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{'Feature 1': 'Custom Design - The BX1146 is specifically designed for each towed vehicle, ensuring a perfect fit and excellent towing performance.
Material: Steel
Finish: Powder Coad
Color: Black
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
Experience the pinnacle of towing convenience with the Blue Ox BX1146 Tow Bar Bracket. This top-of-the-line product is meticulously designed to fit each specific towed vehicle, ensuring a secure and hassle-free connection. With its robust steel construction and superior powder coat finish, the BX1146 offers unmatched durability and resistance against corrosion. Its bolt-on mounting type ensures an easy installation process, plus, all the essential mounting hardware is included. Whether you're a professional or a DIY enthusiast, the Blue Ox BX1146 Tow Bar Bracket provides you with everything you need for a successful installation and a reliable towing performance.
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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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 - 2025 | Jeep Grand Cherokee L | No Lower Active Grille Shutters, For Vehicles With Adaptive Cruise Control & Shutters, Comes with Removable Attachment Tabs, Install Rating 4, Bumper Fascia Must Be Removed/Replaced During Install, Requires Some Trimming of Bumper/Fascia/Plastic/And/Or Grill, Minor Drilling Required, Baseplate Has Non 24 in. Spaced Attachment Tabs, Requires Motorhome Mounted Tow Bar/Adapter To Utilize Car Mounted Tow Bar, Tow Bar Adapters Not To Be Used On Vehicles Over 5000 lbs. |
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE L (Part #FDRWBX1146) fits the following vehicles: 2021-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE L (Part #FDRWBX1146) fits 2021-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L models. The 2025 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE L (Part #FDRWBX1146) is designed to fit the 2021-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE L (Part #FDRWBX1146) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, the BX1146 is designed for 2021-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L models with no Overland trim, no lower active grille shutters, and with adaptive cruise control and shutters included. If the front of your vehicle looks different than shown in the manual, contact Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051 before proceeding with installation.
No. The BX1146 is specifically designed for 2021-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L models with no Overland trim. It is not compatible with Overland models.
The attachment tab height is 18.25" and the attachment tab width is 22".
Blue Ox recommends that baseplates be installed by Blue Ox Dealers who are familiar with the products and have the equipment and knowledge necessary to do fit work. Blue Ox Dealers can be found at www.blueox.com or by contacting technical service at (402) 385-3051.
Required tools include: large vise grip, flat screwdriver, utility knife, Phillips screwdriver, torque wrench, drill, tape measure, 3/8" drill bit, 1/2" drill bit, 10MM socket, 9/16" socket, 9/16" wrench, T40 Torx, 8MM socket, and 16MM socket. You will also need Loctite Red for all bolt threads.
The kit includes: 2 existing 10MM x 35MM flanged bolts, 8 whiz plates with 10" wire, 1 baseplate, 2 attachment tab assemblies with holes, 1 electrical bracket with breakaway switch mount, 2 spacer plates, 1 1/4"-20 x 3/4" hex head bolt Grade 5, 8 1/2"-13 x 1-1/2" hex head bolts Grade 5, 2 #10-32 1/2" round slotted head screws, 2 10MM-1.5 x 50MM hex head bolts Grade 8.8, 2 #12-14 x 1" self-drilling screws, 2 #10-32 hex nuts, 1 1/4"-20 hex nylon nut, 2 3/8" flat washers, 8 1/2" lock washers, 2 #10 lock washers, 2 10MM lock washers, 2 class IV safety cables, 2 1/2" quicklinks, and 2 black cap plug receivers.
No. The bumper is removed during installation and remains off after the baseplate is installed. It will not be reinstalled.
Yes. The fascia is removed at the beginning of installation and reinstalled after the baseplate is installed. The fascia cover is also removed and reinstalled.
Yes. Drilling is required. You will drill a 1-1/4" hole on each side of the vehicle (Step 14) and four 1/2" holes on each side of the vehicle using the baseplate as a template (Step 18). A 3/8" drill bit and 1/2" drill bit are required tools.
Yes. Trimming is required on both sides of the vehicle. You will use a reciprocating saw to trim the frame (Step 13) and trim the plastic shroud (Step 15). You will also need to mark and trim the fascia around the convenience links and attachment tabs before reinstalling it (Step 23).
Measure 3" from the center of the top hole down. Using a 1-1/4" hole saw, drill the hole centering it with existing holes on the frame and the bottom of the 3" measurement. Do this on both sides of the vehicle.
The manual provides a torque chart showing that 10MM Grade 8.8 bolts should be torqued to 31 foot-pounds. However, the manual does not explicitly confirm that the 10MM x 50MM bolts (item 10) are Grade 8.8 or specify their final torque value. Confirm the exact torque specification with Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051.
The manual provides a torque chart showing that 1/2" Grade 5 bolts should be torqued to 78 foot-pounds and 1/2" Grade 8 bolts to 119 foot-pounds. However, the manual does not explicitly specify the grade of the whiz nut bolts or their final torque value. Use Loctite Red on all bolt threads and confirm the exact torque specification with Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051.
The manual provides a torque chart showing that 10MM Grade 8.8 bolts should be torqued to 31 foot-pounds and 10MM Grade 10.9 bolts to 40 foot-pounds. The existing bolts are factory parts; confirm their grade and use the appropriate torque value from the chart. Use Loctite Red on all bolt threads.
The baseplate is computer tested to your vehicle's GVWR. Exceeding this weight will void the manufacturer's warranty. Reference your vehicle owner's manual for manufacturer's towing specifications.
Permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended when towing a vehicle with a tow bar. They prevent the towed vehicle from breaking loose if the connection between the frame and baseplate fails. The cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member of the vehicle's frame and must not be mounted against wires, hoses, or brake lines. The two cables together must have adequate weight rating for the towing system.
No. If the baseplate is in an accident, it must be replaced. Do not use it again. An accident can cause unseen damage and using it again could result in more damage or serious injury. Do not use the baseplate if it is damaged or missing parts.
The BX8848 Tail Light Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle, but the manual does not state it is required. Consult with your Blue Ox Dealer or technical service at (402) 385-3051 to determine if it is necessary for your specific installation.
Before reinstalling the fascia, ensure that all electrical connections are plugged in and accessories are functioning properly. After installation, it is the owner's responsibility to inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts before each towing trip. Be sure to use Loctite Red on all bolts and tighten to the recommended specifications.
It is the owner's responsibility to inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts before each towing trip. Be sure to use Loctite Red on all bolts and tighten to the recommended specifications.
Yes. It is crucial to register your product online at www.blueox.com so that you may be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and/or recalls.
Yes. The attachment tabs can be removed when not in use.
Yes. Towing behind a non-motorized vehicle will void the warranty.
Yes, if it has no Overland trim, no lower active grille shutters, and includes adaptive cruise control and shutters. Contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051 if your vehicle front looks different.
Blue Ox recommends installation by Blue Ox Dealers familiar with the product and fit work. Find a dealer at www.blueox.com or call (402) 385-3051.
Yes. You will drill a 1-1/4" hole and four 1/2" holes per side, and use a reciprocating saw to trim the frame and plastic shroud on both sides.
No. The bumper is removed and remains off after installation.
You need a torque wrench, drill with 3/8" and 1/2" bits, reciprocating saw, sockets (8MM, 10MM, 16MM, 9/16"), T40 Torx, tape measure, vise grip, screwdrivers, and Loctite Red.
The baseplate is computer tested to your vehicle's GVWR. Exceeding this weight voids the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual for towing specifications.
Permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended. They must connect from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member and must not touch wires, hoses, or brake lines.
Ensure all electrical connections are plugged in and accessories are functioning properly before reinstalling the fascia. Inspect for cracked welds, missing parts, and loose bolts before each towing trip.
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