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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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2016 Cadillac CTS
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Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: C48JR
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Tow Bar Base Plate
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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 C48JR 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 - C48JR

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Ready for Flat Towing: Creates solid connection points so you can safely tow your vehicle behind your RV.
  • Blends In When Not Towing: Concealed main body keeps the front end looking clean and factory-style.
  • Quick Hookup and Removal: Twist-lock tabs let you attach or remove the arms without tools.
  • Even Pull Every Trip: Spreads towing force evenly across the frame for a stable, balanced tow.
  • Built to Last: Welded steel with black powder coat and rust-resistant A-coat for long-term durability.
Made in USA

Features to know about

Built for a Factory Look: Hidden Base Plate with Removable Arms

When you’re not towing, this setup keeps things clean. The concealed main body leaves no bulky brackets showing, so your front end keeps its OE look. The removable draw bars twist out easily and leave behind a low-profile mount that blends right in. It’s perfect if you want your vehicle to look stock when parked or driving around town.

Quick Hookup and Disconnect: Twist-Lock Tabs for Easy Use

Connecting your tow bar doesn’t need to be a hassle. The twist-lock attachment design lets you line up, twist to lock, and go—no tools or guesswork. When you’re unhooked, pop the arms out just as easily. It’s a simple, solid connection that makes heading out or setting up at camp fast and straightforward.

Strong Where It Counts: Welded Steel Construction and Even Load Distribution

The base plate bolts securely to the chassis with no welding required. Each bracket is precisely welded for strength and tested to the vehicle’s gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR). The design spreads towing forces evenly across the frame to reduce stress on suspension components, giving you a dependable connection every time you tow.

Protected Finish for Long-Term Reliability: Co-Cured Black Powder Coat and Liquid Bonderite

This kit holds up against road grime and weather thanks to its co-cured protective finish. A high-gloss black powder coat is layered over a rust-resistant liquid Bonderite coating inside and out, so it stays looking sharp and resists corrosion over the long haul.

DIY-Ready Install: Bolt-On Mounting with Included Hardware

You don’t need welding gear or special tools to get this mounted. The kit comes complete with the base plate, safety cables, and all installation hardware needed for a secure fit. Once bolted up, it’s ready for your tow bar connection—no universal adapters required since it’s built for a custom, vehicle-specific fit.

Specs

Construction and Design

  • Material: Welded steel
  • Finish: Durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
  • Coating: Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid Bonderite coating (also referred to as rust-resistant liquid A-coat, inside and out)
  • Design: Custom-fit, vehicle-specific design
  • Main body: Concealed for OE look and seamless integration with the vehicle
  • Attachment type: Twist-lock tabs for easy installation and removal
  • Arms: Removable draw bars
  • Mounting style: Bolts securely to vehicle chassis (no welding required)
  • Towing force distribution: Spreads towing forces equally for reduced stress on the vehicle frame and suspension
  • Testing: Physically tested to gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
  • Manufacturing location: Assembled in USA

Compatibility

  • Vehicle fitment: Custom, vehicle-specific fit for select Ford F-150 model years (verify fitment using application info)
  • Tow bar compatibility: Compatible with Curt tow bars
  • Non-compatibility: Not compatible with universal tow bar

Included Components

  • Included items: Base plate, safety cables, and installation hardware
  • Tow bar: Sold separately

Warranty

  • Limited lifetime warranty: Yes (one-year finish, one-year parts)

Note

  • This CURT tow bar base plate for the Ford F-150 offers a custom, vehicle-specific fit. It integrates with the vehicle frame, securely bolting into place and providing a solid attachment point for dinghy towing.
  • This Ford F-150 base plate fits select model years (verify fitment using the application info). The brackets are hidden to help maintain an OEM look and feel on the vehicle.
  • This custom base plate comes with two attachment tabs for connecting the tow bar, as well as safety cables for securing to the vehicle frame.

70130 Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Replaces Curt C78FR (70106)

Installation Details C48JR Installation instructions

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Ratings & 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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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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Everything went great



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Great service Very quick shipper with great communication Thanks for all you do...



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Good price and quick shipping



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Easy install.



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Great product and easy installation



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The service was great and as far as I know there still working good. They were oinstallef on a clients vehicle.



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Super easy install, fit perfect and invisible if you don’t know they are there



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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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See what our Experts say about this CURT Tow Bar Base Plate

  • Instructions for 2021 Ford F-150 Curt Custom Base Plate Kit
    Hey Richard, thanks for reaching out! Your Curt Custom Base Plate Kit # C48JR should have come with installation instructions in the box. I'm attaching them to this answer page, and I'll send them to you in a separate email. Was there anything else you needed for flat towing your 2021 Ford F-150?
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  • Will 2015 Ford Expedition Curt Base Plate Kit Work with a Blue Ox Tow Bar
    Hey Josh! Yes, the Curt Custom Base Plate Kit # C48JR for your 2015 Ford Expedition are compatible with Blue Ox tow bars, and it will have the same installation process as the Blue Ox base plate kit.
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  • How To Get New Arms For A Baseplate On A Used 2020 Jeep Wrangler
    I believe you have Roadmaster baseplates like # RM-521453-5 instead since the Curt baseplate that's confirmed to fit your 2020 Jeep Wrangler is a different style than what you have pictured. You best bet to confirm would be to remove the underbelly skid plate to get a better look at them to confirm. If they are Roadmaster branded then you'll need to fill out the form under the Installation Details on # RM-ARMS, which I've also attached below and send it in to Roadmaster to get the correct...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Wiring Harness for a 2020 Ford F-150
    There are a couple of options for a wiring harness for your 2020 Ford F-150 depending on whether or not your motorhome uses a 4-way connector or a 7-way connector. Both of these work with LED lights. I have listed them below: 4-Way Connector - Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles item # HM56009 7-Way Connector - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267 Roadmaster also recommends installing a charge line kit since your F-150's battery...
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  • 2022 Ford F-150 Curt and Blue Ox Base Plate Kit Comparison
    Yes, the Curt # C48JR and Blue Ox # BLU33FR base plate kits that fit your 2022 Ford F-150 are essentially the same thing, just branded differently. They are both compatible with the same tow bars and have the same functions. For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you do not have all of these components I recommend the following: Blue Ox Alpha 2 -...
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  • Correct Curt Base Plate Kit for a 2019 Ford F-150
    The correct Curt Base Plate Kit for your 2019 Ford F-150 is part # C48JR and it will fit with Blue Ox tow bars, yes. For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you do not have all of these components just let me know and I can make some additional recommendations for you.
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  • Correct Curt Base Plate Kit for 2018 Ford F-150 with Blue Ox Tow Bar
    The correct and current Curt Custom Base Plate Kit for a 2018 Ford F-150 is part # C48JR. The Blue Ox Aventa II Tow Bar is compatible with the Curt Custom Base Plate Kit. I'd also suggest a lighting kit like the Hopkins Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles part # HM56009 and braking system like the Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System part # HM39524.
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