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Custom Fit: The Blue Ox BX1502 tow bar bracket is custom designed for each specific towed vehicle, promising a perfect fit and optimal performance.
Material: Steel
Color: Black
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
Optimize your towing experience with the Blue Ox BX1502 Tow Bar Bracket. Crafted with high-grade steel for maximum durability, this tow bar bracket is designed to withstand the test of time. It features a black powder coat finish that resists rust and corrosion, ensuring longevity. The bracket is custom-designed for each specific towed vehicle, ensuring a perfect fit and easy installation. With the included mounting hardware and easy-to-follow instructions, you can confidently install it yourself without needing professional assistance. Enhance your vehicle's towing capabilities with the Blue Ox BX1502 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 - 1999 | Buick LeSabre | Comes with Standard 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 Requires some trimming of the belly pan |
| 1992 - 1998 | Pontiac Bonneville | No SSE Comes with Standard 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 Requires some trimming of the belly pan |
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate For Select BUICK LESABRE E13 BX1502 (Part #FDRWBX1502) fits 1994-1999 Buick LeSabre models. The 1999 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 BUICK LESABRE E13 BX1502 (Part #FDRWBX1502) fits the following vehicles: 1994-1999 Buick LeSabre; 1992-1998 Pontiac Bonneville. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
Yes, the BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate For Select BUICK LESABRE E13 BX1502 (Part #FDRWBX1502) is designed to fit the 1994-1999 Buick LeSabre.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate For Select BUICK LESABRE E13 BX1502 (Part #FDRWBX1502) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, the BX1502 baseplate is designed for 1994-99 Buick LeSabre models. It is also compatible with 1992-98 Pontiac Bonneville. The baseplate mounts to the bumper shock mounts under the headlights and the engine sub-frame.
Yes, the BX1502 baseplate is designed for 1992-98 Pontiac Bonneville models. It is also compatible with 1994-99 Buick LeSabre. The baseplate mounts to the bumper shock mounts under the headlights and the engine sub-frame.
Required tools are: flat screwdriver, utility knife, drill, 9/16" wrench, 9/16" socket, 10mm wrench, 7mm wrench, 3/4" wrench, 3/4" socket, 17/32" drill bit, 13mm wrench, and Loctite Blue. You will also need a drill to create three holes in the engine subframe.
Yes. Using a 10mm wrench, remove the headlights and their mounts. Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the bulbs, then set the headlights aside. They will be reinstalled after the upper cross bar is installed.
Two plastic components must be removed: (1) plastic push pins that hold a rubber sheet in place between the radiator and the area under the headlights—pry these pins out and remove the rubber sheets; (2) the bottom plastic molding attached to the bumper, which is removed using a 10mm wrench and a 7mm wrench. Both will be trimmed and replaced after installation.
Yes. You must drill three holes in the engine subframe to mount the three braces that extend back from the baseplate's front upper mounts. Use a 17/32" drill bit. The baseplate can be used as a template to mark the hole locations. You must also notch the plastic belly pan around the braces to allow metal-to-metal contact between the brace and frame.
Use a 17/32" drill bit to drill the three mounting holes in the engine subframe for the baseplate braces.
The plastic belly pan must be notched around the braces to allow metal-to-metal contact between the brace and the frame. If you sandwich the plastic belly pan between the brace and the frame, you will not be able to keep the bolt tight for any length of time.
1. Remove headlights and mounts. 2. Remove plastic push pins and rubber sheets. 3. Remove bottom plastic molding. 4. Remove the two bolts connecting the tubular shock to the frame (one side at a time) and bolt the attachment end plate to each side, snugging but not fully tightening. 5. Bolt the upper attachment tube to the lower holes of the attachment end plates, loosening end plates if needed to align holes. Apply Loctite and tighten completely. Tighten the bumper shock mount bolts completely. 6. Bolt the front upper mounts on the baseplate to the attachment tube. 7. Notch the plastic belly pan around the braces. 8. Mark and drill three holes in the subframe using the baseplate as a template. 9. Bolt the braces to the frame with Loctite. 10. Return the plastic molding, notching as needed. 11. Notch and replace the rubber sheets. 12. Replace the headlights. 13. Check all bolts are tight.
No. When you first bolt the attachment end plates to the bumper shock mounts, snug up the bolts but do not tighten completely. This allows you to loosen the end plates and slide them in or out as needed to align the holes for the upper attachment tube. Once all bolts are started on the upper attachment tube, apply Loctite and tighten completely. Then tighten the bumper shock mount bolts completely.
Loctite Blue is a threadlocker compound that prevents bolts from loosening. Apply Loctite Blue to bolts when installing the upper attachment tube to the attachment end plates (Step 7) and when bolting the braces to the engine subframe (Step 9). The manual specifies using Loctite Blue during installation.
When bolting the braces to the frame, you will have to 'fish' the wire nuts into the frame from the front on the outside braces. This allows the wire nuts (part 61-4029, 1/2-13 Whiz Nut with wire) to be positioned correctly for fastening.
Yes. If the braces cover existing bolt holes for the molding, the remaining bolts will hold the molding sufficiently. You will need to notch out the bottom molding where the braces meet it.
The manual does not provide specific torque values. It instructs to 'tighten completely' after applying Loctite Blue. For proper installation, consult the General Instruction Sheet included with the baseplate or contact the manufacturer for torque specifications.
The baseplate includes: 1 baseplate (61-4793), 3 wire nuts (61-4029), 2 attachment end plates (101-1532), 1 upper attachment tube (107-2003), 3 hex bolts 1/2-13 x 1-1/2 Grade 5 (201-0051), 8 hex bolts 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Grade 5 (201-0404), 4 hex bolts 8mm-1.25 x 35mm Grade 8.8 (201-0418), 8 hex nuts 3/8-16 (202-0003), 4 hex nuts 8mm-1.25 (202-0118), 8 flat washers 3/8 (203-0003), 8 lock washers 3/8 (203-0010), 3 lock washers 1/2 (203-0012), 4 lock washers 8mm (203-0102), 2 baseplate safety cables 36" CL III (226-0046), and 4 quicklinks 3/8 ZP (229-0359).
Permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended when towing a vehicle with a tow bar. The BX1502 kit includes 2 baseplate safety cables (36" CL III). These cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member of the vehicle's frame. They prevent the towed vehicle from breaking loose if the connection between the frame and baseplate fails. However, permanent baseplate safety cables are not a replacement for legally required safety cables attaching the towed vehicle to the towing vehicle.
Permanent baseplate safety cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member of the vehicle's frame. Do not mount the permanent baseplate safety cables against wires, hoses or brake lines. The manual states that illustrations show possible recommended arrangements by Blue Ox, but specific mounting points for your vehicle should be confirmed with the General Instruction Sheet or manufacturer.
Before each towing trip, inspect all towing equipment for: cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts. It is the owner's responsibility to perform these inspections. Be sure to use Loctite Red on all bolts and tighten to the recommended specifications.
After installation, check all bolts to make sure they are tight. The manual also recommends that you ensure your product is registered online at www.blueox.com so you may be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and/or recalls.
Yes. It is crucial to register your BX1502 baseplate online at www.blueox.com so that you may be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and/or recalls.
Remove the attachment tabs when not in use, if applicable to your baseplate model.
If the baseplate is improperly installed and is against a wire or hose, it could cause fluid leaks or electrical shorts some time after the actual baseplate installation. It is the installer's responsibility to watch for oil cooler and air conditioner lines, electrical wires and hoses, and missing parts or attaching points on the frame to prevent this.
The BX1502 fits 1994-99 Buick LeSabre and 1992-98 Pontiac Bonneville.
Yes. You must drill three 17/32" holes in the engine subframe for the baseplate braces, and notch the plastic belly pan and bottom molding around the braces.
You need: flat screwdriver, utility knife, drill with 17/32" bit, 9/16" wrench and socket, 10mm wrench, 7mm wrench, 3/4" wrench and socket, 13mm wrench, and Loctite Blue.
Yes. Remove the headlights and mounts using a 10mm wrench, disconnect the electrical connectors, remove the bulbs, and set them aside. They are reinstalled after the upper cross bar is installed.
Yes. The kit includes 2 permanent baseplate safety cables (36" CL III) and 4 quicklinks (3/8 ZP). These are strongly recommended and must be connected from the baseplate to the vehicle's frame rail or cross member.
Check that all bolts are tight. Before each towing trip, inspect for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts. Use Loctite Red on all bolts and tighten to recommended specifications.
Apply Loctite Blue to bolts when installing the upper attachment tube and when bolting the braces to the engine subframe. Use Loctite Red on all bolts during pre-towing inspections.
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