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2021 Ram 3500
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Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Item # C38FR
Retail:$603.95
Our Price: $339.12
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This custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to your vehicle. The main body remains hidden for a clean, unobtrusive look when your vehicle is not being towed. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT base plates part number C38FR or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all CURT products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms. Base Plates reviews from real customers.
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CURT Base Plates - C38FR

  • Removable Drawbars
  • CURT
  • Twist Lock Attachment

This custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to your vehicle. The main body remains hidden for a clean, unobtrusive look when your vehicle is not being towed. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware.


Features:

  • Custom-fit base plates provide attachment points for tow bar
  • Twist-lock tabs for easy installation and removal as needed
  • Concealed main body for OE look and seamless integration with the vehicle
  • Sturdy, dependable design
    • Spreads towing force evenly to minimize weight placed on suspension
    • Constructed of welded steel
  • Simple installation - no welding required
    • Bolts securely to your vehicle chassis
  • Physically tested to gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
  • Precisely welded for superior strength and fit
  • Protected by a durable high-gloss black powder coat finish
  • Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid Bonderite coating
  • Includes base plate and installation hardware (tow bar sold separately)
  • Compatible with Curt and Blue Ox tow bars


Specs:

  • Distance between brackets: 24"
  • Bracket height: 14-1/2"
  • Limited lifetime warranty


70102 Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Installation Details C38FR Installation instructions

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Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms - C38FR

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (18 Customer Reviews)

This custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to your vehicle. The main body remains hidden for a clean, unobtrusive look when your vehicle is not being towed. Simple, bolt-on installation with included hardware.

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2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited

Works just like the video with the green Jeep shows you.
The hardest part was getting the outside nuts off the bumper.
Use long extensions and a swivel and a short 18 mm socket.
Other than that it went smoothly. But my friend has a lift so it was a lot easier to do it all baseplate , wiring, and brake buddy cable.



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Great product instructions were excellent and the lady I dealt with on the phone was vary nice and vary knowledgeable! Thanks.



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This was a quick install on my 2011 Wrangler Rubicon. Contrary to the Q&A advice that the c38FR (Curt 70102) base plate does not fit the Rubicon with the base stock Rubicon bumper, it indeed does fit. The base plate tucks up within an inch or so of the bottom of the bumper. Base plate C33FR (Curt 70110) recommended by eTrailer and Curt for the stock Wrangler Rubicon would hang down 4 inches below the bumper and would not be a great look!



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I would have given 5 stars but I had two hardware malfunctions. The threads in one of the bolts was damaged and unusable and one of the backing plates wasn’t true and couldn’t accommodate the square bolt. I was able to substitute the bolt and using a drill widen the backing plate. The hardware was average or below quality, the plate is well built, instructions are clear and straightforward, the design is well thought out to include only minor mods to the skid plate, visually unobtrusive, installation was simple and easy using only hand tools and a drill. I would recommend this product.



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Easy install with great instructions! Looks great! Everything was included. The fish wires helped a lot!



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2015 Jeep Wrangler

Seems to be good quality. Easy install

John

7/17/2023

Works great, looks great and unobtrusive on my Jeep JK Economical as well



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Product came well packaged. Installation took about an hour doing it almost entirely by myself. Instructions were easy to follow. This is mated with the Curt Rambler tow bar.



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Janet was great. I was Sold some extra parts that I didnt need.



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Halley did a great job helping me !



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See what our Experts say about this CURT Base Plates

  • Adapter Needed To Connect A Demco Dominator Tow Bar To A Curt Baseplate
    To connect the Demco Dominator Non-Binding Tow Bar # DM9511008 to the Curt Custom Base Plate Kit # C38FR you referenced you'd just need to use the Demco # DM9523041. This adapter has the same spread as the arms on the Curt baseplate making it a compatible adapter. If you didn't want to have to use an adapter then you could switch to the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit # DM9519292 instead of the Curt # C38FR. If you haven't picked out the rest of your flat towing components then I have the...
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  • Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit for 2012 Wrangler
    The Curt Custom Base Plate Kit, # C38FR is a confirmed fit to your 2012 Jeep Wrangler but it does not appear that your older style Demco ExcaliBar tow bar will mate to it without purchasing additional adapters. And yes the bumper will need to be removed for installation. I suggest you go with a matching brand base plate to your already existing tow bar, such as the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit, # DM9519292.
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  • Is There a Curt Base Plate Kit that Fits 2013 Jeep Wrangler with Aftermarket Bumper
    The Curt base plate kit part # C33FR was designed for aftermarket bumpers whereas the part # C38FR was designed for factory bumpers so the # C33FR would be the kit to use with an aftermarket bumper like the Smittybilt you mentioned.
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  • Is 68 inch Safety Cable Set Right Size Flat Towing Honda Element
    A 68 inch long coiled safety cable set like the Roadmaster part # RM-643 would work really great with your Blue Ox flat towing setup. This is a standard length safety cable set and has more than enough capacity for your Element as it is rated for 6,000 lbs.
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  • Base Plate Kit For Falcon 2 Tow Bar RM-520 When Used On 2018 Jeep JK Wrangler
    The Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar # RM-520 is compatible with the Curt Base Plate Kit # C38FR. You will, however, need to use adapters - Roadmaster # RM-031. This adapter kit will enable the falcon 2 tow bar to safely connect to the Curt base plate. You will also need safety cables, wiring kit, and a braking system. If you do not already have these, I recommend # RM-643 safety cables, # RM-15267 wiring, and # BLU37TR braking system. I have included demonstration/installation videos for these...
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  • Correct Curt Base Plate Kit for a 2011 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
    The correct Curt Custom Base Plate Kit for a 2011 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is part # C33FR, not part # C38FR which is for other models with the standard factory bumper.
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  • Will Curt Baseplate Arms Fit Blue Ox Basplates
    Hey Fred, The attachment point on the Curt Baseplate # C38FR that connects to the tow bar is going to be the same but the how the arms connect to the baseplate will differ by baseplate model so you'll want to get arms that match the baseplate you currently have. If you want to let me know what you have I can look up the correct arms so that you can have some back up spares.
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  • Which Baseplate Require The Least Amount Of Fascia Trimming
    Looking at the compatible baseplates for your vehicle it looks like the two best options are the Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms Item # DM9519292 and the Curt Custom Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms Item # C38FR. The Demco Baseplate will be a 4" x 2" horizontal cut and the Curt Baseplate will a 4" x 2" vertical cut. I recommend the Demco Baseplate # DM9519292 because the horizontal cut will be less noticeable when the baseplate is removed.
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  • Correct Base Plate Kit for a 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 75th Anniversary Edition
    The Curt Custom Base Plate Kit # C38FR fits a 2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with the standard factory bumper. Since you have a 75th Anniversary Edition it has a special bumper I recommend going with the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit # 1444-3 instead. This is designed to fit the special edition bumper but it also has removeable arms so it will look nice and sleek when you aren't towing your Jeep. If you already have a Curt or Blue Ox tow bar then you can still use it with this...
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