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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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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. 1-800-940-8924 to order Blue Ox base plates part number BO84FR or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Blue Ox products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms. Base Plates reviews from real customers.
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Blue Ox Base Plates

  • 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: 34-1/2"
  • Bracket height: 16"
  • 3-Year warranty


Simple, Hidden Design

Blue Ox Base Plate With Arms AttachedBlue Ox Base Plate Arms Removed

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.


Blue Ox Base Plate Removable Arms

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.


Towing Basics

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.



BX2682 Blue Ox Baseplate - Removable Tabs

Item # BO84FR

Installation Details BO84FR Installation instructions

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms - BO84FR

Average Customer Rating:  5.0 out of 5 stars   (5 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.

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2022 Ford Expedition

Look good, easy install.



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2020 Lincoln Navigator

They went above and beyond to get me the items I needed by the date I needed them.



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See what our Experts say about this Blue Ox Base Plates

  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2019 Ford Expedition
    I have been reviewing the base plate kits made for 2019 Ford Expeditions. Each of them require trimming out the fascia where the tow hooks would have went, or to remove those tow hooks. I would not be surprised if a little extra trimming in that area was necessary. You will also need to mount the 6-pin connector up in the grill area. While a little trim here, scuffs from safety cables there, and a couple screw holes would probably go unnoticed by most, an experienced appraiser will probably...
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  • Base Plates, Wiring Harness & Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2022 Ford Expedition
    We can get your 2022 Ford Expedition set up to be flat towed with base plates and a wiring harness, and I'll go ahead and list out all the parts required, including a supplemental braking system in case you need those as well. I verified these fitments with the manufacturer for you, though please note the base plates don't fit the Timberline model of Expedition (there are no base plates for the Timberline model). - Base Plate Kit: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BO84FR - Wiring Kit: Roadmaster...
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  • How to Use Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 Tow Bar With Blue Ox Base Plates on 2020 Lincoln Navigator
    So it sounds like you are just looking for a way to use your Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-422 with the Blue Ox base plates that fit your 2020 Lincoln Navigator, which are the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BO84FR. This is easy to do with a simple adapter, and the correct one for your tow bar is the Roadmaster Tow Bar to Blue Ox Brackets Adapter # RM-031. I have added a photo showing what it will look like with the adapter on so you can see how...
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  • Recommended Baseplate For A 2023 GMC Canyon AT4X
    I reached out to Blue Ox and was able to confirm that the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BLU85CR would be a compatible fit for a 2023 GMC Canyon AT4X. If you haven't picked out the rest of your flat towing components then I have the following recommendations: Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates # e47ZR. This tow bar comes with safety cables and an adjustable head/shank. Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267. This...
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  • Blue Ox Base Plate Kit that Fits 2020 Lincoln Nautilus
    I am not sure what you are referring to but the Blue Ox base plate kit part # BX2680 is a confirmed fit for the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus. For a really great tow bar to use with the the # BX7420 is very easy to use and well designed. For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with...
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  • Recommended Flat Towing Components For A 2023 GMC Canyon AT4x Towed Behind A Dodge Ram 3500
    To flat tow your 2023 GMC Canyon AT4X behind a 2014 Dodge Ram 3500 you'll need the following components: Baseplate: Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BLU85CR. This is the only option currently confirmed to fit the AT4X models, per Blue Ox. Tow Bar: etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox Base Plates # e47ZR. This tow bar comes with safety cables and an adjustable head/shank to help keep the tow bar level between the Ram and Canyon. Tow Bar Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil...
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  • Are Blue Ox Base Plates Compatible With 2019 Ford Expedtion With Adaptive Cruise Control
    I checked with Blue Ox and can confirm that your 2019 Ford Expedition with Adaptive Cruise Control is compatible with the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit # BO84FR. There are a number of other parts you will need as well in order to flat tow this vehicle, and I'll list the best options for you. - Tow Bar: Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar # BX7420 - Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 - Supplemental Braking System: Demco SBS Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System...
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