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Blue Ox Baseplates
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Blue Ox Removable Tab Baseplates:
Tow with Confidence,
Built for Satisfaction
When it comes to flat towing, the Blue Ox towing system delivers unmatched reliability, and it all starts with Blue Ox baseplates. These beauties are engineered for ease, durability, and a perfect fit, making your Blue Ox towing experience seamless, whether you’re hitting the road for adventure or a cross-country RV trip.
Effortless Setup with the Blue Ox Base Plate
The Blue Ox base plate is a breeze, with removable tabs (on most models) that twist and lock into place in seconds. Connecting your Blue Ox tow base plates to your Blue Ox tow hitch or Blue Ox receiver hitch is quick and stress-free, so you’re ready to roll quickly. Installation? Just as simple. These Blue Ox baseplates bolt directly onto your chassis—no welding, no sweat. Custom-designed for your specific vehicle, each Blue Ox base plate comes with clear instructions and all the necessary hardware. Whether a DIY champ or a pro installing your Blue Ox hitch, you’ll be set up fast and towing confidently.
Built Tough for the Long Haul
The Blue Ox towing system is synonymous with durability, and the Blue Ox baseplates are no exception. Crafted from heavy-duty steel, every Blue Ox base plate is powder-coated and e-coated to resist rust and corrosion, ensuring your Blue Ox tow base plates stand up to the elements, from salty coastal roads to rugged mountain trails. This is Blue Ox towing at its finest—built to last so you can focus on the journey, not the gear.
Engineered for Smooth, Stress-Free Towing
What sets the Blue Ox tow hitch and Blue Ox baseplates apart? Pure engineering brilliance. These base plates are designed to spread towing forces evenly across your vehicle’s frame, flexing just enough to absorb road shocks without straining your suspension. This means less wear on your vehicle and a smoother ride for your RV setup. With a Blue Ox base plate, you’re not just towing—you’re towing smarter, reducing stress and enhancing safety with every mile.
Custom Fit, Total Satisfaction
Every Blue Ox base plate is custom-designed for your vehicle, ensuring a precise fit that integrates seamlessly with your Blue Ox receiver hitch or Blue Ox tow hitch. This tailored approach guarantees that your Blue Ox towing system performs at its peak, giving you peace of mind on every trip.
Why Choose Blue Ox?
With Blue Ox towing, you’re investing in a legacy of quality and innovation. The Blue Ox base plate combines ease of use, rugged durability, and innovative engineering to deliver a towing experience that’s second to none. Backed by a 3-year limited warranty, your Blue Ox tow base plates are built to keep you on the road, trip after trip, with total satisfaction.
Ready to elevate your towing game? Choose Blue Ox baseplates and experience the ultimate in Blue Ox towing performance. Get your Blue Ox hitch and Blue Ox base plate today, and tow with the confidence that only Blue Ox delivers.
     
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STARTING FROM SCRATCH?
TRAVEL SAFE
The Leading Cause of Tow System Failure is Towing Out of Level
Confirm the Hitch Height is Correct
High Low Hitch Adapters come in 2,4,6,8 & 10 inches
Also, 5,000 - 10,000 lb Towing Capacity
To See
For the second time our salesperson Tom George has helped us with the right fit Baseplateand assistance with the Blue Ox Custom Baseplate.
Thank you for all your help Tom.
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Six Reasons You Need Supplemental Brakes
Safety
Utilizing supplemental brakes ensures both vehicles brake in tandem, significantly reducing stopping time and distance.
This helps mitigate the risk of a panicked stop, a leading cause of tow system failure.
Supplemental braking relieves stress on the tow bar and mounting brackets, preventing potential catastrophic failure.
Incorporating supplemental brakes also helps reduce the chance of catastrophic brake failure
In a motorhome caused by sustained heavy braking.
Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
A Legal Obligation According to the American Automobile Association, most states and many
Canadian provinces now require supplemental brakes if the towed weight exceeds 3,000 lbs. (1,360 kg).
Non-compliance with these regulations can lead to serious legal issues.
Chassis Warranty
A Matter of Adherence. It is essential to note that failing to use supplemental brakes when required can void the chassis warranty.
Workhorse/Chevrolet will void the warranty if you tow more than 1,000 lbs. (454 kg) without supplemental braking,
and Ford has a 1,500 lbs. (680 kg) limit. Adhering to these manufacturer guidelines is not just important; it's a warranty-saving necessity.
Wear and Tear
Without supplemental brakes, the tow bar must absorb the total braking force of the dinghy, leading to increased wear and tear, like the action of an accordion. This can contribute to premature tow bar failure. Additionally, the motorhome brakes will experience less wear when supplemental brakes are utilized, as they are not solely responsible for braking both vehicles.
Industry Norms
It is worth noting that most trailers on the road, including fifth wheels, travel trailers, boat trailers, and semi-trailers, are equipped with braking systems. Given the significant weight being towed, including supplemental brakes for a dinghy is a widely recognized best practice.
Conclusion
In conclusion, using supplemental brakes when towing a dinghy is a crucial safety and compliance requirement in many jurisdictions. It also helps to protect the integrity of the tow system and chassis warranty while reducing overall wear and tear on the motorhome's braking components. Considering the industry norms and best practices, supplemental brakes are strongly recommended.
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Blue Ox Tow Bar Base Plate for Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon – All models with standard factory bumpers.
Question:
What do I need in order to Flat 4 Down Dinghy tow my 2008
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon behind my Motorhome RV?
Answer:
You will need three main connection components to Flat 4
Down Dinghy Tow your Jeep Wrangler Rubicon behind your RV, and due to the
weight of your tow vehicle, also I Supplemental RV Brake System.
- First, you will need a vehicle specific Blue Ox Tow Bar Base
Plate. In your case the base Plate is a
Blue Ox part number BX1126
- Next, you will need a Blue Ox Tow Bar, and unless you are
transporting RVs as a profession, RVCampChamp.com always recommends a Motorhome
Mounted Tow Bar. We always recommend the
RV Hitch Mounted units because it make connection a “One Man Job”. Just pull up your Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
within about three feet of the Motorhome Mounted Tow Bar, release the
telescoping independent arms, align the clevises, and pin them. All that’s left is to pull the RV forward and
let the self-locking Tow Bar Arms lock into place, connect the electric cable
and drive down the road!
- Blue Ox Aladdin Motorhome Mounted Tow Bar – 7,500 Lbs.
Capacity - BX4325
- Blue Ox Alpha Motorhome Mounted Tow Bar – 6,500 Lbs.
Capacity - BX7365
- Blue Ox Aventa LX Motorhome Mounted Tow Bar – 10,000 Lbs.
Capacity - BX7445
- Blue Ox Acclaim Tow Vehicle Mounted Tow Bar – 5,000 Lbs.
Capacity - BX4330
- Blue Ox Adventurer Adjustable Tow Bar – 5,000 Lbs. Capacity
- BX7322
- Last, but not least, you will need tail light wiring. For the 2008 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, Blue Ox
recommends the BX8869 Bulb & Socket Tail Light Wiring Kit, but you could
also use the BX8848 Diode Tail Light Wiring Kit. Both have their pluses and minuses and both
are universal tail light wire kits that work on a variety of vehicles. If you ever move into a 2013 Jeep Wrangler,
please note that the BX8869 Tail Light Wiring Kit does not work with the newer
tail light assemblies, you must use a BX8848 on the 2013 and 2014 Jeep
Wranglers. Keep in mind that tail light
kits do not include the coiled cable that runs between the RV and the Dinghy
Tow Vehicle, so you’ll also need a Blue Ox BX88206 - 7 to 6 Coiled Cable.
- This is optional, but it is required by law in most USA
States and Canadian Provinces. Many
fight the brake for what ever reason, but we think that is a major
mistake. Forget the law, you are adding
4,000 extra pounds to stop on an already heavy RV. Yep, it’s going to double your initial set-up
budget, but it’s cheap based on the protection it adds. We recommend looking at the following brakes:
- Blue Ox Patriot Portable RV Brake System – BRK2012
- Roadmaster EvenBrake Portable RV Brake System - 9400
- Roadmaster InvisaBrake Installed RV Brake System - 8700
- Roadmaster 9700 Portable RV Brake System - 9700
If you would like to take out the hassle of putting it all
together then just go with one of
RVCampChamp.com’s Blue Ox Compete RV Tow Package:
- Blue Ox Complete RV Towing Package For 2007-2014 Jeep
Wrangler With - Aladdin Tow Bar – BX-CTP-ALADDIN_BX1126
- Blue Ox Complete RV Towing Package For 2007-2014 Jeep
Wrangler With - Aventa LX Tow Bar – BX-CTP-AVENTA_BX1126
- Blue Ox Complete RV Towing Package For 2007-2014 Jeep
Wrangler With - Alpha Tow Bar – BX-CTP-ALPHA_BX1126
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