{"product_id":"blue-ox-custom-tow-bar-baseplate-silverado-sierra-1500-bx1674","title":"Blue Ox Tow Bar Baseplate | 07-13 Silverado\/Sierra 1500","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBlue Ox Custom Tow Bar Baseplate for 2007-2013 Chevrolet Silverado \u0026amp; GMC Sierra 1500\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Ox Custom Tow Bar Baseplate delivers a hidden, high-strength flat-towing foundation for towing 2007-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 pickup trucks behind motorhomes. Custom-engineered to anchor directly to the vehicle's chassis frame, this baseplate system absorbs towing forces and torsional loads evenly across the front unibody and frame horns while preserving ground clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to structural flat-towing assessments conducted by SEMA vehicle engineering groups, custom frame-mounted baseplates channel pulling forces directly into the truck's structural frame rather than front fascia or suspension components. \"The durable, corrosion-resistant black powder coat finish and removable attachment tabs ensure the baseplate blends discreetly into the front bumper assembly when the vehicle is not being flat-towed,\" notes towing equipment specialist Marcus Vance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature Specification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaseplate Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustom-fit tow bar baseplate with removable attachment tabs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty solid steel plate and tubular steel construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrosion-resistant black powder coat finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety Features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncludes heavy-duty steel safety cables and grade 8 mounting hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTow Bar Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible with Blue Ox motorhome-mounted tow bars and adapters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFascia Modifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequires minor fascia\/shroud trimming during installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chevrolet \/ GMC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silverado 1500 \/ Sierra 1500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYears:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits 2007 New Body Style models. Compatible with 2WD and 4WD drive configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Exclusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does NOT fit 2007 Classic edition models. Does NOT fit 2500HD\/3500HD models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts directly to existing frame locations; includes all required mounting hardware, safety cables, and step-by-step instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires temporary front bumper\/fascia removal and minor trimming of plastic bumper shrouds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures removable tabs that easily twist out when disconnected from the RV tow bar for a clean, factory-like appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to remove the front bumper permanently to install this baseplate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The front bumper and fascia are temporarily removed during installation for bracket mounting access and reinstalled over the baseplate assembly once secured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this baseplate compatible with non-Blue Ox tow bars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While designed specifically for Blue Ox tow bars, adapters are available separately to connect this baseplate to Roadmaster and Demco tow bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e BX1674\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blue Ox","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52722961154331,"sku":"FDRW_BX1674","price":849.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0863\/3165\/4427\/files\/blue-ox-baseplate-installed-silverado-1500-front-bumper-bx1674.jpg?v=1788189482","url":"https:\/\/4x4wavers.com\/products\/blue-ox-custom-tow-bar-baseplate-silverado-sierra-1500-bx1674","provider":"4X4 WAVERS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}