plate’s hidden design keeps the brackets out of sight behind the bumper, so nothing sticks out when the removable arms are off. Once you’re done towing, twist each arm to release it, pull the pin, and plug the receivers with the included covers to keep out dirt and debris. It’s tidy and practical—no more shin bumps walking by the front end.

Blue Ox base plate kit with removable arms detached, demonstrating hidden receiver design on vehicle front for a clean appearance

Blue Ox base plate kit with removable arms attached to vehicle front, showing clean, hidden installation design for flat towing

Vehicle front showing Blue Ox base plate kit without arms attached for sleek factory appearance when not towing

Front view of Blue Ox base plate kit with arms attached showing tidy installation for safe flat towing

Hook Up Fast Anywhere: Twist-Lock Connection That’s Simple to Use

Getting hooked up shouldn’t take a fight with your gear. Each arm slides into its receiver and locks in place with a quick twist, then secures with a pull pin. When it’s time to disconnect, pull the pin, twist again, and lift them free. The straightforward action makes solo hookups and breakdowns quick and consistent whether you’re at home or at a campsite.

Close-up of Blue Ox base plate removable arm with twist-lock attachment showing how to connect or remove arms for towing setup

Close-up image showing twist-lock mechanism used to attach or remove Blue Ox base plate arms easily and securely

Strong Where It Counts: Steel Construction That Spreads the Load

This base plate bolts directly to the chassis—no welding required—and uses a sturdy design that spreads towing forces evenly to reduce stress on your suspension. Built from durable, powder-coated steel, it stands up to rust and corrosion through miles of weather and road grime. The setup forms a solid link that gives you confidence for long-distance tows without worry.

Ready for Multiple Tow Bar Setups: Secure Connections and Adapter Options

Already have a tow bar? You can keep using it. The lugs pair directly with Blue Ox tow bars for a secure connection. If you’re using Roadmaster or Demco gear, adapters—RM-031 or RM-031-5 for Roadmaster and DM9523041 for Demco—make it compatible. Integrated mounting points also let you attach an electrical connector plug bracket (sold separately) so your wiring stays neat and easy to reach.

DIY Friendly from Start to Finish: Bolt-On Install with Included Hardware

You don’t need specialized tools or welding skills for this one. The kit bolts securely to the chassis using the included mounting hardware for a straightforward install that fits right into a weekend project plan. With clear layout points and a distance between brackets of up to 31-1/4" and a bracket height of 17-1/4", it’s easy to line up your tow setup confidently and get back on the road.

Specs

Dimensions

  • Distance between brackets: up to 31-1/4"
  • Bracket height: 17-1/4"

Warranty

  • Warranty length: 3-Year warranty

Guide to Flat Towing

Illustrated guide showing five main components for flat towing a vehicle: tow bar, base plate kit, safety cables, tow wiring, and braking system

BX1676 Blue Ox Baseplate - Removable Tabs

Installation Details BX1676 Installation instructions

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Custom designed to fit your vehicle so it can be safely towed behind your RV, this base plate has easily removable arms that offer a seamless look when you're not flat towing. Base plate bolts directly to your chassis, so no welding is required.

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Great product



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Seems to be as advertised.



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The parts were exactly what I ordered and complete. Thanks Nicole T.



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Great products and great service



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Looks great as figured tomorrow I will start installing it I will see for sure after thats complete.



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So far all is good with the plate kit. Thanks



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Install went well. I removed the entire rubber shrouds around the two hooks.



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Outstanding customer service. Amy should get a raise!!



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great product,easy to install and looks great after installed on vehicle

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Ronald S.

7/16/2015

great product, easy to use and set up,would recomend this product to everyone with a tow vehicle.



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if all your people are as helpful as Kimberly you have some petty good people. She is an asset to your Business. This is the 3rd set of base plates I bought from you. Thanks for the quick response. Ordered Thursday revived on Saturday



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Very good product great service given by etrailer.



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Product came quickly and instructions are easy to follow. Installs well and is hardly noticeable.

Service from etrailer was great as always



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Always appreciate the great products, excellent customer service and good communication with customers. Thanks ETrailer



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Product works well, just towed our Avalanche 4353 miles on this trip. Everything is solid and wiring as it should.



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Have yet to install this base plate on my Cadillac Escalade. It looks like it will install easily, all parts are included and I like that it appears it will fit nicely with the styling of my truck. No protruding cross bars etc.

I look forward to trying it out.



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Look at the small print. Fits 1500 not 2500. Order the wrong one will cost you $[XX]. BX1678 fits the 2500.


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See what our Experts say about this Blue Ox Tow Bar Base Plate

  • Recommended Parts For Flat Towing 2007 Chevy Tahoe Behind Motorhome
    Hi Michael, We can get your 2007 Chevy Tahoe set up to be flat towed behind your Winnebago motorhome, and for base plates and a tow bar I recommend going with Blue Ox as the base plates will fit both the hybrid and non-hybrid versions and their tow bars have a higher capacity than most, which is needed for a big SUV like your Tahoe. For wiring and the brake system though, Roadmaster is what I like the most because we've seen over time the quality of both parts of the flat tow systems,...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2008 Chevy Tahoe
    To flat tow your 2008 Chevy Tahoe you will need a tow bar, base plate kit, wiring harness, charge line to keep your battery from dying, supplemental braking system, and high low adapter. I have linked the part numbers below along with any installation and review videos we have for the products. Tow Bar - Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch item # BX7420 Base Plate Kit - Blue Ox Base Plate Kit item # BX1676 Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire...
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  • Flat Towing Recommendations For A 2007 Chevy Tahoe 4X4
    4WD models of the 2007 Chevy Tahoe are capable of being flat towed without removing the driveshaft but there are other steps listed in the manual to follow to get it ready to tow with all four wheels on the ground. You'll need a tow bar, tow bar wiring kit, base plate, braking system, and safety cables to tow your vehicle. I have the following recommendations for you below: Tow Bar: Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500lbs Item # BX7380. This tow bar...
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  • Blue Ox Base Plate Kit for Flat Towing 2011 Chevy Tahoe
    Since you have a Blue Ox tow bar already the base plate kit you'd want is the Blue Ox part # BX1676 which fits your 2011 Chevy Tahoe. Most likely you are missing the breakaway kit of your Break Buddy so for that you'd want the part # HM39340. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2013 Chevy Suburban
    We can certainly help with that. The replacement breakaway switch kit is part # BRK2505, witch includes the breakaway switch, the coiled lanyard and the power cable that plugs into the Patriot II Supplemental Braking System. The top fangs are available as a replacement part as # BLU34FR. For a base plate, use # BX1676 (assuming your Suburban is a 1500 model) and for a wiring option, I'd recommend the # RM-15267 Diode kit. According to my research, your Suburban is capable of being flat...
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  • Base Plate Kit for a 2012 Chevy Avalanche and Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar
    Since you already have a Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380 for towing your 2017 Buick Enclave you just need the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1676 for your 2012 Chevy Avalanche. I checked the online version of the owner's manual for your Avalanche and it did state that you can only tow your vehicle is it have the two speed automatic transfer case. Please note that you will also need vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter to complete your towing...
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