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Material: Steel
Color: Black
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
Blue Ox base plates are custom designed for each specific towed vehicle. When you purchase a Blue Ox base plate, it includes all the necessary hardware and instructions for a do-it-yourself installation.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 - 2012 | Hyundai Santa Fe | 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 Requires Some Trimming of the Air Dam Be Sure to Confirm the Weight of Your Individual Vehicle Before Towing. Always Insure Both Your Tow Bar and Hitch are Adequately Rated for the Vehicle’s Overall Weight 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. Use only w/Motorhome Mount Tow Bars Or PN BX8833/BX88151 Adapters Only Use Acclaim w/23”: 30” Spaced Removable Tab Baseplates Only Use Adventurer with 18”: 41” Spaced Removable Tab Baseplates Removable Tabs w/Only 1 Hole Will Not Attach to Car Mount Tow Bars or Adapters |
| 2011 - 2013 | Kia Sorento | 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 Requires Some Trimming of the Air Dam 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. Use only w/Motorhome Mount Tow Bars Or PN BX8833/BX88151 Adapters Only Use Acclaim w/23”: 30” Spaced Removable Tab Baseplates Only Use Adventurer with 18”: 41” Spaced Removable Tab Baseplates Removable Tabs w/Only 1 Hole Will Not Attach to Car Mount Tow Bars or Adapters |
Yes, the BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, KIA SORENTO LX (Part #FDRWBX2719) is designed to fit the 2011-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, KIA SORENTO LX (Part #FDRWBX2719) fits the following vehicles: 2011-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe; 2011-2013 Kia Sorento. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, KIA SORENTO LX (Part #FDRWBX2719) fits 2011-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe models. The 2013 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, Front Mount, RV Flat Towing for Select, KIA SORENTO LX (Part #FDRWBX2719) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, the BX2719 baseplate is designed for 2011-13 Kia Sorento and 2011-12 Hyundai Santa Fe models. However, dimensional variations between otherwise identical vehicles can be considerable, and the baseplate may need to be tailored slightly to compensate for manufacturer tolerances. Installation by a Blue Ox Dealer is recommended, as they are familiar with fit work and have the necessary equipment and knowledge.
Yes, the BX2719 baseplate is designed for 2011-12 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2011-13 Kia Sorento models. However, dimensional variations between otherwise identical vehicles can be considerable, and the baseplate may need to be tailored slightly to compensate for manufacturer tolerances. Installation by a Blue Ox Dealer is recommended, as they are familiar with fit work and have the necessary equipment and knowledge.
The BX2719 baseplate attachment tab height is 16-1/2" and the attachment tab width is 22-1/4".
The BX2719 kit includes: 1 baseplate (61-6751), 8 nut plates with 14" wire (61-5208), 8 Grade 5 3/8"-16 x 1-1/4" hex head bolts, 8 3/8" lock washers, 2 self-drilling screws, 2 round slotted head screws, 2 #10 lock washers, 2 #10-32 hex nuts, 2 four-way connector adapters, 2 attachment tab assemblies with holes, 2 Class III safety cables, 4 3/8" quicklinks, and 2 black cap plug receivers.
Required tools include: large vise grip, flat screwdriver, utility knife, Phillips screwdriver, torque wrench, drill, reciprocating saw, tape measure, 13/32" drill bit, 1-1/4" hole saw, 8MM socket, 10MM socket, 9/16" socket, and 9/16" wrench. You will also need Loctite Red.
Blue Ox towing products are intended to 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 Blue Ox Customer Care at (402) 385-3051. While professional installation is recommended, the manual provides detailed instructions for those who choose to install it themselves.
The fascia, belly pan, air baffle, and windshield washer fluid reservoir must be removed during installation. All items will be reinstalled after the baseplate is installed unless otherwise noted. The washer reservoir electrical connections and fluid lines must be disconnected before removal.
Yes, drilling is required. You must drill a 1-1/4" hole into the frame behind the baseplate on both sides of the vehicle, and drill 13/32" holes for the lower front holes and remaining baseplate holes on both sides. A 1-1/4" hole saw and 13/32" drill bit are required. Some drilling and trimming is required as part of the standard installation.
Yes, trimming is required. You must cut the corner of the plastic guard approximately 1-3/4" from the edge of the bumper flush with the frame using a reciprocating saw on both sides. You must also trim the corner of the frame plate 1-1/2" from the edge on both sides. Additionally, trim each opening in the fascia approximately 2" deep to clear the baseplate before reinstalling.
Yes, the drilling and trimming modifications are permanent. The manual specifies cutting the corner of the plastic guard and frame plate using a reciprocating saw, and trimming the fascia openings. These are not reversible modifications. The manual also recommends using good quality paint to spray cut edges of frame to prevent rusting.
According to the torque chart provided, 3/8" Grade 5 bolts should be torqued to 33 foot-pounds. The BX2719 uses 3/8"-16 x 1-1/4" Grade 5 bolts. Always use Loctite Red on all bolts before tightening.
According to the torque chart provided, 3/8" Grade 8 bolts should be torqued to 47 foot-pounds. Always use Loctite Red on all bolts before tightening.
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.
Permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended when towing a vehicle with a tow bar. The cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member of the vehicle's frame. The cables prevent the towed vehicle from breaking loose if the connection between the frame and baseplate fails. The cables must not be mounted against wires, hoses, or brake lines. Permanent baseplate safety cables are to be used in conjunction with, and not as a replacement for, legally required safety cables attaching the towed vehicle to the towing vehicle.
No. Do not use the towed vehicle for storing luggage, equipment, etc. This may cause you to exceed the towing capacity of the tow bar, baseplate and its accessories.
Before each towing trip, inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts. Be sure to use Loctite Red on all bolts and tighten them to the recommended specifications. It is the owner's responsibility to perform these inspections.
Yes, it is crucial to register your product online at www.blueox.com. Registration ensures you will be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and/or recalls.
Use a good quality paint to spray cut edges of frame to prevent rusting. This protects the exposed metal created during the drilling and trimming process.
Yes, the BX8869 Tail Light Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle. You will need to drill a hole according to the tail light wiring kit instructions.
The BX2719 fits 2011-13 Kia Sorento and 2011-12 Hyundai Santa Fe models.
Yes. You must drill a 1-1/4" hole and 13/32" holes in the frame, and trim the plastic guard and frame plate using a reciprocating saw. Fascia openings must be trimmed approximately 2" deep.
You will need a torque wrench, reciprocating saw, drill with 13/32" bit and 1-1/4" hole saw, sockets (8MM, 10MM, 9/16"), vise grip, screwdrivers, utility knife, tape measure, and Loctite Red.
The fascia, belly pan, air baffle, and windshield washer fluid reservoir must be removed. All items are reinstalled after baseplate installation.
Torque 3/8" Grade 5 bolts to 33 foot-pounds. Always apply Loctite Red before tightening.
Yes, permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended. They must be connected to the frame rail or cross member and must not rub against hoses or moving parts.
Inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts. Ensure all bolts are tightened to specification with Loctite Red applied.
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