Blue Ox Base Plate Kit Recommendation for a 2012 Chevy Equinox

Updated 01/19/2015 | Published 01/18/2015

Question:

Hello, need help with tow base to car. I have a Blue OX tow system, had a permeant base on a 2005 honda CRV, sold that car, kept all the hardware. I am buying a chevy equinox, need some pointers. what base pate do I use? Can the old base plate be modified to work with the chevy? Can you suggest a place of business in the Denver/ Aurora area that can mount the base plate.???? Thanks for any help.........

asked by: Larry O

Expert Reply:

The base plate kit you had on your 2005 Honda CRV would not be compatible with your new Chevy Equinox. You will need to buy a new base plate kit for you 2012 Chevy Equinox to use with your Blue Ox flat towing setup. The Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX1689 is confirmed to fit all models of the 2012 Chevy Equinox so it will work for you.

I attached an install video for this base plate kit as well as installation instructions.

I also attached an FAQ article on flat towing for you to check out as well.

Base plate kits aren't super hard to install. They just take up a lot of time for the most part. Any qualified garage in your area would have no problem installing this kit. I would just recommend finding one with a good reputation.

expert reply by: Jameson C