BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate For Select Shutt BX1739Blue OxOriginal price was $699.99. Current price is $639.00.In Stock
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1. Custom Design: The Blue Ox BX2686 Tow Bar Bracket is specifically designed for your vehicle model, ensuring a perfect fit and superior performance.
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
The Blue Ox BX2686 Tow Bar Bracket is a precision-engineered towing solution designed for your specific vehicle. This bracket is crafted with a robust 'Bolt On' mounting type and includes all the necessary hardware for an easy, do-it-yourself installation. Its sturdy construction is enhanced with a durable Powder Coat finish, providing excellent resistance against rust and other harsh elements. With a Blue Ox base plate, you can be confident in the safety and reliability of your towing setup.
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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1 compatible vehicles
| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 - 2026 | Ford F-150 | Vehicles with Adaptive Cruise Control, Hybrid, EcoBoost, & Shutters, Comes with Removable Attachment Tabs, Install Rating 4, 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 For Select EcoBo BX2686 (Part #FDRWBX2686) fits 2021-2026 Ford F-150 models. The 2026 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate For Select EcoBo BX2686 (Part #FDRWBX2686) fits the following vehicles: 2021-2026 Ford F-150. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
Yes, the BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate For Select EcoBo BX2686 (Part #FDRWBX2686) is designed to fit the 2021-2026 Ford F-150.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate For Select EcoBo BX2686 (Part #FDRWBX2686) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, the BX2686 baseplate is designed for 2021-2025 Ford F-150 including Raptor, Adaptive Cruise Control, EcoBoost, Hybrid, and Shutter models. However, if the front of your vehicle looks different than shown in the manual, contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051 before proceeding with installation.
The BX2686 baseplate has an attachment tab width of 34 inches. Ensure the tow bar being used is compatible with this 34-inch tab width.
The BX2686 baseplate has an attachment tab height of 16.5 inches.
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 the Technical Service Department at (402) 385-3051.
Required tools include: torque wrench, drill with 1/2" drill bit, Loctite Red, 5/16" nut driver, 7MM socket, 10MM socket, 15MM socket, 21MM socket, 7/16" socket, 9/16" socket, 3/4" socket, 7/16" wrench, 9/16" wrench, and 3/4" wrench.
The kit includes: 4× 1/2"-13 Whiz Nuts with 10" wire, 2× Attachment Tab Assemblies with hole, 1× Electrical Bracket 90° bend, 5× 1/4"-20 x 3/4" Grade 5 hex head bolts, 8× 1/2"-13 x 1-3/4" Grade 5 hex head bolts, 2× #10-32 1/2" round slotted head screws, 4× M10-1.5 x 20MM Grade 8.8 flanged hex head bolts, 2× #10-32 hex nuts, 4× 1/2"-13 hex nylon insert lock nuts, 5× 1/4"-20 hex nylon nuts, 4× 1/4" flat washers, 4× 7/16" flat washers, 8× 1/2" lock washers, 2× #10 lock washers, 2× Class IV safety cables, 4× 1/2" quicklinks, and 2× black cap plug receivers.
Yes, the bumper must be removed for baseplate installation. The removal procedure varies by model: Standard models require removing three nuts from behind the bumper using a 21MM socket on both sides. Raptor and Tremor 402A models require additional steps including removal of the belly pan and bracket. Hybrid models require removal of fascia components. All removed components are reinstalled after baseplate installation.
Yes, the tow hooks must be removed. Using a 15MM socket, remove the two bottom bolts from each tow hook on both sides of the vehicle. The tow hooks will not be reinstalled. A rubber piece must first be removed from each tow hook.
Yes, drilling is required. Using the baseplate as a template, you must drill two 1/2" holes through the frame of the vehicle on each side (four holes total). These holes are used to install 1/2" bolts with hardware. Be aware of the dangers of torque and drill bit length when using power drills.
Yes, on Hybrid models only, you must trim the plastic behind the tow hook opening on the backside of the fascia to allow clearance for the baseplate. This must be done on both sides of the vehicle.
Yes, for Raptor and Tremor 402A models, the belly pan bracket must be reinstalled before installing the baseplate safety cables. Additionally, when reinstalling the skid plate, use the four provided shorter M10 bolts instead of the original bolts.
All bolts must be tightened according to the torque chart provided in the manual. For Grade 5 bolts: 1/4" = 10 ft-lbs, 5/16" = 19 ft-lbs, 3/8" = 33 ft-lbs, 7/16" = 54 ft-lbs, 1/2" = 78 ft-lbs. For Grade 8.8 metric bolts: 6MM = 6 ft-lbs, 8MM = 16 ft-lbs, 10MM = 31 ft-lbs, 12MM = 54 ft-lbs. All bolts must have Loctite Red applied to threads before tightening.
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 and your specific GVWR.
Yes, permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended and included with the baseplate. The cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member of the vehicle's frame. These permanent safety cables must be used in conjunction with, and are not a replacement for, legally required safety cables attaching the towed vehicle to the towing vehicle. Safety cables must not rub against hoses, brake lines, or moving parts.
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.
Ensure all electrical connections are plugged in and accessories are functioning properly before reinstalling the fascia. After installation, inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts before each towing trip. 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. Use Loctite Red on all bolts and tighten to the recommended specifications. Paint cut frame edges with good quality paint to prevent rusting. Register your product at www.blueox.com to be alerted of maintenance and safety bulletins.
The BX8848 Tail Light Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle but not listed as required in the installation instructions.
No. Use only genuine factory replacement parts on your baseplate. Do not substitute homemade or non-typical parts. If a bolt is lost or needs replacement, use a replacement bolt of the same grade (in most cases Grade 5). Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox Dealer or Distributor. Failing to follow these requirements will void the manufacturer's warranty.
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. 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 installation, improper use, modification, neglect, failure to maintain, misuse, accident, normal wear and tear, paint, or rust. The warranty is non-transferable.
Yes, the BX2686 is designed for 2021-2025 Ford F-150 including Raptor, EcoBoost, Hybrid, and Shutters models. Verify your vehicle matches the manual photos or contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051.
You need a torque wrench, drill with 1/2" bit, Loctite Red, and sockets/wrenches in sizes 5/16", 7MM, 10MM, 15MM, 21MM, 7/16", 9/16", and 3/4". A reciprocating saw may be needed for Hybrid models.
Yes, both the bumper and tow hooks must be removed. The bumper is reinstalled after baseplate installation, but the tow hooks are not reused.
Tighten 1/2" Grade 5 bolts to 78 foot-pounds. Apply Loctite Red to all bolt threads before tightening.
Yes, two Class IV safety cables with quicklinks are included. They must be attached to the frame and used in conjunction with legal towing cables. Do not let them rub against hoses or moving parts.
Blue Ox recommends installation by Blue Ox Dealers who have the equipment and knowledge for fit work. Contact www.blueox.com or (402) 385-3051 to find a dealer.
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