Could Blue Ox Base Plate Kit be Used as Recovery Point for Vehicle

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Could this baseplate be used for the front recovery tow points that the Ford failed to provide on the 2015 - 2019 Transit 150 - 250 - 350 van? After all, it is designed for towing the van as a dinghy behind a tow vehicle.

asked by: Jon F

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Expert Reply:

Yes, while maybe not the most ideal recovery point you could use the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BX2655 as a recovery point as it is designed to be strong enough to move the weight of the vehicle.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Hello Lester, thanks for reaching out. The EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH79CR is the correct fit for the 2020 Ford Transit T350 Dually AWD with adaptive cruise control. EcoHitch does not call out the adaptive cruise control…

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Answer 2

On the Blue Ox base plate kit that fits your 2006 Jeep Liberty #BX1122 there are tabs that are designed for the safety chain setup of the tow bar setup to attach to. Those could be used as a recovery point in an emergency but there aren't any…

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Answer 3

No, you can't. Those hooks are only for recovery or pulling something they're not rated to be flat towed with. You are actually going to have to remove them to install a base plate kit on your 2023 Ford Bronco. Since you have a Blue Ox Alpha…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 6

Hi Paul; the EcoHitch #EH69CR will not fit your 2023 Ford Transit T350 since it is not compatible with EcoBoost models. The only option is to use the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #EH79CR.

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Answer 7

When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Answer 8

Good afternoon Nathan, that's a great question! You can use the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers #e38FV with a 3" to 2" reducer adapter like Buyers Products 3" to 2" Receiver Tube Adapter…

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Answer 9

No, Thomas it does not have any weight limitations. The etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers item #e38FV attaches directly to the lip of your vehicle's hitch. Doing so allows it to limit the movement of the ball mount or…

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Answer 10

Hey Mark, yes you can use the etrailer anti rattle device part #e38FV when towing a travel trailer. It will hold the ball mount that is being used tight to the hitch to eliminate any movement. What travel trailer do you have?

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Answer 11

Hey Fred, that's a great question but you can leave the etrailer anti-rattle hitch collar part #e38FV on your hitch and you won't have to worry about it falling off without a ball mount installed.

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Answer 12

Hey James, you can go with a 4k axle leaf spring like the part #e22YR in place of what you have now while it has a slightly higher weight capacity it's not enough that it would create a harsh ride quality. This is a 26 inch long spring though so…

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