Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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1988 Jeep YJ
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If you like your setup to look clean when you’re not towing, this design keeps it that way. The main body stays concealed so nothing bulky sticks out from the front end. When the removable arms are off, the base plate blends in for a low-profile, factory look that keeps things neat and out of the way.
The twist-lock attachment makes connecting quick and simple. Each arm slides into place and locks with a twist, so there’s no fumbling with extra pins or misalignment. It’s a straightforward process that makes getting ready to tow or disconnect smooth every time.
This kit bolts securely to the chassis—no welding required—and is built from welded steel for strength and precise fit. The design spreads towing force evenly across the frame to minimize stress on the suspension. It’s physically tested to gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) standards for dependable performance mile after mile.
The high-gloss black powder coat isn’t just for looks—it’s co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid Bonderite coating that helps the steel stand up to weather and road grime. This dual-layer finish gives long-term protection against corrosion so your setup keeps performing and looking good.
Already have a Blue Ox tow bar? You can keep it. This base plate connects directly without any adapter needed, making it easy to reuse your current setup. The kit also includes safety cables and installation hardware, so you have what you need for a secure connection right out of the box.
Ratings & Reviews
I'm very happy with everything I buy are very professional and they have very good products at very good prices, thank you
Works just like the video with the green Jeep shows you.
The hardest part was getting the outside nuts off the bumper.
Use long extensions and a swivel and a short 18 mm socket.
Other than that it went smoothly. But my friend has a lift so it was a lot easier to do it all baseplate , wiring, and brake buddy cable.
Product worked great! Installation was not that difficult, but instructions were xeroxed causing pictures to be difficult to see detail. I was able to go online and see full color pictures with the ability to zoom in. Took about 2-2.5 hours to install
Great tech advice finding the right product, easy purchase and prompt delivery!! Thanks Etrailer!!
Custom fit, everything went together smoothly. I'm ready to haul my Ford ranger behind my motor home.
Instructions stink, this installs much lower than the instructions show, several things are far more in the way that the instructions make it seem Also, the installation is into weak sheetmetal, after your torque this to 75 ft lbs, you will see the steel bending and the bolts are no longer flat against the mounts. Vevor level junk for way to much money for what it is.
Installed the Curt Custom Base Plate Kit (#C64ER) onto my 2019 Ford Ranger XLT FX4. Could not have been easier. Directions were excellent! Time required was about 2 hours. Great product!
This base plate kit worked very well with the Blue Ox Acclaim non-binding tow bar - coupler for 2" ball (code BX4330). We towed a 4 door Rubicon over 2000 miles and the setup worked great. The bar is very easy to couple and uncouple. The removable arms work exactly as advertised. I did have to cut two small slots in my custom bumper to install the base plate, but the slots are not in strength critical areas. The installation instruction are clear and good.
No issues, easy installation. Great tech support.
Easy to install with typical tools found in about anyone's garage. Took maybe an hour or so to do. We have pulled our Ranger about 2000 miles behind our RV without any issue.
It preforms as designed. I tow a jeep gladiator with a 32’ class C RV
Wasn't to hard to install with a helper to get bumper off my truck. Had bumper pulled and installed baseplates in about hour and a half.
Fit like it was made for it. :) Only issue was the fishing wires for the bolts in the frame. They would not fit through the holes in the locking plates so I couldn't use them. I used a magnet stick instead and it worked well. I did not put on the safety cables around the frame. I figure since this thing bolts to the steering box, if it comes off so does the steering box and then I have much bigger issues that these cables are not going to help.
Etrailer is with out a doubt the best supplier in the market today. they are on time every time and there support is excellent.
Great Base plate kit! Very easy to follow instructions even with my aftermarket bumper with winch. It fit perfect. The only issue I have is where the safety cables attach to the base plate….the cable connectors are too big to fit through the holes because the Jeep’s frame blocks part of the hole. See photo with red circle. I will have to get a smaller connector.
The product is great but if you weren’t a mechanic or body shop guy you would be in big trouble trying to figure out how to install with the instructions and pictures provided with the product
This is not the first time I have purchased from ETrailer, but by far the best experience yet. I was treading in uncharted waters and decided to call, i happened to get Paula S. And she was able to educate me on the subject at hand. She also made sure I was ordering all the right parts for the task at hand. I received the two boxes of parts and assembled everything on the vehicle and noticed i was missing something so I called back and talked to Ashley. She assured me that Paula did order the missing part and that it would be here the next day. (Delayed due to holiday) You can sure tell both ladies love their jobs and liked taking care of us customers. I will always try to deal with them when I need something towing related.
Price and shipping was great. Once I received the base plates I immediately installed them. The quality is outstanding! The fit is flawless! Thank you etrailer:)
Great product and service this my second setup I have purchased. Very easy to navigate for what you need.
Quality product overall with good installation instructions.
Great product! I like the quality with which it was built and the 100% fit. The instructions could have been better, but the E-trailer video helped. You do have to have a bit of mechanical aptitude to install this baseplate---not so much the plate but removing the fascia from the vehicle. I have no complains and Jill was extremely helpful when ordering.
Product was fine hardware bag broke open and was loose in box I hope nothing is missing
Jaime was very helpful in getting the right baseplate for my Jeep Cherokee and in retuning the wrong item which I ordered myself.
The baseplate installed easily and will be used for the first time next week. Also, the curt base plate did not require any trimming whatsoever of the plastics on the front of the car.
Thanks Jaime
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Gwendolyn Y.
4/18/2025
Thanks for giving Jaime such an awesome shoutout, Patrick! The baseplate looks like its's factory!