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This base plate keeps your vehicle looking factory-clean when you’re not towing. The completely hidden design means no bulky brackets or bars sticking out past the front end. The removable arms twist out easily, and the included receiver covers plug into the openings to keep dirt and debris out while giving the front end a finished look.
Connecting your tow bar is quick and simple. Each arm inserts into the receiver, twists to lock, and secures with a pull pin—no tools or guesswork needed. When you’re done towing, just pull the pin, twist again, and remove the arm. The setup feels solid every time you connect. With a bracket distance of 32-1/2" and bracket height of 18-1/2", you can line up your tow gear with confidence.
The sturdy steel construction is built to handle serious towing mileage. It bolts directly to the chassis—no welding required—and spreads towing forces evenly across the frame to help prevent stress on suspension components. The powder-coated finish resists rust and corrosion, so it stays strong and good-looking through years of use.
If you’ve already got a tow bar you like, this base plate plays well with it. The lugs pair directly with Blue Ox tow bars for a secure connection. It’s also adaptable for Roadmaster tow bars using adapter RM-031 or RM-031-5, and for Demco tow bars using adapter DM9523041 (all sold separately). Integrated mounting points let you add an electrical connector bracket up front so your wiring stays organized and ready to plug in.
This kit’s bolt-on design makes setup simple for anyone comfortable turning wrenches. It mounts directly to your vehicle’s chassis using the included hardware—no welding or special tools required. Once installed, you get a clean, hidden connection point that’s ready for thousands of miles of reliable flat towing.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
94% were satisfied with this product
6% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
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.
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!
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.
Great prices!! Very helpful on the phone.
Easy to install.
well built, easy to use. a little harder to install then it sounds.
Fast delivery great tracking
Fast shipping ty
Easy install...great performance and very reliable.
Easy to install. You could make the instructions larger print for us old guys lol. great product.
Great product, fast shipping. Thank you
Needed Technical support and one phone call all my questions were answered, Installation went as planned... 10 Star for the Tech guy on the phone!!!!!!
The product is heavy and very sturdy. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars is because of the instructions on how to remove the facia on the truck. Had to find a video on “how to remove the bumper on a 2014 GMC Sierra”. Once I found that, the install was very easy.
Being an 80 year-old, the install was easy and didn't require additional help. The install was on a 2015 GMC Denali Truck. Already had the Blue Ox tow bar. Finished results looks great. Towed the truck about 1200 miles in the past year. Leaving North Carolina tomorrow morning heading to Alaska. Happy travels
Great product. My second time to install. Went very good. Have close to 5000 tow miles. All towing went good.
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