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Custom-Designed Fit: The Blue Ox BX3618 Tow Bar Bracket is specifically designed for each towed vehicle, ensuring a perfect fit and optimum performance.
Material: Steel
Color: Black
Finish: Powder Coat
Mounting Type: Bolt On
Mounting Hardware Included Yes/No: Yes
Introducing the Blue Ox BX3618 Tow Bar Bracket – the perfect partner for your towing needs. This product is custom designed to perfectly fit your specific towed vehicle. Engineered from high-quality steel, it boasts superior durability and reliability. The bracket is meticulously finished with a sleek black powder coat for added resistance against rust and corrosion. It features a bolt-on mounting type for ease of installation. Plus, it comes complete with all necessary mounting hardware and comprehensive instructions for a hassle-free, DIY installation. With the Blue Ox BX3618 Tow Bar Bracket, you get a blend of functionality, quality, and convenience.
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 | Style | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 - 2014 | Subaru Legacy | Sedan | 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 |
The BX3618 is a Blue Ox towing baseplate designed specifically for 2013-14 Subaru Legacy vehicles. It is used to mount a tow bar to the vehicle's frame for towing purposes. The baseplate features a 12-inch attachment tab height and 24-inch width.
Yes, the BX3618 is designed for 2013-14 Subaru Legacy vehicles. However, dimensional variations between otherwise identical vehicles can be considerable, and the baseplate may need to be tailored slightly to compensate for vehicle manufacturer's tolerances.
The manual specifies the BX3618 is designed for 2013-14 Subaru Legacy only. Do not assume it fits other model years without confirming with Blue Ox or consulting a fitment database.
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.
The fascia, air deflector shroud, belly pan, and bumper core must be removed during installation and then reinstalled after the baseplate is installed. All removed items should be placed on a flat, sturdy surface.
Yes, drilling is required. You must drill a 1-1/4-inch hole in the frame on both sides of the vehicle using a hole saw, and then drill two additional 13/32-inch holes on each side using the baseplate holes as a guide. Some trimming of the air deflector shroud is also required to fit around the baseplate.
Required tools include: large vise grip, flat screwdriver, utility knife, 1-1/4-inch hole saw, torque wrench, drill, tape measure, 13/32-inch drill bit, 10MM socket, 12MM socket, and 9/16-inch socket. Loctite Red is also required.
The kit includes: 6 nut plates (3/8-16 with 14-inch wire), 1 BX3618 baseplate, 2 spacer tubes (3/4-inch), 4 3/8-16 x 1-1/2-inch hex head bolts (Grade 5), 2 3/8-16 x 2-inch hex head bolts (Grade 5), 6 3/8-inch lock washers, 2 Class III safety cables, and 2 3/8-inch quicklinks.
The baseplate is designed to use existing holes and hardware to mount to the towed vehicle. However, do not assume existing bolts are adequate for baseplate mounting. Always use the hardware supplied in the hardware kit and existing hardware as specified in the installation instructions.
For 3/8-inch Grade 5 bolts, the torque specification is 33 foot-pounds. All bolts must be tightened according to the torque chart provided and Loctite Red must be used on all bolts before tightening.
The BX8869 Tail Light Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle, but the manual does not explicitly state whether it is required. Contact Blue Ox Customer Care at (402) 385-3051 to confirm if it is necessary for your specific installation.
1. Remove fascia push pins (top, wheel well, bottom, and center). 2. Remove belly pan push pins and bolts. 3. Remove air deflector shroud. 4. Unclip and relocate air temperature sensor. 5. Remove bumper core bolts. 6. Unclip wire loom. 7. Drill 1-1/4-inch holes in frame. 8. Install baseplate with 3/8-inch bolts. 9. Drill remaining 13/32-inch holes and install remaining bolts. 10. Reinstall air deflector shroud (trimmed). 11. Attach safety cables. 12. Reinstall belly pan and fascia.
Unclip the air temperature sensor from its bracket on the left side and relocate it to the backside of the bracket, closer to the radiator. This clears the baseplate when installed.
Unclip the wire loom from the side of the frame and pull it aside on both sides of the vehicle before sliding the baseplate into place.
After sliding the baseplate into place and fastening it with the initial 3/8-inch x 1-1/2-inch bolt and nut on both sides, ensure the baseplate is level before tightening all hardware.
Trim both ends of the air deflector shroud as needed to fit around the baseplate when reinstalling it.
Attach the permanent baseplate safety cables to the provided convenience link on the baseplate. If additional options 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. Ensure the safety cables do not rub against any hoses or moving parts. Do this on both sides of the vehicle.
Permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended when towing a vehicle with a tow bar. Their function is to prevent the towed vehicle from breaking loose if the connection between the frame and baseplate fails or becomes disconnected. However, they are not a replacement for legally required safety cables attaching the towed vehicle to the towing vehicle.
Each permanent baseplate safety cable must have an adequate weight rating for the towing system. The weight rating of the two cables together will not qualify—each cable must individually meet the requirement.
Do not mount the permanent baseplate safety cables against wires, hoses, or brake lines. If the baseplate is improperly installed against a wire or hose, it could cause fluid leaks or electrical shorts some time after installation.
Ensure that all electrical connections are plugged in and accessories are functioning properly before reinstalling 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.
Remove the attachment tabs when not in use.
The baseplate is computer tested to your vehicle's GVWR. Exceeding this weight will void the manufacturer's warranty. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for manufacturer's towing specifications.
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.
Yes, it is crucial to register your product online at www.blueox.com so that you may be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and/or recalls.
If a bolt is lost or needs replacement, use a replacement bolt of the same grade as the original. In most cases it will be Grade 5. Do not substitute homemade or non-typical parts. Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox Dealer or Distributor. Failing to use the correct replacement bolt will void the manufacturer's warranty.
Handling of some cosmetic parts when installing this product may require the use of protective covers, rags, specialty tools, etc. to prevent damage.
Use a good quality paint to spray cut edges of frame to prevent rusting.
When using power drills, be aware of the dangers of torque and drill bit length.
When using a reciprocating saw, be aware of objects behind the cutting surface.
The BX3618 is designed for 2013-14 Subaru Legacy only. Confirm your vehicle model year matches before purchasing.
You will need a drill, 1-1/4-inch hole saw, 13/32-inch drill bit, torque wrench, flat screwdriver, utility knife, large vise grip, tape measure, 10MM socket, 12MM socket, 9/16-inch socket, and Loctite Red.
Yes, the fascia, air deflector shroud, belly pan, and bumper core must be removed and then reinstalled after baseplate installation.
Tighten 3/8-inch Grade 5 bolts to 33 foot-pounds. Use Loctite Red on all bolts before tightening.
Permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended. They prevent the towed vehicle from breaking loose if the baseplate connection fails, but they do not replace legally required safety cables.
Inspect all towing equipment for cracked welds, missing or worn parts, and loose bolts. Ensure all bolts are tightened to specification with Loctite Red.
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