Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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2003 Acura TL
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This setup keeps your front end looking stock when you’re not towing. The hidden design doesn’t stick out past the bumper, and the removable arms twist out easily for a clean, seamless look. When the arms are off, you can pop in the receiver covers to keep dirt and debris out of the base plate and maintain that finished appearance.
Connecting your tow bar doesn’t need to be complicated. Each arm inserts into the receiver and locks in place with a simple twist. When it’s time to disconnect, pull the pin, rotate the arm, and slide it free. The smooth action makes it easy to line up and secure your rig even when you’re doing it solo.
This base plate bolts directly to the chassis—no welding required. The sturdy steel build spreads towing forces evenly across the frame to help prevent stress on your suspension. It’s powder coated for corrosion resistance and holds solid through mile after mile of flat towing.
You don’t have to replace your existing gear. The lugs pair directly with Blue Ox tow bars for a secure connection, and adapters are available separately if you’re using Roadmaster (RM-031 or RM-031-5) or Demco (DM9523041) tow bars. It also includes mounting points for an electrical plug bracket so you can hook up lighting easily and keep everything neatly organized up front.
With a 24" distance between brackets and a 16" bracket height, you can plan your full towing system around these fixed points. The included mounting hardware makes setup straightforward so you can focus on getting your rig road-ready instead of spending hours figuring out fitment.
Ratings & Reviews
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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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.