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High-quality steel construction for enhanced strength and longevity
Material: Steel
Color: Black
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
Upgrade your towing experience with the Blue Ox BX1738 Tow Bar Bracket. Exclusively designed for specific towed vehicles, this top-notch bracket is crafted from high-quality steel for maximum strength and durability. It comes in a sleek black color and sports a powder-coated finish that not only adds to its aesthetic appeal but also offers resistance against corrosion and wear. The bolt-on mounting type ensures a secure fit and easy installation. What's more, it comes complete with all the required hardware and comprehensive instructions to facilitate a hassle-free, do-it-yourself installation. Enhance your towing capabilities with the Blue Ox BX1738 Tow Bar Bracket.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 - 2021 | Chevrolet Traverse | Vehicles With Adaptive Cruise Control and Top Shutters Comes with Removable Attachment Tabs Install Rating 3 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 Towbar/Adapter To Utilize Car Mounted Tow Bar Tow Bar Adapters Not To Be Used On Vehicles Over 5000 lbs. |
The BlueOx Base Plate, Chevy Malibu Premier BX1738 (Part #FDRWBX1738) fits the following vehicles: 2019-2021 Chevrolet Traverse. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The BlueOx Base Plate, Chevy Malibu Premier BX1738 (Part #FDRWBX1738) fits 2019-2021 Chevrolet Traverse models. The 2021 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the BlueOx Base Plate, Chevy Malibu Premier BX1738 (Part #FDRWBX1738) is designed to fit the 2019-2021 Chevrolet Traverse.
The BlueOx Base Plate, Chevy Malibu Premier BX1738 (Part #FDRWBX1738) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
The BX1738 is a towing baseplate designed for 2019-2021 Chevy Traverse vehicles. It provides attachment points for a tow bar and includes integrated convenience links for safety cables. The kit includes the baseplate assembly, attachment tabs, safety cables, and hardware for permanent installation to the vehicle frame.
Yes, the BX1738 is designed specifically for 2019-2021 Chevy Traverse vehicles. The manual states it includes ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) and top shutters compatibility. 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 BX1738 is specifically designed to accommodate ACC systems. During installation, the ACC bracket is removed (step 10), the ACC wire loom is unsnapped from the shutter housing (step 8), and both are reinstalled after baseplate installation (step 18). The manual confirms the product includes ACC compatibility.
The attachment tab height is 15 inches and the width is 40.5 inches. These dimensions define the mounting points where the tow bar connects to the baseplate.
Required tools include: large vise grips, flat screwdriver, reciprocating saw, drill, Loctite Red, 3/8" drill bit, 5/16" nut driver, 2" hole saw, 7MM socket, 10MM socket, 7/16" socket, 7/16" wrench, 9/16" socket, 9/16" wrench, T15 Torx, and T20 Torx. A reciprocating saw is specifically needed to trim brackets on both sides of the vehicle.
The manual recommends the BX8848 Tail Light Wiring Kit for this vehicle but does not explicitly state whether it is included. Contact your Blue Ox dealer or call (402) 385-3051 to confirm whether the kit is included in your purchase or must be ordered separately.
The kit includes: 4 nut plates with 14" wire (61-5208), 1 center baseplate (61-8167), 1 driver-side baseplate (61-8237), 1 passenger-side baseplate (61-8238), 2 attachment tab assemblies (62-3468), 1 hex head bolt 1/4"-20 x 3/4" Grade 5, 2 round slotted head screws #10-32 1/2", 10 hex head bolts 3/8"-16 x 1-1/4" Grade 5, 4 hex head bolts 3/8"-16 x 1" Grade 5, 2 self-drilling screws #12-14 x 1", 2 hex nuts #10-32, 6 hex nylon insert lock nuts 3/8"-16, 1 hex nylon nut 1/4"-20, 6 flat washers 3/8", 14 lock washers 3/8", 2 lock washers #10, 1 electrical bracket, 2 class IV safety cables, 4 quicklinks 1/2", and 2 black cap plug receivers.
Blue Ox recommends that the BX1738 be installed by Blue Ox Dealers who are familiar with the product and have the equipment and knowledge necessary to do fit work. If professional installation is needed, Blue Ox Dealers can be found at www.blueox.com or by contacting (402) 385-3051. The installation involves drilling, trimming, and precise alignment work.
The following components must be removed: fascia cover (12 push pins), fascia (6 bolts from top, 5 bolts from wheel well edge on each side, 1 bolt at fascia joint on each side, 8 bolts from underside), windshield washer fluid reservoir (1 nut and 2 bolts on driver side), ACC bracket (3 bolts on driver side), shutter housing side pieces (using utility knife), and tail lights (for wiring kit installation). All removed items are reinstalled after baseplate installation except shutter housing side pieces.
Yes, drilling is required. The installation involves drilling multiple 3/8" holes: one top front hole on each side (step 13), two top holes on each side (step 15), one back hole on each side (step 16), and one hole on the front of the bumper on each side (step 17). A 3/8" drill bit and a 2" hole saw are required tools. Use a good quality paint to spray cut edges of frame to prevent rusting.
Yes, trimming is required in two areas. First, using a reciprocating saw, trim the brackets on the driver and passenger sides of the vehicle as indicated in step 11 to allow clearance for the baseplate. Second, trim the fascia around the convenience links and attachment tabs using a 2" hole saw to create initial holes for the attachment tabs, then trim as needed for the convenience links (step 21). The manual notes that some drilling and trimming is required as part of normal installation.
The manual instructs to trim the brackets on the driver and passenger sides using a reciprocating saw (step 11) but does not explicitly state whether this is reversible. Given that the trimming is described as necessary to allow clearance for the baseplate and the baseplate is designed to be permanent, this appears to be a permanent modification. Contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051 if you have concerns about reversibility.
The manual provides general torque charts for metric and inch bolts but states to tighten all bolts according to the torque chart provided unless specified otherwise. For the 3/8"-16 bolts used throughout the installation (Grade 5): torque to 33 foot-pounds. For the 1/4"-20 bolt (Grade 5): torque to 10 foot-pounds. All bolts must have Loctite Red applied to threads before tightening. Specific torque values for individual fastener locations are not detailed in the manual.
Yes. The manual explicitly states: "Be sure to use a sufficient amount of Loctite Red on all bolt threads before tightening." This requirement is repeated multiple times throughout the installation steps (steps 13, 15, 16, 17) and in the general information section. Loctite Red is a permanent threadlocker and is essential for safety.
Electrical work includes: disconnecting the temperature sensor on the passenger side by pressing the red button and pulling down the handle (step 6), unsnapping the ACC wire loom from the shutter housing and bumper on the driver side (step 8), removing and reinstalling the tail lights with the BX8848 Tail Light Wiring Kit (step 4), and reconnecting all electrical connections before reinstalling the fascia (step 21). The manual recommends the BX8848 Tail Light Wiring Kit for this vehicle. Ensure all electrical connections are plugged in and accessories are functioning properly before reinstalling the fascia.
The manual states that the baseplate is computer tested to your vehicle's GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). Exceeding this weight will void the manufacturer's warranty. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for your specific GVWR and towing specifications. Do not exceed the GVWR when towing.
Yes. The BX1738 includes permanent baseplate safety cables (2 class IV cables with 4 quicklinks) that must be installed on both sides of the vehicle. These cables 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 and must not rub against hoses or moving parts. These permanent cables are in addition to, not a replacement for, legally required safety cables attaching the towed vehicle to the towing vehicle.
The manual shows two recommended installation options: Option 1 uses a quicklink to attach the cable around the frame crossmember or frame of the towed vehicle; Option 2 is for baseplates with convenience link tabs. The cables must be secured to a solid piece of the frame. Do not mount the cables against wires, hoses, or brake lines, as this could cause fluid leaks or electrical shorts. Be sure the safety cables do not rub against any hoses or moving parts. If additional options interfere with suggested mounting, secure the cables to a solid piece of the frame as described in the General Information sheet.
If the baseplate is involved in an accident, it must be replaced. Do not use it again. An accident can cause unseen damage, and using a damaged baseplate could result in more damage or serious injury. Do not use the baseplate if it is damaged or missing parts.
Before reinstalling the fascia, ensure that all electrical connections are plugged in and accessories are functioning properly. Verify that the fascia fits properly around the convenience links and attachment tabs after trimming. Inspect all bolts to ensure they are tightened to the correct torque specifications with Loctite Red applied. Before each towing trip, inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts.
Before each towing trip, inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts. Use Loctite Red on all bolts and tighten to the recommended specifications. The attachment tabs should be removed when not in use. Register your product online at www.blueox.com to be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and recalls. Blue Ox offers factory service for a nominal fee to ensure your towing system is in proper working condition.
Blue Ox offers a three-year limited warranty from the date of delivery to the original retail purchaser. The warranty covers defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. Warranty coverage requires the customer warranty card to be returned within 30 days of purchase and a copy of the original invoice. The warranty does not cover incorrect or improper installation, improper use, modification, neglect, failure to maintain, misuse, accident, normal wear and tear, paint, or rust. The warranty is non-transferable. Register your warranty at http://blueox.com/warranty/.
Yes, the BX1738 is designed specifically for 2019-2021 Chevy Traverse vehicles and includes ACC and top shutter compatibility. If your vehicle's front looks different than shown in the manual, contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051.
Required tools include: reciprocating saw, drill with 3/8" bit and 2" hole saw, large vise grips, sockets (7MM, 10MM, 7/16", 9/16"), wrenches (7/16", 9/16"), Torx drivers (T15, T20), nut driver (5/16"), flat screwdriver, and Loctite Red.
Yes. Installation requires drilling multiple 3/8" holes in the baseplate mounting locations and using a 2" hole saw for the fascia attachment tabs. Trimming with a reciprocating saw is also required to clear brackets on both sides of the vehicle.
Torque 3/8"-16 Grade 5 bolts to 33 foot-pounds. Apply Loctite Red to all bolt threads before tightening. Tighten all bolts according to the torque chart provided unless otherwise specified.
Yes. The kit includes 2 class IV permanent baseplate safety cables with 4 quicklinks. These must be installed on both sides of the vehicle, routed to the frame, and must not contact hoses or moving parts. They supplement, not replace, legally required towing vehicle safety cables.
Before each towing trip, inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts. Ensure all electrical connections are functioning properly and all bolts are tightened to specification with Loctite Red applied.
The manual instructs to hold the fascia as close to its original position as possible, mark and trim the fascia around the convenience links and attachment tabs. Use a 2" hole saw to create initial holes for the attachment tabs, then trim as needed for the convenience links. The dimensional variations between vehicles can be considerable, and the baseplate may need slight tailoring to compensate for manufacturer tolerances.
The temperature sensor on the passenger side is disconnected by pressing down on the red button and pulling down on the handle. When reinstalling the fascia, reconnect the sensor by reversing this process. If the sensor does not reconnect properly or the connection is damaged, contact Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051 or consult your vehicle owner's manual.
The manual requires Loctite Red on all bolt threads before tightening. Loctite Red is a permanent threadlocker that prevents bolts from loosening due to vibration. If bolts are loosening, ensure you applied sufficient Loctite Red to all threads and tightened bolts to the correct torque specification (33 foot-pounds for 3/8"-16 Grade 5 bolts). Before each towing trip, inspect and retighten any loose bolts.
Do not use the baseplate if it is damaged or missing parts. If the baseplate is involved in an accident, it must be replaced and not reused, as an accident can cause unseen damage. Contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051 to order replacement parts or a replacement baseplate. Use only genuine factory replacement parts; do not substitute homemade or non-typical parts.
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