Adapting Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar to Demco Base Plates on 2007 Saturn Vue
Updated 08/28/2014 | Published 08/27/2014
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I have a blue ox alpha tow bar. Can I use my alpha with a car equipped with a demco base plate or do I need to buy a new baseplate?
asked by: Joe
Expert Reply:
You'll need a new base plate, I'm sorry to say. There's not an adapter available that would allow your Demco base plates to work with the Alpha tow bar. I'd recommend the Blue Ox # BX3335 base plates.
If you don't already have a wiring option, I'd also recommend the Roadmaster # RM-155, which involves installing a separate bulb in the taillight assembly of the Vue.
Most states require a supplemental braking system like the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR.
I've linked you to some articles about flat towing that you might find helpful.
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Blue Ox Alpha Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 8,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount
- Telescoping - Non-Binding
- Steel
- 8500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Cables Included
- Blue Ox
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