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Custom Designed: Each Blue Ox BX2000 Tow Bar Bracket is specifically designed for each towed vehicle, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance.
Material: Steel
Color: Black
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
Experience the height of versatility and convenience with the Blue Ox BX2000 Tow Bar Bracket. Custom designed for each specific towed vehicle, this bracket makes your towing experience safer and more efficient. Its robust steel construction promises durability and reliability while the black powder coat finish adds a sleek aesthetic and provides extra resistance to rust and corrosion. The bracket is easy to bolt on, and with all necessary mounting hardware included, you can handle the installation yourself.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 - 2014 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | Comes with Standard 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 Baseplate Has Non 24 in. Spaced Attachment Tabs Requires Motorhome Mounted Towbar/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 |
| 2010 - 2014 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 | Comes with Standard 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 Baseplate Has Non 24 in. Spaced Attachment Tabs Requires Motorhome Mounted Towbar/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 |
| 2010 - 2014 | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 | Comes with Standard 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 Baseplate Has Non 24 in. Spaced Attachment Tabs Requires Motorhome Mounted Towbar/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 |
The BX2000 is a towing baseplate manufactured by Blue Ox, part number 61-7054. It is designed specifically for 2010-14 Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van 2500 models. The baseplate has attachment tabs measuring 24 inches in height and 20-1/4 inches in width. Before purchasing, verify your vehicle's towing specifications in your owner's manual.
The BX2000 is designed for 2010-14 Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van 2500 models. However, the manual notes that dimensional variations between otherwise identical vehicles can be considerable, and it may be necessary to tailor the baseplate slightly to compensate for vehicle manufacturer's tolerances. If the front of your vehicle looks different than shown in the manual, contact Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051 before proceeding.
Required tools include: large vise grip, utility knife, flat screwdriver, torque wrench, drill, 13/32" drill bit, tape measure, 13MM socket, 8MM socket, 9/16" socket, 9/16" wrench, T20 Torx, T25 Torx, T27 Torx, and T45 Torx. You will also need Loctite Red. A reciprocating saw may be needed for trimming the fascia. Protective covers and rags are recommended to prevent damage to cosmetic parts.
The kit includes: 6× 3/8"-16 Whiz Nuts with 14" wire (part 61-4978); 1× BX2000 Baseplate (part 61-7054); 2× Spacer Tubes 3/4 x .406 ID x 1" (part 107-2683); 2× 3/8"-16 x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bolts Grade 5 (part 201-0368); 2× 8MM-1.25 x 50MM Hex Bolts Grade 8.8 ZP (part 201-0419); 2× 3/8"-16 x 1-1/2" Hex Bolts Grade 5 ZP (part 201-0440); 4× 3/8"-16 x 4" Hex Head Bolts Grade 5 ZP (part 201-0618); 2× 3/8"-16 Hex Nylon Insert Lock Nuts ZP (part 202-0090); 4× 3/8" Lock Washers ZP (part 203-0010); 2× 8MM Lock Washers ZP (part 203-0102).
The BX8869 Tail Light Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle, but the manual does not state it is required. Consult with your installer or Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051 to determine if it is necessary for your specific application.
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 Technical Service Department at (402) 385-3051. The installation involves fascia removal and reinstallation, drilling, trimming, and electrical connections, which require proper tools and expertise.
Yes, drilling is required. The installation involves drilling the top front hole through the frame using a 13/32" drill bit. After the upper front bolts are tightened, you continue drilling the upper back and lower front holes. The manual also requires trimming the front fascia to cut out clearance around the baseplate. Use a good quality paint to spray cut edges of the frame to prevent rusting.
A 13/32" drill bit is used to drill the top front hole through the frame. This is the only hole size specified in the manual. The manual warns to be aware of the dangers of torque and drill bit length when using power drills.
Yes, trimming is required. In step 17, you hold the front fascia up to the frame and mark where to cut out for clearance around the baseplate. After cutting sufficient amount for clearance, you re-attach the fascia to the vehicle. Use a utility knife or reciprocating saw as appropriate. When using a reciprocating saw, be aware of objects behind the cutting surface. After cutting, use good quality paint to spray cut edges to prevent rusting.
Yes. The drilling of frame holes and trimming of the fascia are permanent modifications. The baseplate is designed to use these holes and the trimmed fascia clearance for proper fitment and operation. These modifications cannot be easily reversed.
The manual provides general torque charts for Grade 5 and Grade 8 bolts (in foot-pounds) and Grade 8.8 and Grade 10.9 metric bolts. For example: 3/8" Grade 5 bolts = 33 ft-lbs, 3/8" Grade 8 bolts = 47 ft-lbs; 8MM Grade 8.8 bolts = 16 ft-lbs, 8MM Grade 10.9 bolts = 22 ft-lbs. However, the manual does not specify which grade applies to each bolt location in the installation sequence. All bolts must be treated with Loctite Red before tightening. Consult the hardware list and contact Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051 if you need clarification on which torque specification applies to a specific bolt location.
The BX2000 baseplate has attachment tabs measuring 24 inches in height and 20-1/4 inches in width.
The baseplate is computer tested to your vehicle's GVWR. Exceeding the GVWR weight will void the manufacturer's warranty. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for your specific GVWR, and do not exceed this weight when towing.
The manual mentions that all electrical connections must be plugged in and accessories must be functioning properly before reinstalling the fascia. The manual recommends the BX8869 Tail Light Wiring Kit for this vehicle. However, specific wiring details, wire colors, connector types, and routing instructions are not provided in the installation manual. Consult the BX8869 kit instructions or contact Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051 for detailed wiring guidance.
Failure to read and follow the installation instructions could result in separation of the towed vehicle from the tow bar, causing property damage, loss of towed vehicle, personal injury or death. The baseplate must be properly installed with all bolts tightened to specification using Loctite Red. If the baseplate is damaged or missing parts, do not use it. If the baseplate is involved in an accident, it must be replaced and not reused.
Permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended when towing a vehicle with a tow bar. They prevent the towed vehicle from breaking loose if the connection between the frame and baseplate fails. The cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail or cross member of the vehicle's frame. Each cable must have adequate weight rating for the towing system; the weight rating of two cables together will not qualify. The cables must not be mounted against wires, hoses, or brake lines. These cables are in addition to, not a replacement for, legally required safety cables attaching the towed vehicle to the towing vehicle.
In step 16, attach the permanent baseplate safety cables to the provided convenience link on the baseplate. If additional options may interfere with suggested mounting, secure the cables to a solid piece of the frame as described in the instructions included with the permanent baseplate safety cables. Be sure the safety cables do not rub against any hoses or moving parts. Do this on both sides of the vehicle. The manual provides two mounting options: Option 1 uses convenience link tabs on the baseplate; Option 2 uses a quicklink around the crossmember or frame of the towed vehicle for baseplates without convenience link tabs.
Before reinstalling the fascia, ensure that all electrical connections are plugged in and accessories are functioning properly. Verify that all bolts are tightened according to the torque chart provided and that Loctite Red was used on all bolts. Check that the permanent baseplate safety cables are properly attached and do not rub against any hoses or moving parts. Inspect the fascia clearance around the baseplate to ensure adequate space. The manual does not provide a detailed post-installation inspection checklist; contact Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051 for a comprehensive inspection guide.
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 them to the recommended specifications. The baseplate should remain installed as long as you own the vehicle. Permanent baseplate safety cables should remain installed as long as the baseplate is installed. Register your product online at www.blueox.com to be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and recalls.
Yes. Use a good quality paint to spray cut edges of the frame to prevent rusting. This should be done after drilling and trimming is complete.
Blue Ox offers a three-year limited warranty to the original retail purchaser. The warranty covers defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. To activate warranty coverage, the customer warranty card must be returned within 30 days of purchase, and a copy of the original invoice showing date and place of purchase must accompany any warranty claim. The warranty is non-transferable. The warranty does not cover incorrect or improper installation, improper use, modification or neglect, failure to properly service and maintain, misuse, accident, normal wear and tear, paint or rust. If the baseplate is damaged or involved in an accident, it must be replaced and the warranty may be voided. Register your product at http://blueox.com/warranty/.
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 as the original (in most cases Grade 5). Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox Dealer or Distributor. Failing to use correct replacement bolts 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 it again could result in more damage or serious injury. Do not use the baseplate if it is damaged or missing parts. Contact Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051 to order a replacement.
The BX2000 is designed for 2010-14 Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van 2500 models. Dimensional variations between vehicles can be considerable, so the baseplate may need slight tailoring. If your vehicle's front looks different than shown in the manual, contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051 before purchasing.
Yes. Installation requires drilling the frame using a 13/32" drill bit and trimming the front fascia for clearance around the baseplate. These are permanent modifications. Paint all cut edges to prevent rusting.
Required tools include a torque wrench, drill with 13/32" bit, large vise grip, Torx sockets (T20, T25, T27, T45), 13MM and 8MM sockets, 9/16" socket and wrench, flat screwdriver, utility knife, tape measure, and Loctite Red. A reciprocating saw may be needed for fascia trimming.
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. Installation involves fascia removal, drilling, trimming, and electrical connections.
The manual provides general torque charts for Grade 5, Grade 8, Grade 8.8, and Grade 10.9 bolts. For example: 3/8" Grade 5 = 33 ft-lbs, 8MM Grade 8.8 = 16 ft-lbs. All bolts require Loctite Red before tightening. The manual does not specify which grade applies to each bolt location; contact Blue Ox at (402) 385-3051 for clarification.
Inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts before each towing trip. Tighten all bolts to specification using Loctite Red. Register your product at www.blueox.com to receive maintenance and safety bulletins. The manual does not specify a retorque interval.
Do not use the baseplate if it is damaged or missing parts. If the baseplate was involved in an accident, it must be replaced and not reused, as accidents can cause unseen damage that could result in more damage or serious injury. Contact Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051 to order a replacement baseplate.
If the front of your vehicle looks different than the image in the manual, contact Blue Ox technical service at (402) 385-3051 before proceeding with installation. The manual notes that dimensional variations between otherwise identical vehicles can be considerable, and the baseplate may need slight tailoring to compensate for vehicle manufacturer's tolerances.
Reposition the cables so they do not rub against any hoses or moving parts. The manual states: "Be sure the safety cables do not rub against any hoses or moving parts." If cables cannot be routed safely to the convenience link on the baseplate, secure them to a solid piece of the frame as described in the instructions included with the permanent baseplate safety cables. Improper cable routing could cause fluid leaks or electrical shorts.
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