Does Blue Ox Base Plate BX1143 Fit 2022 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk with Front Tow Hooks

Published 02/15/2023

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Question:

2022 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk with front hooks. Will the bx1143 base plate work with the Alpha 2 6500lbs towbar?

asked by: Larry M

Expert Reply:

The correct Blue Ox Base Plate Kit for a 2021 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk is part # BX1143. The Trailhawk models all have tow hooks which the base plate kit actually replaces so there will be no issues.

This will work great with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar part # BX7380 as well.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.