Are the Blue Ox Universal Base Plates BX88266 and Avail Tow Bar Compatible with Each Other

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I am looking to tow a 9200 lb vehicle. Will this universal bracket work with BX7420 as it comes out of the box?

asked by: Fredy

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Yes, the Blue Ox Avail tow bar # BX7420 is compatible with universal base plates # BX88266 assuming that you can install the brackets so that they are the proper width apart for the tow bar which is 38 inches or less on center.

expert reply by: Michael H

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I reached out to Blue Ox and found that the Blue Ox Heavy-Duty Universal Bolt-On Adapter Tabs - 20,000 lbs #BX88266 should only be mounted with the original hardware. For the recommended spacing, they say it should be 2” up and down and 5-1/2” side…

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Since you have 3/4 inch thick D-rings you need the part #BX88357 since you have a Blue Ox tow bar. If you had a Roadmaster tow bar instead you'd want the #RM-035.

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If the brush guard on your 2009 Ford F-150 has a totally flat front surface that the #BX88266 could mount to and the manufacturer of the brush guard states that can tow the weight of your truck then yes, this could work for you.

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It sounds like you want to install universal base plates #BX88266. The Avail tow bar will attach directly to these without using an adapter. The bumper will likely need to be reinforced to use this type of set up. Professional installation is…

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When it comes to choosing between the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR and the Brake Buddy Select 3 #HM39524, these systems are extremely similar in their setup and functionality. Both of these systems provide proportional braking in a compact and easy to…

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Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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Hey Michael, The Falcon 5250 has direct-connect attachment points that hook onto a crossbar, if you remove the crossbar adapter then you'll be able to go with a direct-connect baseplate like the #RM77ZR (models with tow hooks) or #RM76RR (models…

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Hello Curtis. You can absolutely use an RV mount tow bar with your 2006 Ford E350 Van. For example, the Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar #BX7420 is compatible with any 2" hitch receiver. This could be on a motorhome, van or pickup truck. As…

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Here are the steps to prepare your 2023 Ford Bronco Big Bend for flat towing. The transfer case and transmission will be in neutral with the ignition off. This information is in your owners manual. Switching Neutral Tow On 1.Switch your vehicle to…

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Gladly! The difference between the Blue Ox Patriot 3 Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System BRK2019 and the Blue Ox Patriot Radio Frequency, Portable Braking System #BLU37TR is that the Blue Ox Patriot 3 RBRK2019 is older, no longer available, and…

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You have a good eye Richard, as there is not a difference between the etrailer and Demco base plates that fit your 2024 Ford Maverick: - etrailer Invisible Base Plate Kit e64FV - Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit #DM77YV Both will fit your '24…

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We do offer tow bar setups that can attach to the D-rings on the Warn Elite Bumper. Your will need to use a D-ring adapter to connect the tow bar. For the adapter you have the following options: 1" Thick D-Rings #RM-035-1 3/4" Thick D-Rings…

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