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2021 Gulf Stream Conquest Motorhome
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: BX2238
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Tow Bar Base Plate
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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. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from Blue Ox. Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number BX2238 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Blue Ox Tow Bar Base Plate - BX2238

  • Blue Ox
  • Removable Draw Bars
  • Twist Lock Attachment
  • Completely Hidden

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.


Features:

  • Custom-fit base plate provides attachment points for your tow bar when flat towing
  • Hidden design provides a clean, seamless look
    • Arms remove with a simple twist when not in use
    • Brackets won't protrude past the front of your vehicle
  • Sturdy design spreads towing force evenly to prevent stress on your vehicle's suspension
  • Integrated mounting points let you easily attach an electrical connector plug with bracket (sold separately)
  • Receiver covers keep dirt and debris out of the base plate when arms are removed and provide a finished look
  • Durable steel construction is powder coated to resist rust and corrosion
  • Straightforward installation - no welding required
    • Base plate bolts securely to your vehicle's chassis with included mounting hardware
  • Sturdy lugs pair with Blue Ox tow bars to form a secure and reliable connection
    • Adaptable for use with Roadmaster tow bars - adapter (RM-031 or RM-031-5) sold separately
    • Adaptable for use with Demco tow bars - adapter (DM9523041) sold separately
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Distance between brackets: 24"
  • Bracket height: 21"
  • 3-Year warranty


Simple, Hidden Design

Blue Ox Base Plate With Arms AttachedBlue Ox Base Plate Arms Removed

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.


Blue Ox Base Plate Removable Arms

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.


Guide to Flat Towing

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.


Towing Basics

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.



BX2238 Blue Ox Baseplate - Removable Tabs

Installation Details BX2238 Installation instructions

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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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  • Tow Bar Type and Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2006 Honda CR-V
    Coupler style tow bars are generally preferred as they are easier to store and don't require a ball mount with a hitch ball. They also provide a really solid connection. So based on that I would go with the Blue Ox part # BX7420 as this is a coupler style that's very easy to connect/disconnect. It has the same telescoping arms as the bar you mentioned and also comes with safety cables too. For a base plate kit you'd then want the part # BX2238 and you'd be set in that regard as well. These...
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  • Recommended Components For Flat-Towing 2005 Honda CR-V Behind Motorhome
    there are 5 thing needed when you are flat-towing a vehicle. You will need base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, lighting for the towed vehicle, and most states now require a supplemental brake system. If you like the Blue Ox Adventurer Tow Bar, part # BX7322, I recommend using Blue Ox base plates as well, like part # BX2238. This eliminates the hassle of using an adapter that allows you to be able to use different manufacturers for base plates and tow bars. You mentioned the RoadMaster...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2006 Honda CR-V
    Congrats on your new vehicle! To flat tow a 2006 Honda CR-V you will need the following parts: Tow Bar and Safety Chains - Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar item # RM-520 and item # RM-643 Base Plate Kit - Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms item # 1555-3 Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit item # RM-15267 Supplemental Braking System - Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Supplemental Braking System item # HM39524 High Low Adapter - The...
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  • Blue Ox Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2006 Honda CR-V
    You are on the right track. The Blue Ox Base plate kit you need is the part # BX2238 which is confirmed as a fit for your 2006 Honda CR-V. This would work great with the Blue Ox Alpha part # BX7380 which does come with safety cables already. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This...
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  • What Blue Ox Base Plate fits a 2006 Honda CR-V
    We have exactly what you need to flat tow your 2006 Honda CR-V but unfortunately The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part # BX2232 you referenced will not fit onto a 2006 Honda CR-V. It was designed for use on the 2002-2004 model years. Instead you will use Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part # BX2238. This is a custom fit base plate specifically designed for your CR-V and comes with all of the necessary hardware to get it installed. I've linked a photo of it installed.
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  • Will The Blue Ox Aventa Tow Bar Fit A Blue Ox Baseplate On A 2006 Honda CR-V
    Yes, the Blue Ox Aventa will fit with the arms of the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2238 for your 2006 Honda CR-V If you haven't picked out the rest of your flat towing components then I have the following recommendations: Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This kit will come with everything you need to display the traffic signals from your motorhome through the tail lights on your CR-V. The FRONT POWER ACC 18 fuse needs to be pulled...
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  • What is the Correct Blue Ox Base Plate Kit for a 2012 Honda CR-V
    The correct Blue Ox Base Plate Kit for your 2012 Honda CR-V is part # BX2258, not part # BX2238 which is for an older 2005 - 2006 Honda CR-V. The attachment points are different between the two systems which is why they are not cross compatible. The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit is a custom fit so very minimal modifications are needed to make it work. It has removable arms so it will provide a clean look while not in tow. For a compatible tow bar, I recommend the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Tow Bar part...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2002 Honda CR-V Behind a Motor Home
    The Blue Ox base plates, # BX2238, do not fit the 2002 Honda CR-V. They are designed for the 2005 to 2006 CR-V. For a 2002 you would use # BX2232. Instructions do come with the base plates and I will also send you a copy of them. We do not yet have a video showing installation. In addition to the base plates you will also need a compatible tow bar like the Blue Ox Avail, # BX7420. I usually recommend this tow bar because it is versatile and it comes with another part you will need, safety...
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  • Why Are There Different Blue Ox Base Plate Fits for 2002 to 2006 Honda CR-V
    Hey Gary, so the difference between the two Blue Ox part numbers you mentioned is the Honda CR-V year range they fit. The part # BX2238 fits 2005 to 2006 models and the part # BX2232 fits 2002 to 2004. While technically the same generation there were quite a few exterior changes made in 2005 to the CR-V which is why they new part number had to be came up with. Believe me, if Blue Ox could have gotten away without having to redesign the CR-V fit they would have as it costs them a lot of money.
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  • Replacement Blue Ox Attachment Tabs for a 2005 Honda CR-V Base Plate Kit
    The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2238 is the Blue Ox Base Plate for your 2005 Honda CR-V. The # BX2238 uses the 62-3469 attachment tabs. We have the 62-3469 tabs available as a pair (set of 2) in the Replacement Attachment Tab Assembly # BLU37XR.
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  • Replacement Removable Arm/Attachment Tab for Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2238
    I checked the install instructions for the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX2238 that you have and the correct replacement tab is the part # BX62-3469. In the attached instructions link you can see item number 13 is the part number.
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