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1. Custom Fit: Each Blue Ox BX3827 Tow Bar Bracket is tailored to a specific vehicle model for a snug and secure fit, ensuring optimal performance.
Material: Steel
Color: Black
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
Introducing the Blue Ox BX3827 Tow Bar Bracket, a robust solution for towing needs. Each bracket is custom designed for specific vehicles to ensure a perfect fit and superior performance. Constructed from heavy-duty steel and finished with a black powder coat, these brackets are designed to last. They are easy to install with a bolt-on mounting type and come with all the necessary hardware for a hassle-free, do-it-yourself installation. Trust in the strength and reliability of Blue Ox for your towing needs.
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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The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate For Select VW JETTA TDI BX3827 (Part #FDRWBX3827) fits the following vehicles: 2000-2005 Volkswagen Jetta. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
Yes, the BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate For Select VW JETTA TDI BX3827 (Part #FDRWBX3827) is designed to fit the 2000-2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
The BlueOx Tow Bar Base Plate For Select VW JETTA TDI BX3827 (Part #FDRWBX3827) fits 2000-2005 Volkswagen Jetta models. The 2005 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 VW JETTA TDI BX3827 (Part #FDRWBX3827) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, the BX3827 is specifically designed for 2000-05 VW Jetta TDI vehicles. However, dimensional variations between otherwise identical vehicles can be considerable, and minor adjustments such as filing holes, bending electrical rods, or bending end plates may be necessary to compensate for manufacturer tolerances.
Motorhome mount tow bars are recommended for use with the BX3827. The RangeFinder II, Adventurer, and Ambassador tow bars cannot be used. The Acclaim tow bar may be used, but will not fold and store on the front of the vehicle. Adapters, except for the BX8833 and BX8815, cannot be used with this baseplate.
The attachment tab height is 12 inches and the attachment tab width is 18-1/2 inches.
Required tools are: T-25 Torx Socket, T-30 Torx Socket, 10MM Socket, 13MM Socket, 9/16" Socket, Small Flat Screwdriver, 13/32" Drill Bit, Reciprocating Saw, Loctite Red, and Utility Knife.
The kit includes: 1 welded baseplate (61-6497), 1 horn bracket (101-7192), 9 nut plates (61-5208), 1 3/8-16 x 1-1/4" hex head bolt Grade 5 (201-0368), 8 3/8-16 x 1-1/2" hex bolts Grade 5 (201-0440), 9 3/8" lock washers (203-0010), 2 #12-14 x 1" self-drilling screws (201-0979), 2 10-32 x 1/2" slot round head screws (201-0192), 2 #10 lock washers (203-0054), 2 #10-32 hex nuts (202-0047), 2 4-way connector adapters (101-5822), 2 removable attachment tab assemblies (62-3469), 2 36" Class III baseplate safety cables (226-0046), 2 3/8" quicklinks (229-0359), and 2 receiver cap plugs (290-0437).
Yes. Blue Ox towing products and accessories are intended to be installed by Blue Ox Dealers who are familiar with the products and have the equipment necessary and knowledge to do fit work. Blue Ox Dealers can be found at www.blueox.com or by contacting the Customer Care Department at (402) 385-3051.
The following components must be removed and reinstalled: grille, front fascia, hood latch, horn bracket, turbo cooler, air dam, and metal bumper.
Yes, drilling is required. A 13/32" drill bit is used to drill all mounting holes using the baseplate as a template. On the driver's side, the metal plate must be bent back before drilling and returned to its original position when finished. On the passenger side, the drill bit should be covered with a tube to protect the turbo cooler.
Trimming of the frame, air dam, and grille is required. On the driver's side, a reciprocating saw is used to cut along the lower bumper contour. The air dam on the passenger side must be trimmed before reinstallation. The fascia must be trimmed where the attachment tab receivers and convenience links come through.
Yes. On the driver's side, a reciprocating saw is used to cut along the lower bumper contour as shown in the installation instructions. After cutting, spray the cut edges with good quality paint to prevent rusting.
According to the torque chart provided, 3/8" Grade 5 bolts should be torqued to 33 foot-pounds. However, the manual also references torque specifications on page 3 of the Baseplate Towing General Instructions, which is not included in this document. Confirm the specific torque value with the General Instructions or contact Blue Ox Customer Care at (402) 385-3051.
Yes. Loctite Red must be used on all bolts before tightening. The manual explicitly states: "BE SURE TO USE LOCTITE® RED ON ALL BOLTS BEFORE TIGHTENING."
Installation sequence is: 1) Remove hood latch pin and grille. 2) Remove T-30 Torx screws from behind grille. 3) Remove T-25 Torx bolts from wheel wells (both sides). 4) Release and remove lower grille panels. 5) Remove T-25 Torx bolts below bumper (both sides) and remove fascia. 6) Remove horn bolts and unplug horn. 7) Remove turbo cooler bolts and tie cooler back. 8) Cut lower bumper contour on driver's side with reciprocating saw. 9) Remove bumper bolts and torx bolts (both sides) and remove bumper. 10) Remove center metal bumper torx bolts. 11) Remove air dam tabs and slide down. 12) Slide baseplate over hose on passenger side. 13) Drill all mounting holes using baseplate as template. 14) Install 1-1/2" bolts with lock washers and nut plates. 15) Attach horns to new horn bracket. 16) Drill hole for horn bracket on driver's side and install. 17) Attach baseplate safety cables. 18) Reattach turbo cooler. 19) Reattach air dam and bumper. 20) Trim fascia as needed and reinstall fascia, grille panels, and hood latch.
Eight bolts total are used: four 1-1/2" bolts with 3/8" lock washers and nut plates on each side of the frame (both sides). Additionally, one 1-1/4" bolt with 3/8" lock washer and nut plate is used to attach the horn bracket on the driver's side.
The permanent baseplate safety cables prevent the towed vehicle from breaking loose in the event the connection between the frame of the towed vehicle and the baseplate fails or becomes disconnected. The cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member of the vehicle's frame. Each cable must have an adequate weight rating for the towing system. The two cables together must be positioned around a solid piece of the frame and must not be mounted against wires, hoses, or brake lines. These 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.
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.
When using power drills, be aware of the dangers of torque and drill bit length. On the passenger side, cover the 13/32" drill bit with a tube to protect the turbo cooler from damage.
After cutting the bumper with a reciprocating saw, spray the cut edges with good quality paint to prevent rusting.
All electrical connections must be plugged in properly and functioning before installing the fascia. The manual explicitly states: "Be sure that ALL electrical connections are plugged in properly and functioning BEFORE Installing the fascia."
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. 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.
No. Towing behind a non-motorized vehicle will void the warranty.
Failing to follow and/or altering these installation instructions in either installation or required equipment will void the manufacturer's warranty. Use only genuine factory replacement parts on the 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, or by calling Customer Care at (402) 385-3051.
The BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle. The manual indicates a possible location for the kit on the passenger side of the vehicle.
Yes, the BX3827 is designed for 2000-05 VW Jetta TDI. Minor adjustments may be needed to compensate for manufacturer tolerances.
Motorhome mount tow bars are recommended. RangeFinder II, Adventurer, and Ambassador tow bars cannot be used. Acclaim tow bar may be used but will not fold and store on the vehicle.
T-25 and T-30 Torx sockets, 10MM and 13MM sockets, 9/16" socket, small flat screwdriver, 13/32" drill bit, reciprocating saw, Loctite Red, and utility knife.
Yes, drilling with a 13/32" drill bit is required. Trimming of the frame, air dam, and grille is also required, and the bumper must be cut on the driver's side.
Yes, Blue Ox recommends installation by Blue Ox Dealers who have the equipment and knowledge for fit work. Find a dealer at www.blueox.com or call (402) 385-3051.
Yes, Loctite Red must be used on all bolts before tightening, and bolts must be torqued to specifications in the torque chart.
If damaged or in an accident, the baseplate must be replaced and not reused. Do not use if damaged or missing parts.
All electrical connections must be plugged in properly and functioning before installing the fascia.
1 compatible vehicles
| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 - 2005 | Volkswagen Jetta | 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 Headlights Must be Removed and Replaced During Installation 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 |
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