bing tracking image
  1. Tow Bar Base Plate
  2. Blue Ox
  3. Aftermarket Bumper Adapters
  4. Hitch Pin Attachment
THIS ITEM IS NOT A FIT FOR
2007 Mini Clubman
etrailer Installation
We'll connect you with nearby partnered installers who know this exact setup.
Blue Ox

Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters for Blue Ox Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars - 7/8" D-Rings

Part Number: BX88357
In Stock
$138.06
Retail:$160.00
You Save: $21.94
Tow Bar Base Plate
Not Confirmed to Fit

2007 Mini Clubman

Will this fit?

To see if this custom-fit item will work for you please tell us what vehicle you'll use it with.

zoom in icon
slider vertical icon
zoom out icon
Comment field cannot be left empty.
Name field cannot be left empty.
By submitting this form, you understand and agree to our Terms of Sale, Website Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Thank you! Your comment has been submitted successfully. You should be able to view your question/comment here within a few days.

Error submitting comment. Please try again momentarily.

Product Images

In Use/Installed

Customer Photos

etrailer Installation
We'll connect you with nearby partnered installers who know this exact setup.
Lets you use your motorhome-mounted Blue Ox tow bar with your off-road bumper. Bumper must have 7/8" D-rings. Works with Aladdin, Alpha, Allure, Ascent, Avail, and Aventa LX tow bars. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from Blue Ox. Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters for Blue Ox Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars - 7/8" D-Rings part number BX88357 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
  • All Info
  • Reviews (260)
  • Q & A (0)
  • Photos

Blue Ox Tow Bar Base Plate - BX88357

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Ready for Flat Towing: Lets you connect a Blue Ox motorhome-mounted tow bar to an off-road bumper with 7/8" D-rings for secure, reliable towing.
  • Handles Heavy Loads: Rated for 10,000 lbs, giving confidence when towing larger vehicles or setups over long distances.
  • Simple Hookup: Includes adapter brackets, pins, clips, washers, and lock nuts for a straightforward connection.
  • Keeps Existing Equipment Useful: Works with Aladdin, Alpha, Allure, Ascent, Avail, Aventa LX, and Apollo tow bars so you can reuse your current setup.
  • Solid Steel Construction: Heavy-duty build provides long-term strength and stability through thousands of towing miles.
Made in USA

Features to know about

Keep Your Off-Road Setup: Use Your Bumper’s 7/8" D-Rings for Flat Towing

If you already have an off-road bumper built for towing, this adapter lets you put it to work. The Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters attach directly to 7/8" D-rings so you can connect your motorhome-mounted Blue Ox tow bar without changing bumpers or adding a base plate. Each bracket has a 7/8" pin and works with Aladdin, Alpha, Allure, Ascent, Avail, Aventa LX, and Apollo tow bars. The kit includes two adapters, pins, clips, washers, and lock nuts for a ready-to-use setup rated up to 10,000 lbs.

Strong Link You Can Trust: Heavy-Duty Steel with 10,000 lb Capacity

When you’re towing for hundreds or thousands of miles, strength matters. These solid steel adapters handle up to 10,000 lbs of towing weight, giving you confidence on long hauls. Each piece is precisely machined so the pins line up cleanly with your D-rings and tow bar lugs. Owners use them across demanding setups knowing the connection point won’t flex or loosen over time.

Simple Connection Every Time: Pin-Secure Mounting System

Hookups stay straightforward thanks to the hitch-pin style attachment. Slide the adapter into the bumper’s D-ring mount, drop in the pin, and secure it with the supplied clip and washer set. The design keeps everything tight yet easy to remove when you’re done towing—no drilling or permanent modification needed.

Match Your Existing Gear: Works with Popular Blue Ox Tow Bars

Instead of replacing your tow bar when upgrading bumpers, keep what you already trust. This adapter is built for Blue Ox motorhome-mounted models including Aladdin, Alpha, Allure, Ascent, Avail, Aventa LX, and Apollo (Apollo use lowers max capacity to 10,000 lbs). It’s an easy way to make your current setup work with an aftermarket off-road bumper rated for flat towing.

All the Pieces You Need: Complete Pair with Hardware

Everything needed for both sides comes in one box—two adapter brackets plus their pins, clips, washers, and lock nuts—so you don’t have to chase extra hardware. Each part fits snugly together for a solid feel once mounted and removes just as neatly when it’s time to head off the road again.

Specs

Quantity and Dimensions

  • Quantity: 2 adapter brackets
  • Pin diameter: 7/8"

Dimensional diagram of Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapter BX88357 showing bracket size, pin diameter, and technical layout for 7/8-inch D-ring tow bar connection

Weight and Capacity

  • Weight capacity: 10,000 lbs

Warranty

  • Warranty: 1-Year warranty

Note

Off-road bumper must be rated for flat towing.

BX88357 BlueOx After Market Bumper Flat Tow Adapters for Jeeps - 7/8" D Rings

Replaces Blue Ox BX88296, BX88303, BX88304, or BX88357



This Product Fits The Following Vehicles




Customer Satisfaction Score:

Ratings & Reviews

4.8

260 reviews
Review sort icon
Lets you use your motorhome-mounted Blue Ox tow bar with your off-road bumper. Bumper must have 7/8" D-rings. Works with Aladdin, Alpha, Allure, Ascent, Avail, and Aventa LX tow bars.

by:

The adapters worked as described. The only issue I have is the price. Compared to other manufacturers, the Blue Ox adapters were double in price.

However, the delivery process and the customer service from etrailer was amazing which help take the price sting away.



by:

Works as it should.



by:

Just what I needed. I have a wrangler with an off road bumper and winch and needed adapters for my blue ox tow bar. The first adapter I order was to large and etrailer said no problem. I sent the first one back, got the right one and now it’s Moab bound!!!



by:

I give etrailer full marks. I ordered my parts and there was a packaging error from the manufacturer . etrailer was very responsive in getting me a new order shipped. They always answered the phone, were professional and caring.



by:

These adapters work quite well with my after market bumper!



by:

As always, I needed a host of devices to set up our new Toad, and etrailer was the perfect choice! Lot of product, in stock, for a decent price, and shipped quickly! HIGHLY recommend



by:

Great product. Fit perfectly on my tow bar.



by:

Exactly what I needed! Works great! The ones that came with the blue ox system were oriented the wrong way for my tow vehicle. This solved the problem perfectly and Vicki was a great help to get me lined up to what I needed to order. She followed up on my order to, making sure it worked. I had a packaging issue with the delivery box being damaged and a part missing ( not etrailer’s fault at all) . I called and explained and she immediately resolved the issue so I could get my tow vehicle hooked up and get to travelling our beautiful country. I’ve been on the road 15 months and the one thing that has been amazing is this item, the adapters, and the blue ox system, along with the braking system I bought from etrailer! Thank you thank you for providing quality items and quality technical support!!



by:

They where just what I expected & easy to install



by:

Easy shopping, excellent support. I made a mistake ordering (totally on me). Accidentally created two orders for the same thing. They quickly caught it and reached out to clarify. Saved me time and money. I’ll be back when I need a product they have.



by:

Exactly as shown
Seems good quality



by:

Great service. Original order came with mismatched parts (one was bigger than the other). No fault of eTrailer. Contacted the manufacturer and they sent a new set and covered return shipping. Adapters are very heavy duty and come with spacers to ensure a good fit. Oly complaint is the paint started chipping within a week. no problem - I'm used to repainting trailer hitch and Tow Bar hardware regularly.

Jim profile picture

Jim

7/29/2024

Stronger than the bumper. Tabs on the bumper were showing weld stress so I installed a baseplate. Great Product.



by:

Very nice!



by:

These mounts are extremely heavy duty, way more than I imagined. Etrailer was quick ship and well packaged. I feel confident knowing my TJ is pulling along nice and safe



by:

Great item, just what I needed to change my tow bar to match the winch bumper on my Jeep.



by:

Well made, good fit!



by:

Just about the easiest part I've ever changed out. Great video. Easy-to-use.



by:

Thank you Matthew for your assume help!



by:

I initially ordered the wrong size. My.return was handled promptly and the correct size was sent promptly. This all took place in the same week.



by:

Easy install and connected perfectly. Ready for a test run now.

Kate F. profile picture
Etrailer Expert

Kate F.

6/25/2026

Glad to hear it Terry! Where are you headed for the first big trip?

Terry profile picture

Terry

6/25/2026

I’m preparing for a 50th anniversary celebratory cross country trip next April. Between now and then we will make a few short trips in and around our home state of SC. doing some fishing (my favorite) and beach time (her favorite) making sure we and our equipment are up for the big adventure. Yee haw!!
Kate F. profile picture
Etrailer Expert

Kate F.

6/25/2026

@Terry I was just talking to a neighbor (customer) about the bass fishing in SC, I now must go to Lake Murray, Santee Cooper to get a hog of my own. I fish some local bass tournaments at Lake of the Ozarks, and Mark Twain lake here in Missouri. My boyfriend took second in Co-Angler at the All American at Lake Hartwell in 2020. Sounds like excellent short trips to me before your big 50th cross country trip! Thanks for the response, Terry. - Safe Travels


by:

These fit the tow points on my BBM winch mount perfectly.



by:

Nice heavy adapters. Comes with 6 shim washers. I used one on each adapter. I used JB weld to hold them in place so I don't have to fool with them. Arrived quickly in a nice heavy box. I'm using them on my 2021 Jeep Wrangler with a Blue Ox Avail tow bar.

Yellville profile picture

Yellville

7/18/2022

No issues at all. Works great.



by:

Great Customer Service ruching these parts to me, as I was in a bind. And these things are ROBUST! Thanks, Team eTrailer and Blue Ox.



by:

new knuckles received and installed the new knuckles.  knuckles look good.   installing my brake buddy this weekend.  hope to try the new config this month.



by:

Great service and product. I ordered (7/8")the wrong size when in fact I need the 1" brackets for aftermarket Jeep bumper. My bad. I reordered and hopefully can return the 7/8" brackets.


25
25

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

  • D-Ring Adapter For Blue Ox Tow Bar on Jeep Wrangler
    Thanks for that photo, and since you have a bumper with D-ring attachments, you would not need base plates; in fact, base plates wouldn't be able to be installed, so instead you would need a bumper adapter that attaches to the D-ring attachments. Your bumper does need to be rated for flat towing so you'll need to check with the manufacturer to ensure that if you're not certain, but if it is, and if the bumper has a 1" or 7/8" pin hole and the tab is 3/4", 7/8", or 1" then what you will...
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • How To Use Tow Bar with D-Rings On Jeep Bumper
    In order to use a tow bar with a set of welded-on d-rings which are commonly found on aftermarket Jeep bumpers you need a specific type of tow bar, one that mounts on the motorhome when not in use. The Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar part # RM-520 and Blue Ox Alpha 2 Tow Bar part # BX7380 are both examples of motorhome mounted tow bars and are excellent options to use, the best value for the money. In order to use either tow bar with a set of welded-on d-rings you will need an adapter which...
    view full answer...
  • Blue Ox Tow Bar Adapter for Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with Off-Road Towing Bumper with 1-inch D-Rings
    To connect your Blue Ox tow bar, such as their Alpha # BX7380, to your Wrangler Unlimited's towing bumper's 1-inch D-rings you will want adapter kit # BX88358. This includes the 7/8-inch pins and retaining clips. You can see how this installs in the linked photo.
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • Why Do I Need To Disconnect My Battery When Flat Towing A 2024 GMC Canyon
    Hello Steve, thanks for reaching out. The battery must be disconnected when flat towing a 2024 GMC Canyon behind a motorhome because GMC say so in the Canyon owners manual. Generally speaking, when the owners manual calls for the battery to be disconnected it is because certain features need to be disabled so they don't draw power from the vehicles battery and drain it while towing. If you need to know exactly which features that is then you would need to contact your local dealer as I...
    view full answer...
  • What Do I Need to Flat Tow a 2023 Jeep Gladiator
    hey, Chuck! Happy to help out here! Since you already have a Blue Ox tow bar I'd stick with getting another Blue Ox base plate, part # BLU53FR. This works if you have a factory plastic bumper, Mojave, Rubicon with factory plastic or steel bumper. If your Gladiator is equipped with D-rings that are flat tow rated you can use part # BX88358 for 1" D-rings or part # BX88357 for 7/8" D-rings. It sounds like you also want all the other parts so I'll list the rest of the parts below for ya....
    view full answer...
  • D-Ring Rugged Ridge XHD Bumper Flat Tow Set Up For 2013 Jeep JK
    We have what you need. I will list them below for you. The Blue Ox Aftermarket Off-Road Bumper Adapter - 7/8" Pin # BX88357 for your 1 inch D-rings. The etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs # e47ZR. The Demco Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System w/ Wireless Coachlink Monitor - Proportional # DM86VR. The Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Wire to 6-Wire Straight Cord # RM-152-98146-7. The Curt High-Low...
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Safety Cables and Attachment Point Guidance for Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters
    Hey Terry, thanks for all of the information! If your aftermarket bumper doesn't have special loops designed for safety chains, you should attach your safety cables directly to the Jeep’s frame rails. You will definitely want to use safety cables along with the Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters for Blue Ox Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars item # BX88357. One way to connect to the frame using cables like item # BX88196 that come with Blue Ox tow bars, is to add extensions item # RM-910648-20....
    view full answer...
  • Parts Recommended for Flat Towing a 2006 Jeep Wrangler with D-Rings on the Front Bumper
    Hey Eric, thanks for reaching out! The parts I recommend for flat towing your 2006 Jeep Wrangler include the following: - Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7420 - D-Ring Adapter for 7/8" D-Rings # BX88357 or 1" D-Rings # BX88358 - Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 - Brake-Lite Relay Kit # RM-88400 - Brake Buddy Select 3 Portable Flat Tow Brake System # HM39524 - High-Low Adapter (see attached article) Please note that you'll need to confirm with the manufacturer if your front...
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Flat Towing Set Up for a 2024 GMC Canyon Denali
    Congrats on the new truck Wayne! I would be happy to make suggestions but I wanted to address one of the parts you got with your RV. The Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters item # BX88357 that came with your RV attaches to specific bumpers rated to be flat towed that have D-rings. We do not have anything like that. Unless the new Canyon's come with an option for D-rings instead of tow hooks you'll need to find an aftermarket bumper or use a traditional base plate like item # RM48GR. If you...
    view full answer...
  • Can the Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar be Used with the Smittybilt XRC Atlas Bumper
    You are correct. You will need an adapter to use the Blue Ox Aladdin tow bar with the Smittybilt XRC Atlas bumper. We have exactly what you need. It is adapter # BX88357.
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Demco Tow Bar for Blue Ox D-Ring Adapters
    Maybe! It depends on what year bronco you have, what bumper is on your Bronco, and what model tow bar you're using. Are you using Off-Road Bumper Adapters like item # BX88357? You can add this information and any other questions you have where it says Reply to Jerred H and I'll be happy to answer them.
    view full answer...
  • Is There A Way To Adapt The etrailer XHD Tow Bar To Work With D-Rings On An Offroad Bumper?
    Hi Ryan! The etrailer XHD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox and Curt Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10.5K # e67ZR is typically a really good option, but in this case, it isn't going to be the best one. Unfortunately, there are no options available that will allow this tow bar to attach to those D-Rings without modifications to either the tow bar or the adapter, which would void the warranties. I can't recommend going this route. However, all is not lost. Check out the following adapters: Roadmaster...
    view full answer...
  • Will Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters Fit Smittybilt XRC Gen 2 Bumper on 2009 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
    Hey Steven! Thanks for the pictures and measurements. It looks like those are 1" wide with a 7/8" hole so the Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters # BX88357 will fit. The one thing you need to do is make sure that bumper is rated for flat towing. It may be a heavy duty bumper but that doesn't always mean it can be used to tow your vehicle. Do you have the rest of the parts you need for flat towing aside from the tow bar?
    view full answer...
  • Base Plate for 2014 Jeep Wrangler With 1 D-Ring Bumper Mounts
    We have exactly what you need to flat tow your 2014 Jeep Wrangler with an off-road bumper that has 1" D-ring brackets, the Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars - 1" Thick # RM-035-1. As the name of the product states, however, they will require a Roadmaster tow bar as there are no adapters to use with a Blue Ox tow bar. For this I highly recommend checking out the Roadmaster Falcon All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-522 because it has long arms...
    view full answer...
  • Need Tow Bar Setup For 2013 Jeep Wrangler Sport With Aftermarket Bumper
    Hello Doug, thanks for reaching out. It is possible to connect a tow bar to an aftermarket bumper with D-rings. Blue Ox actually makes D-ring adapters that work with their tow bars. Take a look at the following: - Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters for Blue Ox Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars - 7/8" D-Rings # BX88357 - Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters for Blue Ox Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars - 1" D-Rings # BX88358 I believe this is what you are looking for but if your bumper has a different kind...
    view full answer...
  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon with a Smittybilt XRC Gen 2 Bumper
    I am really sorry about the delay in getting back to you! I sent all of this to our base plate manufacturers and currently they don't have a base plate that will fit your bumper but if you can get me the dimensions of the d-rings on your bumper I can see if one of the D-ring adapters we have will fit. I'd need the thickness or width of them as well as the diameter of the hole.
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • Will Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters Work With Aventa Tow Bar?
    Hello Rob, thanks for reaching out. Yes, the Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters will indeed work with your Aventa tow bar. You will just need to select the correct adapter based on your D-ring opening size. Here are the options: - Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters for Blue Ox Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars - 1" D-Rings # BX88358 - Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters for Blue Ox Motorhome Mounted Tow Bars - 7/8" D-Rings # BX88357
    view full answer...
  • Blue Ox Baseplate Adapter Needed To Mount Directly To A Jeep Wrangler Bumper
    Hey Kirk, Blue Ox offers a couple of different adapters that you could potentially use with your Wrangler's bumper. If you have D-Rings on your bumper that are rated for flat towing you could use the # BX88357 (7/8" Thick D-Rings) or # BX88358 (1" Thick D-Rings). They also offer the Blue Ox Heavy-Duty Universal Bolt-On Base Plate Brackets # BX88266, which can be bolted to the bumper and allow you to connect to a Blue Ox or Curt tow bar. I wasn't able to find any other adapters from...
    view full answer...
  • Blue Ox Base Plate For Flat Towing A 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK Sport With Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar
    Hi Tim! We have a few base plate options available for your 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK Sport that can be used with your Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar # BX7420. There are a few guidelines for the fitment, but I have those listed below: Rubicon Hard Rock Edition or Recon Edition and ARB Stubby Bar (does not fit if equipped with a Quadratec QRC Front Winch Ready Stubby bumper): Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1134 Standard Factory Bumper with no winches or guards (does not fit the Hard Rock...
    view full answer...
  • Can Reese Universal Tow Bar be Used to Flat Tow a 2022 Gladiator with Maximus 3 Loops?
    Hey Nelson, We don't have any adapters for that tow bar but according to my research your Maximus 3 loops will work with a 7/8" Pin for a tow bar, or a tow bar compatible with 3/4" D-Rings. For that, I recommend going with the Blue Ox Acclaim Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX4330 and Blue Ox Off-Road Bumper Adapters # BX88357. This still fits but it isn't as pricey as the standard hitch-mounted tow bars that we also offer, which I think is what you were shooting for. Do you have all of the parts...
    view full answer...
  • Is It Possible to Flat Tow 2020 Jeep Wrangler with Aftermarket Bumper with Winch Bracket
    Hey Chris, do you have a Blue Ox base plate kit installed already? If not what your best option would be would be to go with a front bumper with a winch mount in it like you need and since those bumpers have D-rings on the front of them to then just go with the correct D-ring adapter for a Blue Ox tow bar like the part # BX88357 for if they are 7/8 inch diameter or part # BX88358 for if they are 1 inch diameter.
    view full answer...
  • Blue Os Base Plate For A 2025 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited JL
    Hi John! We have the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1139 for your 2025 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited JL, but it will install the same way as the one on your '08 model (see first included picture). The only way to get away from that would be if you had the off-road bumper that had D-Rings ( # BX88357 for 7/8" or # BX88358 for 1"). The # BX1139 does also include attachment points for the wiring plug and a break away switch, so I guess there is that. If you don't mind going with...
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Flat Towing Setup for a 2025 Jeep Wrangler
    Hey Dennis, congrats on the new Jeep. You have to have a baseplate like item # BX1139 or a bumper rated to be flat towed with and then use an adapter like item # BX88357 to flat tow your 2025 Jeep Wrangler. Not all bumpers are rated to be flat towed. If you go the route of an aftermarket bumper with the intention of using it to flat tow you must make sure it's rated to be used this way. Here are the rest of the parts you'll need to flat tow your 2025 Jeep Wrangler: Tow Bar and Safety...
    view full answer...
  • Do Blue Ox D-Ring Adapters Work on Curt Tow Bars
    Hey Kent, no the Blue Ox 7/8 inch D-ring adapter part # BX88357 that you referenced will not fit on a Curt tow bar as they are configured opposite where the arms connect to the attachment tabs of the tow bar. Do you have a tow bar already? If you not you'd need one like the Avail part # BX7420.
    view full answer...


< Previous
123. . .8




Info for this part was:

Employee Mike L
Expert Research:
Mike L
Employee Jameson C
Expert Research:
Jameson C
Employee Victoria B
Expert Research:
Victoria B
Employee Lindsey S
Written by:
Lindsey S
Employee Joshua S
Video Edited:
Joshua S
Employee Kathleen M
Installed by:
Kathleen M
Employee Conner L
Installed by:
Conner L
Employee Andy C
Installed by:
Andy C
Employee Wilson B
Updated by:
Wilson B
Employee Mike S
Updated by:
Mike S
Employee Michael B
Updated by:
Michael B
Employee Noah M
Updated by:
Noah M
Employee Amanda K
Updated by:
Amanda K
Employee Jonathan Y
Video by:
Jonathan Y

At etrailer we provide the best information available about the products we sell. We take the quality of our information seriously so that you can get the right part the first time.


Product Experts Available Now!
Call 1-800-940-8924