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When you’re not towing, this base plate keeps things looking clean. The hidden design leaves no bulky brackets sticking out, and the removable arms twist off in seconds. Pop in the included receiver covers to keep dirt and debris out of the sockets so everything stays smooth for the next hookup.
The removable arms slide into the receivers and twist to lock in place. When you’re ready to unhook, just pull the pin, rotate, and remove them. It’s a quick, no-fuss setup that makes connecting and disconnecting your tow bar feel effortless.
This base plate bolts directly to the chassis with no welding required. Its sturdy steel design spreads towing force evenly to help prevent stress on your suspension. The powder-coated finish resists rust and corrosion, giving you reliable strength through thousands of miles of towing.
This kit pairs securely with Blue Ox tow bars and can also work with Roadmaster or Demco setups using the right adapters (RM-031 or RM-031-5 for Roadmaster; DM9523041 for Demco, sold separately). Integrated mounting points let you add an electrical connector bracket if you want lighting easy to plug in up front.
You don’t need special tools or welding for this job. The base plate bolts firmly onto your chassis using the included mounting hardware. Distance between brackets is 22" and bracket height is 17", so you can match it up cleanly with your tow bar setup. It’s a straightforward project that fits right into a weekend’s work.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
88% were satisfied with this product
12% 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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Rod S.
12/9/2016
I have used the tow vehicle with the blue ox base plate and tow bar for a year and is so easy to hitch on and off so take the vehicle even though we sometimes think we might not use the tow vehicle.