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Superior Quality Material: Constructed from robust steel, the bracket ensures durability and longevity.
Material: Steel
Color: Black
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
The Blue Ox BX2602 Tow Bar Bracket is the perfect towing solution for your vehicle. Engineered with high-quality, durable steel, this base plate is designed for ultimate strength and longevity. The bracket's black powder-coat finish not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also offers superior corrosion resistance, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh weather conditions. Its custom design guarantees a perfect fit for your specific vehicle, making installation a breeze with the included mounting hardware. The Blue Ox BX2602 Tow Bar Bracket delivers the best in functionality and convenience, making it an essential addition to 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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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 - 2009 | Ford F-450 Super Duty | 2WD/4WD Comes with Removable Attachment Tabs Install Rating 2 Bumper Fascia Must Be Removed/Replaced During Install Minor Drilling Required Tow Hooks Must be Removed and Remain off the Vehicle After Installation 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 Height Deviation up to 4” higher on the Towing Vehicle Allowed When Used for Utility Applications Only with an Allure Tow Bar |
Yes, the BX2602 is designed for 2008-10 Ford F250 SD (2WD/4WD) Diesel trucks. It also fits 2008-09 F450 (2WD/4WD) models. However, confirm your vehicle's front appearance matches the reference image in the manual. If your vehicle's front looks different, contact Blue Ox at (888) 425-5382 before proceeding.
The BX2602 is rated for Class III, 5,000 lbs. Some 2008-10 F250 SD models with certain options may exceed this rating. Confirm your specific vehicle's weight before towing. If your vehicle exceeds 5,000 lbs, you must use the Aventa II or Aventa LX tow bar instead of tow bar adapters, which are not permitted for vehicles over 5,000 lbs.
Blue Ox recommends that baseplates be installed by Blue Ox Dealers who are familiar with the products and have the equipment and knowledge to perform fit work. Dealers can be found at www.blueox.us or by calling (888) 425-5382. While the manual provides detailed instructions, professional installation is strongly recommended due to the precision required and the critical safety nature of the product.
Required tools are: 3/4" socket, 15MM socket, 18MM socket, 17/32" drill bit, and Loctite RED. You will also need a torque wrench to tighten bolts to specification.
The kit includes: 2 welded baseplate mounting pieces (driver and passenger side), 1 electrical bracket (90 degree), 12 x 1/2-13 x 1 1/2" hex bolts Grade 5, 12 x 1/2" lock washers, 12 x 1/2-13 hex nuts, 4 x 1/4-20 x 3/4" hex bolts Grade 5, 4 x 1/4" lock washers, 4 x 1/4" flat washers, 4 x 1/4-20 hex flange whiz lock nuts, 2 x 10-32 x 1/2" slot round head screws, 2 x #10 lock washers, 2 x #10-32 hex nuts, 2 x 4-way electrical connectors, 2 x removable attachment tab assemblies, 2 x 36" Class IV baseplate safety cables, 2 x 1/2" zinc-plated quicklinks, and 2 x receiver cap plugs (black).
No, the BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit is not included but is recommended for this vehicle. It must be ordered separately.
Yes. The fascia and air dam must be removed for installation. The bumper must be unbolted and pulled forward to access the mounting points. After baseplate installation is complete, the bumper, bolts, and wiring are reinstalled.
1. Remove two metric bolts from the bumper beside the fog lights (18MM socket, both sides). 2. Remove one bolt from the frame by the headlight (15MM socket, both sides). 3. Unplug the connector by the headlight and pull the bumper forward. 4. Remove three tow hook bolts (18MM socket, both sides); set tow hooks aside. 5. Slide baseplate on and align with existing tow hook holes. 6. Insert 1/2-13 x 1 1/2" bolts with lock washers and nuts on the left side; tighten with Loctite RED. 7. Insert bolts in existing hole and top two holes on right side; drill the back hole (17/32" bit); install final bolt. 8. On passenger side, install nuts on inside to avoid refrigerant lines; install bolts, then top two, then drill and install sixth bolt. 9. Attach permanent safety cables to frame. 10. Reinstall bumper, bolts, and wiring.
Yes. A 17/32" drill bit is required to drill the back hole on the right side of the baseplate. The baseplate is used as a template for this hole. On the passenger side, a sixth bolt hole must also be drilled. These are the only drilling operations required.
The manual references torque specifications on the front page or page 3 of the General Instructions but does not explicitly state the grade of the 1/2-13 bolts used. The torque chart shows Grade 5 bolts at 78 ft-lbs and Grade 8 bolts at 119 ft-lbs. Confirm the bolt grade with your installer or contact Blue Ox at (888) 425-5382 for the correct torque value.
The manual does not specify which grade (5 or 8) applies to the 1/4-20 bolts. Grade 5 bolts are torqued to 10 ft-lbs and Grade 8 bolts to 14 ft-lbs. Contact your installer or Blue Ox at (888) 425-5382 to confirm the correct grade and torque value for your installation.
The attachment tab height is 23 1/2" and the attachment tab width is 34 1/2".
The kit includes 2 x 4-way electrical connectors (part 101-5822). The manual notes that 4-way round and 6-way round electrical connectors are available options. The BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle and should be ordered separately.
The manual shows a possible location for the BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit but does not specify exact mounting coordinates. Refer to the instructions included with the BX8869 kit for detailed placement guidance, or contact your Blue Ox Dealer for installation assistance.
The tow hooks and their bolts should be set aside and will not be used again. They are removed in step 4 using an 18MM socket (three bolts per side).
Attach the permanent baseplate safety cables to the provided convenience link (quicklink) on the baseplate. The recommended installation secures the cables to the frame of the vehicle (see manual photo). If additional options interfere with the suggested mounting, secure the cables to a solid piece of the frame as described in the instructions included with the safety cables. Ensure the safety cables do not rub against any hoses or moving parts. Install on both sides of the vehicle.
Before reinstalling the fascia, ensure that ALL electrical connections are plugged in properly and functioning. This verification must be completed before the bumper is reinstalled.
Verify that all electrical connections are plugged in properly and functioning before reinstalling the fascia. Ensure all bolts are tightened to the correct torque specification. Check that safety cables do not rub against hoses or moving parts. Confirm the baseplate is properly aligned and secure. Install the tow bar and safety cables according to their package instructions.
For your safety and preservation of the baseplate, use a replacement bolt of the same grade. In most cases, Grade 5 bolts are used. Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox Dealer or Distributor. Do not substitute homemade or non-typical parts. Failing to use the correct replacement bolt will void the manufacturer's warranty.
If the baseplate is 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.
If the front of your vehicle looks different than the reference image shown in the manual, call Blue Ox at (888) 425-5382 before attempting installation. Do not proceed with installation if your vehicle does not match the specified appearance.
The BX2602 fits 2008-10 Ford F250 SD (2WD/4WD) Diesel and 2008-09 F450 (2WD/4WD). Confirm your vehicle's weight does not exceed 5,000 lbs and that your vehicle's front appearance matches the manual reference image.
You need: 3/4" socket, 15MM socket, 18MM socket, 17/32" drill bit, Loctite RED, and a torque wrench. Professional installation by a Blue Ox Dealer is recommended.
Yes. A 17/32" drill bit is required to drill two holes: the back hole on the right side and the sixth bolt hole on the passenger side. The baseplate serves as a template.
Yes. The fascia, air dam, and bumper must be removed. The bumper is unbolted and pulled forward to access mounting points, then reinstalled after baseplate installation.
The manual references torque specifications in the Bolt Torque Specifications table (Grade 5 and Grade 8 options) but does not explicitly state which grade applies to each bolt size used. Contact your installer or Blue Ox at (888) 425-5382 for the correct torque values.
No. The BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit is recommended but sold separately and must be ordered.
The baseplate must be replaced. Do not reuse a damaged baseplate—unseen damage could cause separation from the tow bar, resulting in property damage, vehicle loss, or injury.
Stop installation immediately. Call Blue Ox at (888) 425-5382 before proceeding. The manual explicitly states that if the front of your vehicle looks different than the reference image, you must contact Blue Ox. Proceeding with installation on a non-matching vehicle could result in improper fitment and safety hazards.
The manual notes that dimensional variations between identical vehicles can be considerable. Minor adjustments may be necessary, including filing a hole slightly, bending electrical rods, or bending end plates. If alignment issues persist, contact your Blue Ox Dealer or call (888) 425-5382 for assistance. Do not force the baseplate into position.
Before reinstalling the fascia, verify that all electrical connections are plugged in properly and functioning. Check that the bumper connector (unplugged in step 3) is fully reconnected. Ensure the 4-way electrical connectors (part 101-5822) are fully seated. If connections are secure but not functioning, the BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit may be required for proper operation. Contact your Blue Ox Dealer for assistance.
The manual states that safety cables must not rub against any hoses or moving parts. If the recommended mounting location (shown in the manual photo) causes interference, secure the cables to a solid piece of the frame as described in the instructions included with the permanent baseplate safety cables. Ensure cables are routed away from the air conditioning lines, fuel lines, and any moving suspension or drivetrain components.
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