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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Blue Ox

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: BX3619
$479.16
Retail:$687.76
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Tow Bar Base Plate
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2017 Subaru Forester

Manual transmission - excluding 2.0 XT

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2017 Subaru Forester - Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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

Custom designed to fit your Subaru Forester 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: 16-1/2"
  • 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.



BX3619 Blue Ox Baseplate - Removable Tabs

Installation Details BX3619 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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See what our Experts say about this Blue Ox Tow Bar Base Plate

  • Weight of Blue Ox Base Plate Kit for 2016 Subaru Forester
    The Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX3619 for your 2016 Subaru Forester has a shipping weight of 52 lbs so you're looking at about 47 lbs without the packaging. For a complete flat towing setup you will need a base plate kit, tow bar, safety cables, vehicle tow bar wiring, a supplemental braking system, and possibly a high-low adapter. If you do not have all of these components just let me know and I can make some additional recommendations for you.
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2018 Subaru Forester
    For your 2018 Subaru Forester we have the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX3619 which is a confirmed fit and will work well. I attached an install video for this kit on a similar 2018 Subaru Forester as yours for you to check out as well. For a tow bar that comes with safety cables the Blue Ox # BX7380 will work great too. It's non binding arms will make connecting and disconnecting the tow vehicle very easy as well. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry...
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  • Recommended Baseplate For A 2022 Subaru Crosstrek - Manual Transmission
    Hey Dennis, The dealer likely just doesn't want to accept any liability and is blanket statement telling you no. The CVT models obviously have to be towed off the ground, but the manual transmission models can be towed with all four wheels down. The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act prohibits manufacturers from voiding warranties based on aftermarket parts so as long as you correctly install the baseplate and follow all the rules that go along with flat towing your Subaru you would be protected....
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  • Easiest to Connect/Disconnect Flat Towing Setup Recommendation for 2016 Subaru Forester
    I like the Blue Ox flat towing setups the best as they are the easiest to connect/disconnect. I had the chance to compare the Blue Ox and Roadmaster stuff and while they are both great the Blue Ox setups were just easier to use. The triple lug attachment for the base plate kits is very easy to use and their tow bars can twist in more directions which allows them to not bind up hardly at all. For your 2016 Subaru Forester the Blue Ox Base Plate kit part # BX3619 is a confirmed fit and would...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2016 Subaru Forester
    First you will need a base plate kit to flat tow your 2016 Subaru Forester. The Blue Ox kit part # BX3619 can fit the automatic and manual transmission vehicles that are turbo or non-turbo. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Blue Ox Alpha part # BX7380 that comes with safety cables. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the...
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  • Base Plates and Flat Towing Accessories for 2016 Subaru Forester
    If your Forester has the non-turbo engine, the # RM-52923-4 base plate would work great. If you have the turbo engine, you'd need to use the Blue Ox # BX3619 and a # BX88151 adapter. If you used the Roadmaster base plate, and the original quick disconnect # 910021-00 was damaged in the accident, you'll want to replace it. The EZ Hook Safety Cable Anchor # RM-910653 would be a good addition to your quick disconnect. For wiring, I'd recommend the Roadmaster diode kit, part # RM-15267.
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  • Equipment Needed to Flat Tow a 2016 Subaru Forester
    For a base plate, Blue Ox offers part # BX3619. The Blue Ox Alpha, part # BX7380 would be a good choice for a tow bar. The Alpha offers swiveling and self aligning arms that make hooking up the dinghy easy, even on uneven pavement when the dinghy isn't perfectly lined up with the motorhome. The tow bar also includes safety cables. For a lighting solution, I'd recommend a bulb and socket kit like the Blue Ox # BX8869. You'll also need an umbilical like the Blue Ox # BX88254. For a supplemental...
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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 2015 Subaru Forester
    You are correct, I checked with Blue Ox and the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX3619 that you referenced has been confirmed to fit the 2015 Subaru Forester. They must have just released this fit info as we usually have very up to date fit information. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. One of the most popular compatible tow bars is the Blue Ox Avail part # BX7420. This comes with...
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  • Where Does Breakaway Pin of Blue Ox Patriot Normally Attach on Vehicle
    Yes, screwing in the breakaway pin of the Blue Ox Patriot part # BLU37TR to the front fascia would be your best option.
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