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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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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 BX1144 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

  • Removable Draw Bars
  • Blue Ox
  • Twist Lock Attachment

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: 38"
  • Bracket height: 19"
  • 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.



BX1144 Blue Ox Baseplate - Removable Tabs

Replaces BX1141

Item # BX1144

Installation Details BX1144 Installation instructions

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms - BX1144

Average Customer Rating:  5.0 out of 5 stars   (6 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.

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It was so easy to order from the very helpful Alex! He went out of his way to double check on the part(blue ox base plate) and got it out to us right away! Thank you so much!



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Product is as described, very well built, welds and fitment are excellent



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2019 Jeep Cherokee



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2022 Jeep Cherokee



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2021 Jeep Cherokee


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See what our Experts say about this Blue Ox Tow Bar Base Plate

  • Flat Towing Package for 2022 Jeep Cherokee
    You'll need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, wiring for the taillights, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high/low adapter if the installed height of the base plates has a height difference compared to the motorhome hitch greater than three inches. I'll link to an article that shows how to measure for the height difference, along with a listing of our available high/low adapters. For a tow bar, I'd recommend the Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain tow bar, part # RM-522 along...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2021 Jeep Cherokee 80th Anniversary
    There are a number of different parts needed in order to flat tow your 2021 Jeep Cherokee 80th Anniversary edition, which I'll list for you: - Base Plate Kit: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1144 - Tow Bar: Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7380 - Wiring Kit for Jeep WITHOUT ParkSense Proximity Sensors: Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-152-1676-7 or WITH ParkSense Proximity Sensors: Roadmaster Wiring Kit with Smart Diodes # RM47ZR & Blue Ox 7-Wire to 6-Wire,...
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  • Which Blue Ox Base Plate for 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk
    For the 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 4x4 with the 2 speed transfer case, you'd use the Blue Ox # BX1143 which is compatible with Blue Ox tow bars, along with certain Roadmaster and Demco tow bars if the correct adapter is used. I'll link you to our Base Plate adapter table which shows which adapters are needed to use Blue Ox Base Plates with various brand tow bars. You'll also need a wiring solution, safety cables if you don't already have them, a supplemental brake systsem and possibly...
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  • Blue Ox or etrailer Base Plates For 2021 Jeep Cherokee For Use With Demco Tow Bar
    While I can't speak to price differences, what I can tell you is that for your 2021 Jeep Cherokee (so long as it is not an Overland or Trailhawk model), since you have a Demco tow bar like the Demco Excali-Bar III # DM9511013 (or an earlier version of the Excali-Bar), I recommend the etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit # e98953. There isn't any difference in function or any noticeable difference in install between the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1144 and the etrailer # e98953, so the only...
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  • Where to Install Blue Ox Safety Cables on 2019 Jeep Cherokee
    I attached a picture that I took from the install instructions for the # BX1144 you mentioned that shows where you'll attach the safety chains. I also attached an install video that shows this kit installed and where we attached the cables as well.
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  • Determining Correct Blue Ox Base Plate Kit for 2020 Jeep Cherokee
    You should be able to determine if your Jeep Cherokee features the steel or aluminum bumper by removing the outer bumper cover/fascia, but there's an easier way that doesn't require you to mess with your brand new vehicle (with regards to choosing the right base plate kit). Based on my research if you have the Overland or Trailhawk model Cherokee, you have the steel bumper. If you have any other model it's the aluminum bumper. This does kind of line up with what your dealer was telling...
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  • Blue Ox Base Plate Kit Fascia Trimming Instructions For A 2021 Jeep Cherokee
    The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1144 does come with a set of instructions for proper installation. According to the installation manual, models with shutters in the bumper will need the fascia to be trimmed to allow room for the electrical. On the back side of the fascia remove the middle shutter to allow room to attach electrical bracket. Set aside shutter to be trimmed and reinstalled later. Cut a hole in the top of the shutter housing to run electrical through and install electrical...
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  • Does etrailer Carry Ready Brute Tow Bars
    That is correct, we do not carry this brand. The only thing Ready Brute related we carry are the Ready Brute Elite Tow Bar Adapter Brackets for Blue Ox Base Plates # BX88297. If you switch tow bars you will need these to connect to the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX1144 on your 2019 Jeep Cherokee.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2019 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus
    The online owner's manual for the 2019 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Plus indicates on pages 384 through 391 the versions that can be safely flat towed with all wheels on the ground as well as the specific procedure to make them ready for this process. Only 4x4 versions with the 2-speed power transfer unit can be flat towed. Front wheel drive (FWD) models cannot be flat towed nor can models with the 1-speed power transfer unit. I recommend checking your printed manual or speaking with the dealership...
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