Compatibility of Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar with Bolt On Base Plate Bracket Kit
Question:
Will your blue ox 7365 tow bar work with blue ox BX88230 mounting brakcets? thanks for any info.
asked by: Stu D
Expert Reply:
The Blue Ox Bolt-On Base Plate Bracket Kit - 5,000 lbs # BX88230 is compatible with the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380. I recommend using locks like # BX88101 or # BX88177 if you use a high-low adapter to secure your investment.
To complete your flat towing setup, I recommend the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267 which will give you a clean connection and also utilize your vehicle wiring while protecting it.
Finally, you will need a supplemental braking system. I recommend the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251. This is an extremely reliable system that is easy to install and becomes plug and play after the initial adjustment at installation.
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Blue Ox Base Plate and Tow Bar Receiver Lock Kit - Keyed Alike - Qty 3
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
- Tow Bar
- Locks
- Keyed Alike
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Base Plate, Tow Bar Receiver, and High-Low Adapter Lock Kit - Keyed Alike - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
- Tow Bar
- Locks
- Keyed Alike
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Universal Bolt-On Base Plate Brackets - 5,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Base Plates
- Brackets
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Blue Ox Alpha 2 Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,500 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6500 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Blue Ox
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