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Custom designed to fit your GMC Sierra 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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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.
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.
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.etrailers customer service is excellent. The item was back ordered, the customer service folks kept me informed on the projected delivery the entire time. And the Blue Ox part are really high quality. Only one minor issue, the bolts, nuts and washers bag was opened and the box had a large crack. Lost a few small pieces, not a big deal I have plenty of spares in the shop. Thanks etrailer
Nice equipment. Took me 3 hours to put on. Had to cut the bumper with a torch it went across the holes. Other than that it was pretty simple. Should work great. Planning on traveling and pulling our truck 4 down with our motorhome.
I installed these on my 2008 chevy Silverado 1500 4X4. Tow hooks were fairly easy to remove and the base plates fit great. Drilling the frame for the back bolts was interesting but not bad. You need a angle drill for the passenger side hole and a good 1/2 inch drill bit. Minor trimming of the bumper was easy with a razor blade knife.
Much easier install than I expected. I put this on my 2010 Chevrolet Silverado and the fit was perfect. I followed directions and drilled the two holes (one on each side). All the hardware was included. I have had no problems since the installation. I have pulled my truck to Florida twice and a few shorter trips without a hitch (pun intended)
Installation was a pain but we did manage and instructions were good. Quick ship and properly packaged.
Onchuck H.
10/6/2013
I have a 2014 GMC 1500 crew shortbed 4x4.Looking for a blue ox base plate, but seem to be conflicting results on which one to order. Any help? Thanks
etrailer has been fantastic to work with...email traffic after the sale was timely and informative as to when my items would ship, when they would arrive and then follow up if I was satisfied...this base plate assembly was easy to install...I utilized the provided directions and videos provided on this site and others...happy with the service, happy with the product, will order again
The installation of the base plate(s) was simple. We only had to make a slight modification that required grinding one side of the unit due to a protruding tab on the vehicle where the plate slides in. Aside from that it was about a 2 hour project.
I was expecting a little better judging by all the great reviews. Fitment was average and the hardware was adequate. The inserts required minor sanding to clear a pinched area of the frame to make it go in far enough to line up with the existing tow hook holes.
Using the safety cable bracket as a template, a 90 degree drill is not required on the passenger side installation like some have mentioned. Also I elected to shorten the bolt that runs vertically into the frame .265” instead of stacking four 1/2” flat washers per side (which were not in the hardware kit anyways) and a 1/2” washer wouldn’t slide over the shoulder of the bolt directly under the head. All in all it’s a great product and I have no doubt it will do the job without issue.
works great
easy install by instructions to the letter. could not have be more pleased.
Easy to connect and disconnect.
I received my order without delay. Waiting for my son to help me install the base plate.
We enjoyed prompt delivery and excellent fit to our GMC Sierra.
Irvine D.
1/25/2019
The product works well and we have the same thing on our Jeep Wrangler. The common thread on both purchases is that Etrailer is fantastic to work with. The provide installation support and develop a relationship with customers that goes far beyond a singular purchase. The blue ox product is an example of the fine products they offer and their support is exceptional
The order was complete. Product was extremely durable stay out and installed well really pleased with my purchase.
Worked great on my 2011 GMC Sierra.
Very strong
Got it today and took me about an hour to install it great part. However I have been a Master tech for over 45 years lol great company thanks
parts were received promptly.
The size of the box terrified me but I had to do this one myself.
This project is not for the faint of heart. When you think about what could go wrong you could wet yourself. I went with my gut and just opened the box. Hmmm, packaged very well with everything you need for the install. No going to the hardware store for this or that. Sat there with a cold sarsaparilla and read the very detailed instructions, went back to the etrailer web site and checked out some vids and pics. Hmm, it didn’t seem that daunting of a job. On my 04 Lexus GX470 most of the holes were drilled. Before I knew it 5 hours had past and I owned a toad! I took it to my local Rv service center for an inspection and it was deemed safe to use.
This thing is awesome, tracs straight as an arrow.
Now, I have to figure out this diode lighting kit. Camping is fun! Yah!!! :) Noah and etrailer made this a tolerable project. I urge everyone to take advantage of the resources that are on this sight. I always learn something when I’m there. See y’all on the trail….Rod
Well, I'm glad I'm good with tools, grinders, drills, and such. It was not just bolt-on dal. The car grill was able to be used any longer as it was too tight of a fit. Some of the lower fascia had to be trimmed and also removed OEM nuts from the front, the angle wouldn't allow the stock nuts to work. But in the end, I got to work out. So prepare to spend around 4-6 hours playing with it to get it to work. I am positive it's going to work as intended.
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Thomas
1/31/2021
works great. Easy to hook up.