BlueOx Adapter,Universal Bxtab,Bolt On,20K BX88266Blue OxOriginal price was $699.99. Current price is $573.53.In Stock
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1. Versatility: Adapts any base plate to Blue Ox tow bars with cross angle, allowing for custom base plate design.
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Hardwar Included Yes/No: Yes
Color: Black
Material: Steel
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Unleash the versatility and strength of your towing system with the Blue Ox BX88230 Tow Bar Hardware. This general purpose adapter kit is designed to adapt any base plate to Blue Ox tow bars with a cross angle, giving you the freedom to custom-build your own base plate to suit your specific towing needs. Crafted from durable steel with a resilient black powder coat finish, this adapter kit promises sustained performance even in the most demanding towing conditions. The kit comes complete with mounting hardware, allowing for a hassle-free bolt-on installation without the need for any modifications to your vehicle.
Blue Ox is known internationally for recreational and commercial towing products, manufacturing in Pender, Nebraska since 1925. The line covers tow bars and vehicle-specific baseplates for flat towing behind a motorhome, sway control and weight distributing hitches, supplemental braking accessories and towing wiring, backed by patented designs and long-standing customer service.
Blue Ox has manufactured since 1925 and is recognised internationally for towing products and customer service. The company operates from Pender, Nebraska, where it grew out of Automatic Manufacturing Co., a business that started with cattle oilers and developed into agricultural equipment, tractor accessories and trailer towing hardware. That agricultural engineering heritage still shows in how the towing products are built, and the company holds patents across weight distribution, fifth wheel and tow bar designs.
Flat towing is the discipline Blue Ox is best known for. Towing a car with all four wheels on the ground behind a motorhome demands a system that stays rigid under braking, articulates properly over uneven ground, and connects to the towed vehicle at points strong enough to take the load. Blue Ox tow bars handle the first two, with self-aligning arms that latch under tension and release without a struggle when the load is off them. Vehicle-specific baseplates handle the third, engineered per make and model to tie into structural mounting points behind the fascia.
The wider flat towing range covers supplemental braking systems, safety cables and the accessories that make a complete legal setup, along with baseplate wiring and dinghy towing harnesses that pass lighting signals to the towed vehicle without back-feeding its electrical system.
For conventional trailer towing, Blue Ox weight distributing hitches with integrated sway control transfer tongue load onto the tow vehicle's front axle and resist the yaw that crosswinds and passing trucks induce.
The company describes its foundation as customer service, designing around what owners actually ask for, and it runs an RV park adjacent to the factory where customers can stay. Sister operations at the same Nebraska site include Automatic grain roller mills and MAD-RAMPS pivoting ramp systems.
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The BlueOx Adapter, Universal Bx Tab, Bolt On BX88230 (Part #FDRWBX88230) fits the following vehicles: 1959-1966 Jeep CJ3; 1959-1983 Jeep CJ5; 1966-1968 Jeep CJ5A; 1959-1975 Jeep CJ6; 1966-1968 Jeep CJ6A; 1976-1986 Jeep CJ7; 1981-1985 Jeep Scrambler; 1955-1958 Jeep Willys; 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
Yes, the BlueOx Adapter, Universal Bx Tab, Bolt On BX88230 (Part #FDRWBX88230) is designed to fit the 1959-1966 Jeep CJ3.
The BlueOx Adapter, Universal Bx Tab, Bolt On BX88230 (Part #FDRWBX88230) fits 1959-1966 Jeep CJ3 models. The 1995 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The BlueOx Adapter, Universal Bx Tab, Bolt On BX88230 (Part #FDRWBX88230) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
No. Most vehicle bumpers are NOT suitable for towing without modification and reinforcement. The baseplate must be attached metal to metal and to a flat surface. The bumper and bracket may need reinforcement. If you are not sure whether your bumper is suitable, consult a skilled hitch mechanic before purchasing.
No. The mounting brackets must never be attached over rubber or plastic. They must be attached metal to metal and to a flat surface. If your bumper is rubber or plastic, it is not suitable for this baseplate without modification and reinforcement by a skilled hitch mechanic.
Yes. Installation requires drilling four 17/32" holes in the bumper. The first two holes are drilled 10 9/16" to either side of the bumper center, then 21 1/8" to the opposite side. The outer bracket holes are marked using the bracket as a template and drilled afterward. If the bumper has a tube behind it, you must drill through both the bumper and tube.
All mounting holes are 17/32" in diameter. This applies to both the initial holes drilled in step 2 and the outer bracket holes marked and drilled in steps 4 and 5.
If the bumper has a tube behind it, you must drill through both the bumper and the tube. Use the longer bolts (1/2-13 X 6 1/2 Hex Head Bolts, part 201-0337) and backing braces (part 102-5461) provided in the kit instead of the standard bolts.
The tabs are not welded in the center of the baseplate and must be offset to the center of the bumper, as shown in the diagram. Ensure correct alignment before attaching the baseplate using the inside bracket holes and the bumper holes drilled in step 2.
1. Locate the bumper center and measure 10 9/16" to either side. From that mark, measure 21 1/8" to the opposite side. 2. Drill 17/32" holes at these points. 3. Attach the baseplate using the inside bracket holes and bumper holes, ensuring tabs are offset to the bumper center. 4. Mark 17/32" holes for the outer bracket holes using the bracket as a template. 5. Drill these outer holes. 6. Install brackets using all holes and hardware with Loctite on all bolts. 7. Install the tow bar and safety cables per their instructions.
The baseplate uses 1/2" Grade 5 bolts. According to the torque chart, 1/2" Grade 5 bolts must be torqued to 78 foot-pounds. Apply Loctite to all bolts before tightening. If using an A-frame tow bar, check that it moves freely up and down before final tightening.
The kit includes: 2 Adapter Plates (61-4260), 4 1/2-13 X 2 Hex Head Bolts Grade 5 (201-0283), 4 1/2-13 Hex Nuts (202-0005), 4 1/2 Lock Washers (203-0012), 4 1/2-13 X 6 1/2 Hex Head Bolts Grade 5 (201-0337), 2 Backing Braces (102-5461), 4 1/2 Flat Washers (203-0005), and 1 Bolt Bag (63-3445).
Yes. You must use Loctite on all bolts before tightening. This is a required step in the installation process.
If using an A-frame tow bar, check that it moves freely up and down before final tightening of the bolts. This ensures proper operation of the tow bar.
The BX88230 is a Class III Bumper Mount Type baseplate manufactured by Blue Ox. It is designed to mount to vehicle bumpers to enable towing. The baseplate requires drilling four 17/32" holes in the bumper and must be attached metal to metal to a flat, suitable bumper surface.
The manual does not specify whether professional installation is required. However, it states that if you are not sure whether your bumper is suitable for towing, you should consult a skilled hitch mechanic. The installation involves drilling, measuring, and torquing bolts to specification.
Do not substitute other devices if the pin and clip are lost. Contact Blue Ox or an authorized dealer to obtain replacement parts.
The BX88230 fits Class III bumpers that are metal, flat, and suitable for towing. Most bumpers require modification and reinforcement. Consult a skilled hitch mechanic if unsure.
Yes. Four 17/32" holes must be drilled in the bumper. If the bumper has a tube behind it, drill through both.
1/2" Grade 5 bolts must be torqued to 78 foot-pounds. Apply Loctite to all bolts before tightening.
The kit includes 2 adapter plates, 4 short bolts (1/2-13 X 2), 4 long bolts (1/2-13 X 6 1/2), 4 hex nuts, 4 lock washers, 4 flat washers, and 2 backing braces for bumpers with tubes.
Yes. Apply Loctite to all bolts before tightening.
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