Tow Bar Base Plate Specs:
Base Plate Features:
Removable drawbars, held in place with a pin and clip, make the baseplates virtually invisible when not towing the car.
Installation Notes:
Requires temporary removal of bumper, fascia, and/or grille during installation
Tow hooks, if present, will be removed and remain off the vehicle after installation.
Drilling through vehicle frame required for installation
Product does not fit models with brush guard
Check towability with manufacturer.
Tech Tip:
If your vehicle has a skid plate, the corners will need to be trimmed.
More Information >Tow Bar Base Plate Specs:
Base Plate Features:
Installation Notes:
Requires temporary removal of bumper/fascia during installation
Installation requires some minor drilling
Requires some trimming of the belly pan
Tow hooks must be removed and remain off the vehicle after installation
Product does not fit models with brush guard
More Information >Tow Bar Base Plate Specs:
Base Plate Features:
Tow Bar Base Plate Specs:
Base Plate Features:
Designed for full size pickups and SUVs. Heavy duty frames of those vehicles eliminate the need for a crossbar, making installation of the tow bar easier. Removable drawbars make the baseplates virtually invisible when you're not towing the vehicle. MX base plates only work with tow bars that slide into a 2" trailer hitch.
Installation Notes:
Requires temporary removal of bumper, fascia, and/or grille during installation
Tow hooks, if present, will be removed and remain off the vehicle after installation.
Drilling through vehicle frame required for installation
Product does not fit models with brush guard
Check towability with manufacturer.
Tech Tip:
If your vehicle has a skid plate, the corners will need to be trimmed.
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