Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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1991 Dodge Ram 50
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This base plate keeps your front end looking clean when you’re not towing. Its hidden design means the brackets won’t protrude past the front of your vehicle, and the removable arms leave a seamless look once they’re off. When you’re done towing, plug in the included receiver covers to keep dirt and debris out of the base plate and maintain that finished appearance.
Hooking up is simple with the twist-lock design. Each arm slides into the receiver, rotates until it locks, and secures with a pull pin—no tools or complicated steps needed. When you’re unhooked, just release the pin, twist to disengage, and remove the arms. It’s quick, clean, and perfect for those who don’t want extra hardware sticking out when driving around town.
This base plate bolts directly to your chassis, so no welding is required. The sturdy steel design spreads towing force evenly to prevent stress on your suspension, helping everything stay aligned and secure over long miles. A powder-coated finish resists rust and corrosion, keeping it looking sharp year after year.
With its strong lugs, this kit pairs directly with Blue Ox tow bars to create a reliable connection. It’s also adaptable for use with Roadmaster tow bars using adapter RM-031 or RM-031-5 (sold separately), and with Demco tow bars using adapter DM9523041 (sold separately). The integrated mounting points make it easy to attach an electrical connector plug bracket if you want to tidy up your wiring.
No welding or fabrication needed here—just bolt it on using the included mounting hardware. The straightforward installation design makes it approachable for hands-on owners who prefer to do their own setup. Specs are clear too: distance between brackets is 18" and bracket height is 12-1/2". Once it’s on, you’ve got a solid, reliable connection ready for the road.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
92% were satisfied with this product
8% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Katrina B.
5/16/2023
I am sorry that your order arrived in this condition. I can assure you that we do not sell returned or used product. However, we do have a demo and install team that will use the product to put content on our website. It is possible that the packaging was not put back together properly. Let me get you over to our customer service department for them to look into some compensation for your missing hardware.
Heather A.
5/1/2026
The install looks great Ed! Where are you planning on taking the Encore? I will let Royce know you reached out.
Heather A.
5/1/2026
Mike L.
9/9/2026
Thanks Douglas, nice truck you've got there! Nice job on the install.....
Nick S.
1/5/2026
I am glad you were able to get it installed with no issues and a little help from our video! What kind of coach are you pulling the Kia Soul with?
Roger
12/12/2025
Still the same no issues...fine product
Matthew
10/12/2026
Its been two years since installation of the Blue Ox Baseplate. Since then, Ive flat towed the CRV from NJ to FL and back three separate times with many other shorter trips in between. Paired with a Blue Ox Tow Bar, the system has worked flawlessly since installation.
Jameson C.
10/12/2026
Kate F.
12/17/2025
Thanks for the detailed review Chris, and the pointers! This will be most helpful to others. What was your favorite stop in those 7,000 miles? Where did you go, what did you see?
Perry
10/1/2026
Follow up. Ive put about 8000 miles on the setup and its been great. A 34 ton suburban pulls nicely behind my Dutch star, and they dont have a steering lock so its nice not to have to retrieve keys when stopping for the night. I have used the safety cable attachment a few times for straight line pulls with a small shackle when working as a rally racing volunteer, its been fine but I wouldnt side pull on it.
Nick S.
12/1/2025
I am glad it worked well for you! What kind of coach are you pulling that Jeep with?
Andrew N.
10/21/2026
Hey Luis, thanks so much for the detailed response and photos. Install looks great on your Mini Cooper! I know the instructions sometimes aren't perfect, but I'm glad you got it installed correctly!
James
10/16/2025
Perfect
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Larry
5/21/2021
Wonderful