Safety Cable Replacement Recommendation for Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar

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I need to replace the safety cables for my Blue Ox BX7380 tow bar. The cable that came with the bar is 8ft 6inch long but I cannot find a replacement of that length. Can you advise the correct cable for this tow bar?

asked by: Jeff

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Helpful Expert Reply:

For your Blue Ox Alpha tow bar part # BX7380 Blue Ox recommends the use of the safety cables part # BX88197 which are 7 feet long and have 10k capacity.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

We have exactly what you need! If you have the Bulldog Stubby Bumper on your 2017 Jeep Wrangler then you can use the Blue Ox Base Plate Adapter Brackets #BX88357 to attach to the tow bar. These will use the bumper and the 3/4 inch D-ring bumper…

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Answer 2

In order to choose the correct Blue Ox Aftermarket Off-Road Bumper Adapter for an aftermarket bumper you'll need to measure the d-ring shackle thickness and pin diameter. The max thickness is 1". There is then the part #BX88357 for 7/8"…

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We have a good solution for you. While the one you have looked t isn't going to work out you can use the Roadmaster Adapter for Jeep D-Ring Bumper Mounts to Roadmaster Motor Home Mount Tow Bars - 3/4" Thick part #RM-035 to get the job done.…

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Yes, the Lippert Components Power Stabilizer Trailer Jack #LC298707 that you referenced does include the switch and breakers needed to complete the install.

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Answer 5

The 6-Amp Auto Reset Breaker for Lippert Power Stabilizer Jack #LC134181 is self-resetting. It automatically will reset itself after the breaker trips. If the circuit continues to draw more amperage than the breaker is rated for it will constantly…

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Answer 6

The Furrion camera system we have is a closed system and would not be compatible with the in-dash display so you would need to purchase GM's camera system to be able to connect to your display instead of having another monitor. If you do end up…

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Answer 7

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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Answer 8

The first thing you'll need to flat tow your 2015 Chevy Malibu LS is a base plate kit like the Roadmaster part #RM-523178-5 that is a confirmed fit. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting,…

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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 11

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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Answer 12

Hey John, we actually have a supplemental braking system that was designed specifically to be used with the Spartan K2 chassis you have that has the Safe Haul system with the Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System part #DM54YV so this would be the…

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