Demco Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms
Item # DM9517148
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2004 GMC Sierra
1500 HD
2500
3500
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2004 GMC Sierra - Demco Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms
- Demco
- Fixed Draw Bars
This custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to your GMC Sierra. No external crossbar means that only the base plate tabs are visible. Simple bolt-on installation with included hardware.
Features:
- Custom-fit base plates provide attachment points for your tow bar
- Hidden reinforcement means that less of the bracket shows
- No crossbar support beam or large, protruding brackets
- Sturdy, dependable design
- Spreads towing force evenly to minimize weight placed on suspension
- Constructed of durable steel
- Simple installation - no welding required
- Bolts securely to your vehicle's chassis
- Electrical bracket lets you easily mount a round electrical connector plug
- Instructions and necessary hardware included
- Compatible with all Demco tow bars
- Adaptable for use with tow bars from other manufacturers (adapters sold separately)
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Distance between brackets: 30-3/4"
- Bracket height: 17-1/2"
- 1-Year limited warranty
Tow Bar Adapters
If you have a tow bar from a different manufacturer, an adapter may be available. Demco makes adapters for use with other manufacturer's tow bars so that you don't have to go through the added hassle and expense of replacing your tow bar when outfitting your new towed car with base plates.
| Type of Tow Bar | Use Adapter |
|---|---|
| Roadmaster Eagle and Eagle 8000 | DM9523014 |
| Reese Tow Champ and Valley Industries | DM9523015 |
| Roadmaster Falcon 5250 | DM9523023 |
| Blue Ox, Aladdin, Aventa II, Aventa LX, and Alexus | DM9523034 |
| Roadmaster Tracker, Falcon 2, Falcon All-Terrain, Blackhawk, Blackhawk All-Terrain, and Sterling tow bars with serial numbers up to 14,500 | DM9523036 |
| Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain, Sterling All-Terrain, and Sterling tow bars with serial numbers 14,501 and above | DM9523062 |
9517148 Demco RV Classic Baseplates
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Customer Reviews
Demco Classic Base Plate Kit - Fixed Arms - DM9517148
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (214 Customer Reviews)
This custom-fit base plate kit lets you hook up your tow bar to your vehicle. No external crossbar means that only the base plate tabs are visible. Simple bolt-on installation with included hardware.by: Chris 11/10/2020
2006 GMCSierra
Great product..!! Remove GMC tow hooks & bolt in place.
Demco had originally said they were not available for my Truck.
Glad etrailer knows what they have.
by: Jerry 10/04/2021
Perfect fit, fast shipping and great se rvice!
by: Mark 09/23/2020
2005 GMCSierra
Delivered right on time. Fit perfectly.
by: Kent05/26/2024
The quality of this base plate is very good. On my 1990 Cherokee the spacing of the 1/2" bolt holes required me to enlarge the holes for proper fit. The instructions are shamefully poor quality as are the installation photos in the instructions. Demco needs to improve.
by: Randy05/14/2024
The base plates fit nicely but the covers are a poor fit. It would make sense to me that the covers covered the whole base plate.
Thanks, Randy
by: Gary05/23/2024
Unit works well on my 2001 Nissan frontier, have towed the truck a few times with no problems, good investment.
by: Smitty12/19/2020
Received on time and installed as directed. I'm 78 and only had one problem, that of having to bend down a tab on the vehicle frame. Had to go buy a punch. However, the left base plate front holes for the tow bar attaching pin was not in alignment. The pin would not go through. Contacted etrailer and received a replacement in no time. Removed the bad one and reinstalled the new one. Then took the vehicle to my hitch guy for brake wiring. He double checked my work and said everything was in great order and a good fit. With the virus lockdown, I have not towed other than home from getting the brakes set up. But that worked ok.
by: Robert 06/08/2024
The reason I didn't give a 5 star is ecause I had problems with the rust on the inside were the receiver. I would think the holding round stock should be made out of stainless. I have to grease the pins before I insert them.
by: Ace03/27/2024
Received shipment fast. I ordered the wrong adapters and call customer service right after delivery. Got excellent service from Brittany ordered the right adapter, got a return label while on the phone to my email. Installed the demco base plates with a few problems. Fit was tight but nothing a small mallet couldn't handle. They do mention in instructions that you may need to elongate one of the holes. Mine was for a 2016 GMC 2500. Definitely need to make hole bigger on the truck frame. I would do it before inserting the baseplate. Otherwise great product good tight fit.
by: Virgil 12/20/2022
Etrailer has proven to be the best place to purchase all my towing needs! They sent my first order very quickly. I decided to do a second order for another vehicle and again perfect service and top quality parts! The communication is A++++ and I highly recommend Etrailer.
by: Doug 04/18/2024
It took closer to 5 hours by myself!! Actually fairly simple install. If I had another one to do now it would probably take 3 hours. Some of the bolts were a pain with my large hands. It only pokes out a little. Very happy with this hitch!!
by: Michael W01/27/2023
Very high quality.
Very quick delivery.
Very good customer service.
I will order from etrailer again, I'm sure
by: Marcus08/28/2019
Great service - ordered Sunday night, delivered Wednesday lunch time, installed Wednesday afternoon. Excellent information, instructions - took about 4 hours, had to file 2 bolt holes a slight bit, but the fit was very good.
I am very happy with the baseplate and would recommend it to anyone.
Before and after pictures attached.
by: 06/03/2024
This is my second set of Demco tabless base plates. First for a 2019 Ford F-150 and now for a 2023 Ford F-150. I like the fact that they are easy to install and are are basically hidden. My only complaint is that Demco makes the mounting holes over size. I assume to aid in installation however it allows for the base plates to move around some after installation even when properly tightened. This caused some problems with the installation of my Roadmaster tow defender as the tow bar mounts spread apart.
by: Scott 09/02/2022
Towed our jeep 3,000 miles and this baseplate fit and worked very well.
by: Howard 12/27/2023
easy to install on the truck frame and the removable arms help hide the base plate.
by: Reto05/19/2019
After reviewing the top name brands for tow bars I was really exited first with Roadmaster's pin style base plate connectors, but when I realized that it would require cutting and possibly drilling I took a second look and decided to install the Demco base plates and get the tow bar from them as well.
These plates can be installed in a mere 2 hours if you have all the tools ready to go. I have the fortunate luck that my truck is equipped with the air suspension and so lifting it to the highest setting and driving up on 12in ramps gave me ample amount of room to work under the front bumper area.
The installation is seriously easy and requires no special tools, other than a set of metric sockets and a torque wrench. The factory tow hooks are removed and these base plates fit in the exact same space without any cutting, not even the plastic cover behind the pumper needed to be removed (though for some odd reason the instructions did and I followed them on the driver side but when I realized that I could install the plate without this step, I omitted it on the passenger side). Despite my initial worry of wanting a nearly invisible look, these bars are remarkably clean looking.
by: Vincent 07/18/2023
These base plates are AWESOME! They were very easy to install on my 2013 Ram 2500. I just removed the shackles that were there, and the base plates aligned to the existing holes perfectly. Connecting to the tow bar behind my RV was a simple and easy task. Make sure you use the Loc-tite that comes with the base plates on the new bolts. This will ensure you have a good strong tight bond. The plastic covers that come with the base plates are a good fit too. The only come off if you pull them off, plus they protect your knees if you happen to bump into the base plates by accident. This is an awesome product, I highly recommend.
by: TL07/02/2022
Demco is a great product. This is the third baseplate we have purchased for different vehicles. All have fit perfectly. It took me 1.5 hours to install this one on our Fiat 500.
by: Jim 03/18/2024
Super Service and parts fit perfectly.
Very good quality.
by: John 04/26/2024
Good service and bang on timely delivery, thanks
by: Stephen10/05/2021
Fast delivery and great price. Replaced an old Roadmaster baseplate (which was a shin-getter) for my Saturn Vue, with a Demco baseplate. Fits perfect! New baseplate is barely exposed to my shins. Directions were very clear, and I installed it in about 2 hours. It even came with the thread lock required. etrailer communicated every step of my shipment, even following up after delivery.
by: Don, Ellendale ND07/26/2023
Received my H3 Hummer baseplates and towing lights diode kit. Haven't installed yet but when it's done I hope to submit pics.
Dealing with etrailer has always been nothing short of outstanding. Always rapid delivery of great parts and excellent prices. Thanks once again etrailer.
by: Kyle 05/15/2024
Very happy with this. It shipped fast a lso.
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