Can the Blue Ox Hitch Receiver Immobilizer II # BX88224 be Used While Towing a Small Trailer

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I use his trailer to tow atv or riding mower. Is this product safe to use for these towing purposes?

asked by: Jim S

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Yes, the Blue Ox Hitch Receiver Immobilizer II # BX88224 that you referenced can be used while towing a small trailer as long as the hitch on the vehicle has a 2 inch opening.

We have confirmed with Blue Ox that you can use this product in towing setups.

I attached a review video for this product for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Hey Maurice, Blue Ox doesn't have a torque spec recommendation for the U-bolts of the Immobilizer part #BX88224 that you referenced and instead they just state to "tighten the whiz nuts firmly". Which if like me you didn't know what…

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Answer 2

Hey Mark, yes the Blue Ox anti-rattle device #BX88224 would be a great option for the hitch of your 2026. Thanks for the picture to as that makes it easy to see that what you have is compatible with this.

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Answer 3

Hey Jason. The etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar item #e38FV will stop any rattling or vibrations you're feeling that are transferred from your ball mount through your hitch. However, seeing as how you have a boat trailer I'm guessing what…

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Answer 4

Hey Gary, thanks for reaching out. When using the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar #e38FV, you will want to check the wing nut every time you tow. Anytime you change accessories, or load/unload you will want to check and make sure it is tight. As…

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Answer 5

I sure can Scott! I verified with Roadmaster that their Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit item #RM23DQ does fit the 2026 Ford Ranger Raptor. It can indeed be flat towed and there are no other restrictions. This baseplate kit comes with all hardware…

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Answer 6

Hey Ken, welcome back. There's no specific bracket or support made to hold up the Replacement Crank Extension item #LC1315411 when it's connected to the Lippert Spare Tire Winch item #LC159056. You'll need to fabricate some kind of…

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Answer 7

Hey Terry, the Blue Ox Avail BX7421 our part number #BLU28QV is the current version of the Avail whereas the 7420 was the initial version. Only real difference is the finish. The 7421 has a newer finish that's a bit more durable but other than…

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Answer 8

Yes, anytime you extend the connection point of a tow bar like the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 with a high-low adapter or dual hitch adapter you will need to extend the safety cables. For this, I recommend the Demco Safety Cable Extensions part…

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Answer 9

Hey Gino, you'll want to take a couple measurements to determine what shank you'd need from a Blue Ox Swaypro to allow your trailer to be towed level. You'll want to measure from the top of your hitch opening on your vehicle down to the…

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Answer 10

Hey Kaitlin, congrats on your new tow dolly! We have all the parts you'll need but there's not an all in one kit available to add brakes to the older Demco Kar Kaddy's. Brake Mounting Flange for 2-3/8" Round Axle item #4-35 -…

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Answer 11

I just heard back from Demco and their 12" Long Safety Cable Extensions item #DM9523064 are 1/4" in diameter.

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Answer 12

Hey Dave, sorry about the confusion! Realistically you can install the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Stabilizer #e99007 in either orientation so it's up to you. If you would rather it hold the ball mount down you'd put the plate on the bottom…

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