etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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2011 Dodge Durango
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If you want your vehicle to keep its factory look when you’re not towing, this setup does the trick. The invisible design leaves no bulky crossbar or brackets in sight, and the tabs stay on your tow bar so there’s nothing sticking out from the bumper. Snap-in high-density polyethylene covers keep dirt and debris out of the base plate receivers, making it easy to slide the arms in and out every time you hook up.
Each arm slides into the receiver, twists to lock, and secures with an included pull pin for an extra layer of safety. It’s a simple process that makes connecting quick and reliable whether you’re in your driveway or roadside on a trip. The distance between brackets is 30-1/4" and bracket height is 16-3/4", so you can plan your tow bar height to stay within range.
This sturdy, bolt-on design spreads towing forces evenly to minimize weight placed on your suspension. Made from durable steel and secured directly to the chassis with included hardware, it’s built for long-distance reliability. You can trust it to stay solid through thousands of miles of travel without welding required.
Already have a tow bar setup you like? You’re covered. This base plate works with all Demco and Demco tow bars out of the box, and can be adapted for Blue Ox or Roadmaster tow bars using adapters (sold separately). The included electrical bracket lets you mount a round connector plug up front so your wiring stays neat and ready to hook up.
This kit is built for straightforward installation. It bolts securely to your chassis using the supplied parts—no welding needed—and comes with clear instructions to guide you through the process. Once installed, you’ve got a dependable base plate setup ready for long trips without extra fabrication or hidden surprises.
Ratings & Reviews
Works great, easy installation
Like the look of the base plate ( hence invisible).
Excellent quality workmanship. Installation instructions were clear and the process was straightforward. Very pleased with the end result.
Amy was very knowledgeable about your products and Absolutely Professional as well Prompt with obtaining Correct information. Very friendly and helpful. Will Surely use your products and services when needed. Thank you
easy to find on your web site, quick delivery, everything needed for a quick and secure installation. The instructions were easy to follow and all parts were included and fit perfectly.
Very good quality. Great instructions and install video.
Fit my 2018 Colorado 2WD manual perfectly. I disconnect the drive shaft and hose-clamp it to the gas tank cross-member when I flat-tow it. works perfectly
Easy installation on my F-150. Videos on website are very helpful.
This is a great base plate, it really looks good and integrates well with the front of the jeep.
They were easy to install and came with good instructions and pictures. This is the second vehicle I have installed this product on and etrailer is my go to.
Relatively easy install. Double check the skid plate templates. I had to change mine significantly, not just holes but slots from the top all the way to the bottom of the towbar. In the end, they look great they install well. Very nice system.
Heavy duty bracket. The included bracket for the electrical is also heavy duty.
Mounted on a 2025 Bronco with modular bumper. I did have to do a little additional cutting on the bumper to make it fit.
Easy installation if you watch the videos on the etrailer website.
I like the fact that this base plate is hidden behind the air dam below the bumper.
Install of the baseplate itself was not difficult and went smooth. The templates to cut out the holes in my plastic shroud were not accurate. It took some additional trimming to get right and I found that a bit frustrating.
I have installed three base plates on my vehicles. All have been purchased from trailer. They have all been rather easy to install just a matter of taking the time it takes. On this last one mounted on my 2024 Ford Maverick I recommend adding to the instructions an easier way to unplug the light plug from the front facia. I think it is much easier if one turns the wheel full left and unplug the socket before pulling the facia. Easier than current instructions that say be careful when pulling the facia since the plug needs to be undone. I was able to do the whole thing by myself this way and not needed someone else to hold the facia while disconnecting the plug.
Nice setup. Instructions were little off for my application (2026 with shutters) Shutters had to be removed to install correctly. Instructions did not cover this. Everything fit as it should. Final product very satisfied.
The baseplate fit great, fairly simple and install. The instructions from the front valance cutting were off a bit. I had to take it on and off a couple of times and trim to get it to fit. Overall the quality is great.
2025 Ford Mavrick AWD Hybrid. I have installed 2 base plate kits on Honda CRVs.
Piece of cake. Remove front cowling..install base plate..done. Not so on my 2 day old Mavrick. 1 add a spacer to move kit away from shutters...adding washers is super poor planning on manufacturing's part..2 you don't have to go up & over in the middle now 70% of the condenser air flow is blocked by welded steel..could have been much better. 3 provide a mounting ring or hook...wrapping a safety cable around sheet metal components is silly Engineering.
If you follow the easy to read and understand instructions, it’s a breeze to install. Beautiful!!! Highly recommend rhese baseplates
Installation on a 2018 Jeep JL Unlimited Sahara went well, no surprises. Attaching the base plate to chassis safety cables required some ingenuity as the instructions were useless in this installation. Etrailer should post some actual installation photos vs. a poor generic diagram.
Very easy to install and I love the finished look. However I had to cut a couple of relief points in the rock guard in order to get the back two screws into place. Without these the rock guard would bind against these points on the base plate and not allow the rock guard to travel back far enough to reattached the screws. I have a 2025 Jeep Wrangler Sahara.
Came very well packaged, looked great very well made and heavy duty.
Instructions could have been better.
Template for air dam cutout just a rough starting point you will need to do more trimming for proper fit. Overall very happy looks great and very solid.
I've bought from e-trailer several times and I'm always happy with my purchase. The base plate and tow bar are of excellent quality and a good price. Installation was as not too bad; I watched the installation video for my truck even though it was for a different base plate. It gave me enough information to get the job done.
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