Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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2018 Mini Countryman
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This setup keeps your vehicle’s front end looking clean when you’re not towing. The completely hidden design means no brackets or crossbar sticking out, and the arms twist out easily in seconds. When the arms are removed, the included receiver covers plug into the openings to keep dirt and debris out. You won’t have to worry about bumping into protruding hardware when walking by, and the finished look stays sleek and factory-clean.
Hooking up is simple thanks to the twist-lock attachment system. To connect, slide each arm into the receiver and rotate until it locks in place. When you’re done towing, pull the pin, twist, and slide them out. This quick-connect design makes attaching or removing the arms fast and reliable in any situation. It’s an easy system to use even if you’re setting up alone at the campsite or driveway.
The base plate bolts directly to your chassis—no welding required. Its sturdy design spreads towing forces evenly across the vehicle frame to help reduce stress on suspension components. Made from durable, powder-coated steel, it resists rust and corrosion for dependable use over long miles of towing. Owners trust this setup for cross-country trips because it stays solid and secure once installed.
Whether you already run a Blue Ox, Roadmaster, or Demco tow bar, this base plate can integrate with your setup. It pairs directly with Blue Ox tow bars for a precise fit, or can be used with Roadmaster (RM-031 or RM-031-5) and Demco (DM9523041) tow bars using their respective adapters, all sold separately. Integrated mounting points also make it easy to attach an electrical connector bracket up front for a clean wiring layout.
This is a bolt-on job that’s approachable for weekend installers. All mounting hardware is included, so you can secure it directly to your chassis without specialized tools or welding. Clear instructions guide you through aligning everything properly for a tight, confident fit that’s ready to tow when you are. With bracket spacing of 24" and bracket height of 15", it’s easy to plan your complete towing configuration around these dimensions.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
92% were satisfied with this product
8% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
5000 miles of trouble free towing!
Man... Carla was excellent. All we have to do now is find someone in my area that can install this stuff with similar efficiency. Do you have any references for me that can do this install quickly?
Dennis
I purchased this model but it is for the LT model I have the LZ model and had to pay to return it. It did look like a very nice u it.
Package arrived fast and in good condit ion.
Outstanding service. Quick,reliable and reasonably priced.
Great pictures and instructions. Took about 2 hours, taking extra care not to damage my 1 month old Chevy Spark.
easy installation good quality
Installed perfectly as per instructions
I am looking forward to installing the plate on my 2022 Chevy Spark. The quality looks excellent.
The kit was sent quickly and arrived without damage.
easy to install and fast shipping
This is for my second car I have setup for flat tow, my other car is a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Easy to install.
Had it put on and have had excellent use of the base plate. Easy to hook up to and no problems when not hooked up. Very pleased.
The base plate was easy to install but there is an error in the instructions. Figure 3 mentions "a" screw to be removed in the fender. There are 2 screws and one of them is hidden. Would be good to make a note and revise the instructions.
Purchased for my 2017 Spark. My installer stated that the product installed perfectly, based on the included instructions. Ready to flat tow my car.
The Blue ox plate was easy to install, following the your [installation] video. The hardest part was removing the front bumper cover on the Chevy Spark. My son and I had it all installed in about 2 hours.
This base plate is really the best. It is very very very well constructed. It will probably outlive my car… and don’t forget the terrific service, super fast shipping and excellent tracking info provided by E-Trailer…I wish all businesses would follow their lead.
Great product-totally went together exactly like the video. Those videos along with great customer support set etrailer apart and make this kind of project realistic for a do it yourselfer. Only challenge was the evil hidden screw reinstall in the GM fender well. That's a GM thing. The base plate's manufacturing tolerances were right on. Perfect fit.
I cannot say enough good things about etrailer. With the help of Kim P., I ordered a base plate, tow bar and a couple of other items. The first surprise is that the free shipping was almost more like express shipping. I received everything 4 days later. When I went back to the etrailer to order another part, I noticed that the base plate price had dropped by $60. The second surprise was when I contacted Kim about the price drop. Thanks to her quick action, etrailer refunded the $60 dollar difference. It was a sincere pleasure to work with Kim and etrailer. Great web site, great products, and great customer service.
The baseplate is not for those unfamiliar with tinkering with parts/cars.
To install the baseplate, I removed the front undercarriage plastic unit, the front grill and loosened the fenders. Instructions were good and all parts fit as they should. I had to cut the plastic grill in several areas to fit the attachments, but when completed, it looked as if the car came that way. Of course, that was step one. Step two was the installation and wiring of brake lights, and step three was the wiring and installation of the braking system. This all took two or three days working at my pace. All in all, a very good installation. I would do it again.
My only complaint...the box failed during shipping, it arrived wet and open. The saving grace was that the baseplate and all hardware arrived undamaged.
Customer service is amazing. Products are exactly what I wanted an shipping was fast.
Installation is Easy & Clear. The most challenging part is getting the Fascia Quarter panels to separate from the clips. I found that there is an additional identical screw a little deeper behind the one that is instructed to remove. If both screws are removed - fascia doesn't have to be tugged on and it easily releases itself without breaking any clips. The Safety Cables are not easily routed away from the belt on the passenger side but there are three factory holes in the body that they can be secured to help keep clear from the belt.
I recently bought a Spark to use as a toad for my toyhauler. The next step was to select a baseplate, towbar, light system, etc. I wanted a baseplate that would be as inocuous as possible when not in use and be simple to connect and detatch. The Blue Ox 1725 seemed to fit the bill. I combined it with the Curt towbar and a Blue Ox adapter, which resulted in a nice clean and simple system.
The staff at Etrailer went out of their way to answer my questions and to insure that my order was delivered quickly. Great service as always. The install went smoothly thanks to the great instalkation video.
I am very happy with the way that it turned out.
Reasonably simple DIY installation, works fantastic for towing our vehicle behind our RV
Base plate works fine on my 2016 Chevy Spark. It was a little more difficult to install than anticipated. Needed an extra pair of hands. Allow ample time to install and measure twice, cut once. The base plate hides itself pretty well.
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2/21/2024
Install took a couple hours. Works as designed.