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Custom designed to fit your vehicle so it can be safely towed behind your RV, this base plate has easily removable arms that offer a seamless look when you're not flat towing. Base plate bolts directly to your chassis, so no welding is required.
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This base plate's hidden design creates a clean and seamless look. The bracket arms are easily removable, creating a slick appearance when you're not flat towing. Because the arms can be removed, you also won't have to worry about banging your leg into any protruding arms when you walk by.
Attaching and removing the bracket arms is a breeze. To attach the arms to the base plate, simply insert them into the receivers and rotate them until they lock into place. Once you're finished towing and want to remove the arms, pull the pin to disengage the lock, rotate the arms, and remove them from the receivers. Finally, plug up the now empty receivers with the included receiver covers to help keep dirt and debris out of the base plate and provide a finished look.
Flat towing your vehicle is much more convenient than using a trailer or a tow dolly. These other options take up much more storage space, leaving you less room both at home and at the campsite. In addition, securing your vehicle to a trailer or tow dolly can be a hassle and more time consuming than hooking up with a tow bar.
There are 5 basic components needed when flat towing a vehicle: a tow bar, a base plate kit, a safety cable set, tow bar wiring, and a supplemental braking system.
The tow bar links your towed car to your motorhome. It attaches to the custom-fit base plates that install on the frame of your towed car. Safety cables ensure that your towed car does not separate from your motorhome in the event that your tow bar becomes detached. Tow bar wiring allows your towed vehicle's signal lights to sync up with your motorhome's tail lights, which is required by law in most states. Finally, the supplemental braking system - also required in most states - brakes your towed car when the brakes in your motorhome are activated, preventing wear on the motorhome and decreasing braking distance for your entire setup.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (1978 Customer Reviews)
Custom designed to fit your vehicle so it can be safely towed behind your RV, this base plate has easily removable arms that offer a seamless look when you're not flat towing. Base plate bolts directly to your chassis, so no welding is required.Just what I needed to flat tow my Jeep Wrangler. When I first received the base plate I was thinking about having it installed, but after watching the etrailer.com installation video I decided to do it myself. Couldn't have asked for a smoother install. The permanent base plate safety cables concerned me a little. I came up with a figure-8 over the frame that I think will work ok and I did secure it with some cable ties in a couple of spots.
Thanks to Nick at etrailer for the help and to the folks that made the installation video giving me the confidence to do-it-myself.
Joseph - 03/04/2021
I’ve used many of the Blue Ox base plates and tow bars over the years. I have never had any problems with any of their products. I would highly recommend Blue Ox products to anyone looking to flat tow your vehicle. Hook up and release has never been easier.
After receiving a defective removable tab/pin as part of the Blue Ox base plate I contacted Etrailer for a replacement part. Alex cut thru the red tape and was able to send me a new set of pins very quickly as I was getting ready for a trip and was running out of time.
This product has been fantastic. Ease of installation and use are key. The removable arms are a good feature and when not in use, the base plate does not distract from the looks of the Jeep.
We ordered everything needed to flat tow our 22 Jeep Wrangler. Shipping was prompt, and I had everything in two days. Just a few more hours of installation work, and it will be ready to test. All items fit perfectly, and arrived in super shape
We decided to purchase the Blue Ox set up for our 2018 Wrangler JL. The set up works very well and has been easy to connect/disconnect, so far. The instructional installation video was EXCELLENT and definitely contributed to making the installation a breeze. Thanks again etrailer. Only alteration was to the brake away switch. It seemed to stick out too far in front of the bumper, for my liking, so I added a stainless nut/bolt and two nylon bushings so it could swivel out of harms way when not in use.
Fit just like described in video install. Only issue was enlarging holes in front of frame to get nuts on wires thru. Jig saw did not work with metal cutting blade, had to use sawzall with metal cutting blade.
First endeavor on 4 down towing a 2018 jeep Wrangler JL. Use to use tow dolly but couldn’t understand why we went that direction. This is a very stout piece of hardware. Installation took about 3 hours. Referred to etrailer’s installation video which was very well done. Only recommendation i would make is to specify that a 18mm DEEP socket is required to remove bumper. Very pleased with this purchase which arrived 3-4 days after placing order. No hesitation on using etrailer for all my RV towing needs. Great job etrailer!
I ordered 3 items . 1 item not delivered as of today. 2nd item the Base plate was delivered damaged and after 4 discussion over 4 days with customer service i decided to install the damaged base plate vs waiting for another delivery/return as my hopes of etrailer delivery on time went down. The 3rd item was delivered on time as expected.
Works as designed with my 2022 Entegra Reatta and Jeep Wrangler. Elevations are such that i don’t need a height adjusting adapter
Not only are the products and pricing great, the customer service is top notch. etrailer follows up on orders, and has knowledgeable staff to help with technical issues.
Fits great, used your [installation] video and no problems.
Phillip - 01/30/2022Product is well made and includes everything needed for a simple self install. Installation was as described in support instruction and video. I have had the base plate installed and in use for over a year and I am very satisfied with this purchase.
Have yet to receive as of this comment. Was one of three packages that I didn’t get (the other two did arrive). Voiced concern to customer service and have yet to receive a response.
Probably a great product but…..customer service lacking.
Sierra K - 05/03/2022Blue Ox is the best product for flat towing a vehicle
Great service, fairly easy to put on and all the parts were there. Good instructions
Perfect fit and easy installation! etrailer installation videos made all the difference. Take the time to watch the professional installers and your installation experience will be super easy!
I thought about buying the baseplate direct from the manufacturer but after viewing the installation videos i knew etrailer's support from knowledgeable installers would be priceless. I also purchased the wiring kit and used those videos to guide me through an easy installation.
Thanks etrailer!
Brian - 04/13/2020The product was easy to install on a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. However, you will have to drill holes.
Product fit very well and instructions were very accurate. It does help to watch the video as well. This is the second tow vehicle I have used etrailer for but will probably have the Jeep Wrangler for a while now. I like how you don't really notice it when on the vehicle.
Baseplate is well made and very strong. Not the easiest to install but durable in its location.
took alot of disassembly but it worked out.
The customer service I received when ordering these products was top-notch. The service people went above and beyond when I misordered the wrong product and were courteous and helpful. When a company goes above and beyond like this, it doesn't matter what's in the box- I will be coming back again!
On time and in great shape, thank you!
Michael L - 03/25/2022Bought the Blue OX base plate for the new 2020 Wrangler Sahara and installed it with no problem at all. It took about an hour to install. It looks good and works perfectly.
Installed by myself in a few hours Very happy with looks and easy hookup of tow bar
J P - 01/27/2022
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