Tow Bar Baseplates -- Frequently Asked Questions
Picking the right baseplate is the foundation of a safe flat tow. Here are the questions our customers ask most. If you do not see yours, call us at 877-736-2267 -- we will confirm the exact baseplate for your vehicle.
What is a baseplate and why do I need one?
A baseplate is the custom bracket that bolts to the frame of your towed vehicle and gives your tow bar a strong, safe place to connect. Each baseplate is built for a specific year, make, and model, so it lines up with your vehicle's factory mounting points. It is the foundation the whole tow system relies on.
How do I find the right baseplate for my vehicle?
Baseplates are matched to your exact year, make, and model. Tell us what you drive and we will confirm the correct one before you order. Using the baseplate made for your vehicle is what keeps the connection safe.
Will my baseplate work with any tow bar?
It needs to match. Blue Ox, Roadmaster, and Demco each use their own connection style, but the good news is many tow bars come in versions that fit more than one baseplate brand -- so you are often not locked in. Tell us your baseplate and tow bar and we will confirm they pair correctly.
Is a baseplate hard to install?
Most baseplates bolt to existing frame points and take a few hours with basic hand tools. Some vehicles need minor trimming of a front fascia panel, which the instructions walk you through. If you would rather not tackle it, most RV service centers and hitch shops install baseplates.
Will a baseplate hurt my vehicle or its appearance?
A properly installed baseplate bolts to the frame and is designed to stay out of sight -- when the tow bar is removed, only small connection tabs remain visible, and on many vehicles a removable cover hides them. It does not affect how your vehicle drives. Always follow the included instructions.
Do you ship to Canada, and how fast?
We ship across the United States and Canada. Most orders leave our warehouse within one business day, and orders over $100 ship free to the lower 48 states.
More About Tow Bar Baseplates
The baseplate is where every safe flat tow begins. Because it is engineered for one specific vehicle, the right baseplate spreads towing forces into the frame exactly where the vehicle is built to handle them. That is why matching it to your year, make, and model matters more than any other single choice in your setup.
At RV CampChamp we carry baseplates from Blue Ox, Roadmaster, and Demco, and we are glad to confirm the correct fit before you buy. We are an authorized Blue Ox and Roadmaster dealer, BBB A+ rated, with a 96.5 customer satisfaction score and free shipping on orders over $100.
Safe and easy starts here. Tell us what you drive and what you tow, and we will make sure the foundation is right.
Need the exact baseplate for your vehicle?
877-736-2267
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