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  1. Tow Bar Base Plate
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  3. Removable Draw Bars
  4. Twist Lock Attachment
  5. Completely Hidden
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2021 Freightliner Sprinter 1500
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Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: C28JR
$380.81
Retail:$593.95
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Tow Bar Base Plate
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2021 Freightliner Sprinter 1500

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This custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to your vehicle. The main body remains hidden for a clean, unobtrusive look when your vehicle is not being towed. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from CURT. Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number C28JR can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Tow Bar Base Plate - C28JR

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Ready for Flat Towing: Creates secure connection points so you can safely tow your vehicle behind your RV.
  • Blends In When Not Towing: Hidden main body keeps the front end looking clean and factory-style.
  • Quick Hookup and Removal: Twist-lock tabs make connecting or taking off the arms fast and easy.
  • Stays Strong Under Load: Welded steel frame spreads towing force evenly for steady, reliable pulling.
  • Built to Last: Co-cured, powder-coated finish resists rust and road wear for long-term durability.
Made in USA

Features to know about

Built for a Clean Look: Hidden Main Body with Removable Arms

When you’re not towing, this base plate keeps your vehicle’s front end clean and uncluttered. The main body stays concealed behind the fascia for an OE-style appearance, while the removable arms leave nothing sticking out. It’s a simple setup that keeps everything looking tidy when you’re just driving around town.

Quick to Connect and Remove: Twist-Lock Tabs for Easy Hook-Up

The twist-lock attachment makes connecting your tow bar fast and frustration-free. Each arm twists into place, locks, and can be removed just as easily when you’re done towing. No tools or complex steps—just a clean, secure connection that keeps your setup straightforward every time you hook up.

Confidence in Motion: Welded Steel Design Tested to GVWR

This base plate is built from welded steel and physically tested to gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) standards. The solid construction spreads towing forces evenly across the chassis to help reduce stress on the suspension. It’s a dependable setup that’s made for long hauls and peace of mind mile after mile.

Straightforward Setup: Bolt-On Installation with Included Hardware

Installing this kit doesn’t call for welding or complicated fabrication. It bolts securely to the chassis using the provided hardware for a strong and accurate fit. The design keeps alignment simple so you can get everything mounted and ready to tow without guesswork or special tools.

Built to Last: Co-Cured, Rust-Resistant Finish

The durable high-gloss black powder coat is co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid Bonderite coating for added protection against corrosion. It stays looking good through weather, road spray, and years of use, giving you a solid base plate setup that holds up over time.

Specs

Dimensions

  • Distance between brackets: 20"
  • Bracket height: 15"

Warranty

  • Limited lifetime warranty

70135 Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Installation Details C28JR Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

  • 2014 - 2019 Ford Flex
  • 2013 - 2013 Ford Flex EcoBoost - with Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2013 - 2013 Ford Flex EcoBoost - without Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2013 - 2013 Ford Flex non-EcoBoost - with Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2013 - 2013 Ford Flex non-EcoBoost - without Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2013 - 2015 Lincoln MKS EcoBoost - with Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2013 - 2015 Lincoln MKS non-EcoBoost - with Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2013 - 2015 Lincoln MKS non-EcoBoost - without Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2013 - 2019 Lincoln MKT EcoBoost - with Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2013 - 2019 Lincoln MKT EcoBoost - without Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2013 - 2019 Lincoln MKT non-EcoBoost - with Adaptive Cruise Control
  • 2013 - 2019 Lincoln MKT non-EcoBoost - without Adaptive Cruise Control



Ratings & Reviews

4.7

361 reviews
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This custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to your vehicle. The main body remains hidden for a clean, unobtrusive look when your vehicle is not being towed. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware.

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Very easy to install with one person. Instructions were ok. Would definitely recommend this baseplate for anyone with Jeep Wrangler.



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Easy to install, once bumper cover is removed. The supplied bolts were barely long enough. They should be about a 1/2 inch longer. Once installed, the baseplate is barely noticeable and looks like a factory component.



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These tuck nicely under the truck out of sight, high quality product, really prefer them over the other brands have used in the past. I like that the inserts can be removed vs a fixed base plate, like some other brands.



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After a little help from a friend and a little bit of cutting on the car, everything worked out great!



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Great product, perfect fit.



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2024 Bronco Big Bend with "capable" steel bumper. I used an angle grinder to cut two about 3"x6" openings for the hooks to stick through the steel skidplate. Unsure how it would work with the plastic one, but this worked pretty well and allows the D rings to stay which was my personal preference.

High quality and easy to install...

Until I busted the welded on nut off while attaching the skid plate, as it seemed to be a standard vs. metric thread. THe skidplate bolts will not work, new bolts must be purchased to attach the skid plate as they were not provided in my kit and the instructions make no mention of this issue. I located some standard bolts I had on hand that solved the issue in an effective but ugly way. Very disappointed as I'll have to R&R one side if Curt provides a replacement, and find black in color bolts to match the skidplate factory look. So, beware the skidplate threads... otherwise lovely.



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Everything fit like it was supposed to. Not to difficult to install. A couple hours at most. Seems to be a quality product. Thanks



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This was a quick install on my 2011 Wrangler Rubicon. Contrary to the Q&A advice that the c38FR (Curt 70102) base plate does not fit the Rubicon with the base stock Rubicon bumper, it indeed does fit. The base plate tucks up within an inch or so of the bottom of the bumper. Base plate C33FR (Curt 70110) recommended by eTrailer and Curt for the stock Wrangler Rubicon would hang down 4 inches below the bumper and would not be a great look!



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Easy to install. All the holes lined up. Vey happy with my purchase



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Works just like the video with the green Jeep shows you.
The hardest part was getting the outside nuts off the bumper.
Use long extensions and a swivel and a short 18 mm socket.
Other than that it went smoothly. But my friend has a lift so it was a lot easier to do it all baseplate , wiring, and brake buddy cable.



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I'm very happy with everything I buy are very professional and they have very good products at very good prices, thank you



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Product worked great! Installation was not that difficult, but instructions were xeroxed causing pictures to be difficult to see detail. I was able to go online and see full color pictures with the ability to zoom in. Took about 2-2.5 hours to install



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Great tech advice finding the right product, easy purchase and prompt delivery!! Thanks Etrailer!!



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Custom fit, everything went together smoothly. I'm ready to haul my Ford ranger behind my motor home.



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Installed the Curt Custom Base Plate Kit (#C64ER) onto my 2019 Ford Ranger XLT FX4. Could not have been easier. Directions were excellent! Time required was about 2 hours. Great product!



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This base plate kit worked very well with the Blue Ox Acclaim non-binding tow bar - coupler for 2" ball (code BX4330). We towed a 4 door Rubicon over 2000 miles and the setup worked great. The bar is very easy to couple and uncouple. The removable arms work exactly as advertised. I did have to cut two small slots in my custom bumper to install the base plate, but the slots are not in strength critical areas. The installation instruction are clear and good.



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No issues, easy installation. Great tech support.



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Easy to install with typical tools found in about anyone's garage. Took maybe an hour or so to do. We have pulled our Ranger about 2000 miles behind our RV without any issue.



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Wasn't to hard to install with a helper to get bumper off my truck. Had bumper pulled and installed baseplates in about hour and a half.



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Fit like it was made for it. :) Only issue was the fishing wires for the bolts in the frame. They would not fit through the holes in the locking plates so I couldn't use them. I used a magnet stick instead and it worked well. I did not put on the safety cables around the frame. I figure since this thing bolts to the steering box, if it comes off so does the steering box and then I have much bigger issues that these cables are not going to help.



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Etrailer is with out a doubt the best supplier in the market today. they are on time every time and there support is excellent.



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Great Base plate kit! Very easy to follow instructions even with my aftermarket bumper with winch. It fit perfect. The only issue I have is where the safety cables attach to the base plate….the cable connectors are too big to fit through the holes because the Jeep’s frame blocks part of the hole. See photo with red circle. I will have to get a smaller connector.



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It preforms as designed. I tow a jeep gladiator with a 32’ class C RV



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This is not the first time I have purchased from ETrailer, but by far the best experience yet. I was treading in uncharted waters and decided to call, i happened to get Paula S. And she was able to educate me on the subject at hand. She also made sure I was ordering all the right parts for the task at hand. I received the two boxes of parts and assembled everything on the vehicle and noticed i was missing something so I called back and talked to Ashley. She assured me that Paula did order the missing part and that it would be here the next day. (Delayed due to holiday) You can sure tell both ladies love their jobs and liked taking care of us customers. I will always try to deal with them when I need something towing related.



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Jaime was very helpful in getting the right baseplate for my Jeep Cherokee and in retuning the wrong item which I ordered myself.
The baseplate installed easily and will be used for the first time next week. Also, the curt base plate did not require any trimming whatsoever of the plastics on the front of the car.
Thanks Jaime


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