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2004 Ford Escape
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Item # BX1139
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Blue Ox Base Plates - BX1139
- Removable Drawbars
- Blue Ox
- Twist Lock Attachment
Custom designed to fit your vehicle so it can be safely towed behind your RV, this base plate has easily removable arms that offer a seamless look when you're not flat towing. Base plate bolts directly to your chassis, so no welding is required.
Features:
- Custom-fit base plate provides attachment points for your tow bar when flat towing
- Hidden design provides a clean, seamless look
- Arms remove with a simple twist when not in use
- Brackets won't protrude past the front of your vehicle
- Sturdy design spreads towing force evenly to prevent stress on your vehicle's suspension
- Integrated mounting points let you easily attach an electrical connector plug with bracket (sold separately)
- Receiver covers keep dirt and debris out of the base plate when arms are removed and provide a finished look
- Durable steel construction is powder coated to resist rust and corrosion
- Straightforward installation - no welding required
- Base plate bolts securely to your vehicle's chassis with included mounting hardware
- Sturdy lugs pair with Blue Ox tow bars to form a secure and reliable connection
- Adaptable for use with Roadmaster tow bars - adapter (RM-031 or RM-031-5) sold separately
- Adaptable for use with Demco tow bars - adapter (BX88310) sold separately
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Distance between brackets: 24"
- Bracket height: 18"
- 3-Year warranty
Simple, Hidden Design
This base plate's hidden design creates a clean and seamless look. The bracket arms are easily removable, creating a slick appearance when you're not flat towing. Because the arms can be removed, you also won't have to worry about banging your leg into any protruding arms when you walk by.
Attaching and removing the bracket arms is a breeze. To attach the arms to the base plate, simply insert them into the receivers and rotate them until they lock into place. Once you're finished towing and want to remove the arms, pull the pin to disengage the lock, rotate the arms, and remove them from the receivers. Finally, plug up the now empty receivers with the included receiver covers to help keep dirt and debris out of the base plate and provide a finished look.
Guide to Flat Towing
Flat towing your vehicle is much more convenient than using a trailer or a tow dolly. These other options take up much more storage space, leaving you less room both at home and at the campsite. In addition, securing your vehicle to a trailer or tow dolly can be a hassle and more time consuming than hooking up with a tow bar.
There are 5 basic components needed when flat towing a vehicle: a tow bar, a base plate kit, a safety cable set, tow bar wiring, and a supplemental braking system.
The tow bar links your towed car to your motorhome. It attaches to the custom-fit base plates that install on the frame of your towed car. Safety cables ensure that your towed car does not separate from your motorhome in the event that your tow bar becomes detached. Tow bar wiring allows your towed vehicle's signal lights to sync up with your motorhome's tail lights, which is required by law in most states. Finally, the supplemental braking system - also required in most states - brakes your towed car when the brakes in your motorhome are activated, preventing wear on the motorhome and decreasing braking distance for your entire setup.
BX1139 Blue Ox Baseplate - Removable Tabs
Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2018 - 2018 Jeep JL Wrangler with factory plastic bumper
- 2018 - 2018 Jeep JL Wrangler with factory steel bumper
- 2018 - 2018 Jeep JL Wrangler Unlimited with factory plastic bumper
- 2018 - 2018 Jeep JL Wrangler Unlimited with factory steel bumper
- 2019 - 2025 Jeep Wrangler with factory plastic bumper
- 2019 - 2025 Jeep Wrangler with factory steel bumper
- 2021 - 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe with factory plastic bumper
- 2021 - 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe with factory steel bumper
- 2019 - 2025 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with factory plastic bumper
- 2019 - 2025 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with factory steel bumper
Customer Satisfaction Score:
98% were satisfied with this product
2% of customers were not satisfied
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Customer Reviews
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms - BX1139
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (3019 Customer Reviews)
Custom designed to fit your vehicle so it can be safely towed behind your RV, this base plate has easily removable arms that offer a seamless look when you're not flat towing. Base plate bolts directly to your chassis, so no welding is required.by: Joseph03/03/2020
Jeep Wrangler
Just what I needed to flat tow my Jeep Wrangler. When I first received the base plate I was thinking about having it installed, but after watching the etrailer.com installation video I decided to do it myself. Couldn't have asked for a smoother install. The permanent base plate safety cables concerned me a little. I came up with a figure-8 over the frame that I think will work ok and I did secure it with some cable ties in a couple of spots.
Thanks to Nick at etrailer for the help and to the folks that made the installation video giving me the confidence to do-it-myself.
by: Wil03/30/2019
2018 Jeep Wrangler
We decided to purchase the Blue Ox set up for our 2018 Wrangler JL. The set up works very well and has been easy to connect/disconnect, so far. The instructional installation video was EXCELLENT and definitely contributed to making the installation a breeze. Thanks again etrailer. Only alteration was to the brake away switch. It seemed to stick out too far in front of the bumper, for my liking, so I added a stainless nut/bolt and two nylon bushings so it could swivel out of harms way when not in use.
by: Kenneth08/23/2019
First endeavor on 4 down towing a 2018 jeep Wrangler JL. Use to use tow dolly but couldn’t understand why we went that direction. This is a very stout piece of hardware. Installation took about 3 hours. Referred to etrailer’s installation video which was very well done. Only recommendation i would make is to specify that a 18mm DEEP socket is required to remove bumper. Very pleased with this purchase which arrived 3-4 days after placing order. No hesitation on using etrailer for all my RV towing needs. Great job etrailer!
by: Cheryl02/02/2023
2019 Jeep Wrangler
This is our second tow vehicle. etrailer made it easy to shop for our 2020 Jeep Wrangler Sport. We purchased a Blue OX base plate for our Mini Cooper previously and the videos make it easy to install. We use the Blue Ox Alpha 2 Tow bar and the Roadmaster BrakeMaster System w BrakeAway for RVs w Air or Air Over Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional. Can't wait to get the new Jeep set up.
by: Randy02/18/2024
Well made and easy to install, but torque specs on the 6 main bolts should be more clear. Also, it is not necessary to enlarge the lower frame hole to fit the wiznut. Instead, simply grind a couple of millimeters off 2 sides of the wiznut washer, and it fits right in.
by: Patricia 02/16/2024
E Trailer is definitely customer focused. They provide support during the purchase process but it doesn’t end there. I got a follow up email containing videos about my purchase the day it was delivered. Oh the they delivered 2 days early. I am so excited to have found a business that provides excellent customer service!!
by: Scott 11/07/2023
Good product. Installation was well explained and straightforward. We towed almost 10,000 miles in this first year with no problems. I did repaint where the arms go in twice this year to avoid rust.
by: Jeff09/07/2023
It’s a well engineered and thought out product. However, it’s meant to put on the front of a vehicle and get wet. A year later we have some black paint peeling and rusting around the outer holes and around both removable connection points. I’m disappointed for the price, but I don’t know a better product for this use. I suggest keeping a close eye on this and treat rust early on.
Jenny N.
9/11/2023
The base plate will experience nicks and scratches over time from road debris. We do recommend keeping a can of Rustoleum on hand to touch it up from time to time.
by: Thomas09/19/2022
Quality product. Solid, well built, perfect installation fitment. I installed this on a 2020 Jeep Wrangler JL and had no problems. Bumper and lower facia removal were easy (check out the online video...great instructions.) Base Plate installation was an easy, one-person job. (FYI I'm 72 and not in great shape, so if I say it was easy...it was easy!) Total time invested was about 2 hours.
by: Robert12/15/2023
Well made fits perfectly. I installed it myself very easy with videos.
by: Garyland05/09/2024
My order was received in great condition. These are exceptional people to deal with. Have ordered from them in years past and never had a problem. Ordering procedures excellent and customer service on a scale of 1-10, it is 10 without and glitches.
by: Jim01/09/2023
Package was a day late and box was ripp ed
Jim
1/10/2024
The product functions as designed. The one issue that was quickly discovered was the paintpowder coat is very cheap and started peeling off after just a few months of use. Called blue ox and they confirmed its a know issue and will not warranty it. So constant touch up to prevent rust is a must.
Mike L.
1/10/2024
@Jim We are disappointed to hear that! I read through the base plate warranty, and I'm sorry to say that the Blue Ox warranty excludes the paint/finish and corrosion. I wish we had better news for you.
by: Joe07/23/2023
The ease of set up and use is just fabulous. The only drawback for me is the battery life. We have used this on several trips and only get about 7-8 hours of use before needing a charge. So, if you are planning a long day of driving, plan to charge during a stop or 2.
by: Garland 09/11/2023
Received the baseplate today. Thanks for the help with this purchase.
by: Steve04/23/2023
Jeep
Well built. Nice addition to Jeep for towing. Clean looking after you get installed.
by: C.N.03/30/2024
Great service as always, fast friendly and great customer experience
by: Fredrick09/16/2023
Great product and easy to follow detailed instructions.
by: Harold06/17/2020
Product fit very well and instructions were very accurate. It does help to watch the video as well. This is the second tow vehicle I have used etrailer for but will probably have the Jeep Wrangler for a while now. I like how you don't really notice it when on the vehicle.
by: Charlie 02/28/2024
It got here fast
by: Richard 12/30/2023
Fit like a charm!
by: Kevin03/30/2023
2023 Jeep Wrangler
The Blue Ox Baseplate arrived in excellent condition. Thanks etrailer / Joshua!
by: Gerald 01/13/2024
Great guilty
by: Mike09/28/2023
Easy to install all the holes lined up. Two holes need to be drilled but are easy to get to.
by: Bath11/26/2023
Excellent product. Rapid delivery
by: Brian04/01/2019
Perfect fit and easy installation! etrailer installation videos made all the difference. Take the time to watch the professional installers and your installation experience will be super easy!
I thought about buying the baseplate direct from the manufacturer but after viewing the installation videos i knew etrailer's support from knowledgeable installers would be priceless. I also purchased the wiring kit and used those videos to guide me through an easy installation.
Thanks etrailer!
Brian
4/13/2020
Still working great after over 20,000 miles of towing. Quick and easy connect and disconnect.
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Joseph
3/4/2021
The base plate still works great and looks good too. No issues.