Blue Ox BX1120 User manual

Serial Number
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Attachment Tab Height: 17 3/4”
Attachment Tab Width: 24”
1997-02 Jeep Wrangler
(Double Tube Bumper)
2003-05 Wrangler
Installation Instructions
BX1120
1. Blue Ox®towing products and accessories
are intended to be installed by Blue Ox®
Dealers who are familiar with our products and
have the equipment and knowledge to do “fit
work”. When necessary Blue Ox®Dealers can
be found at www.blueox.com or by contacting
our Customer Care Department at (402)
385-3051.
2. Many Blue Ox®Baseplates are designed to
use existing holes and hardware to mount
the baseplate to the towed vehicle. Even
though bolts are there, do not assume they
are adequate for baseplate mounting. Always
use hardware supplied in the hardware kit
or existing hardware specified in the
Baseplate Towing Installation Instructions.
Confirm the towability and pre-towing
procedures for your vehicle with
the owner’s manual or contact the
vehicle’s manufacturer for specific
towing procedures.
Bolt Size Grade 5 Grade 8
1/4” 10 14
5/16” 19 29
3/8” 33 47
7/16” 54 78
1/2” 78 119
5/8” 154 230
Bolt Torque Specifications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Inch Bolts
Bolt Torque Specifications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Metric Bolts
Bolt Size Grade 8.8 Grade 10.9
6MM 6 8
8MM 16 22
10MM 31 40
12MM 54 70
14MM 89 117
Please read BOTH these Installation Instructions and the General
Towing Instructions before attempting to install or operate this equipment.
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Failure to read and follow these instructions
could result in separation of the towed vehicle
from the tow bar, causing property damage,
loss of towed vehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING
(Double & Single Tube Bumper, Include Rubicon)
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If the front of your vehicle looks different
If the front of your vehicle looks different
than this, call us at [phone].
than this, call us at [phone].

1997-02 Jeep Wrangler
(Double Tube Bumper)
2003-06 Jeep Wrangler
(Double & Single Tube Bumper, Including Rubicon)
Installation Instructions
BX1120
Parts List
Ref. No. Qty. Part # Description
1 1 61-5799 Weldment, Baseplate, BX1120
2 4 61-5208 Weldment, 3/8-16, Nutplate, with 14” Wire
3 4 201-0440 3/8-16 x 1 1/2” Hex Bolt, Grd. 5, ZP
4 4 203-0010 3/8” Lock Washer, ZP
5 2 203-0003 3/8 Flat Washer, ZP
6 2 201-0553 1/4-20 x 1/2” Hx. Wshd, Type F Screw
7 2 201-0192 #10-32 x 1/2” Slot, Rd. Hd. Screw
8 2 203-0054 #10 Lock Washer
9 2 202-0047 #10-32 Hex Nut
10 2 101-5822 Adapter, 4 Way Connector
2 226-0046 Baseplate Safety Cable, 36” CL III (Not Shown)
2 229-0359 Quicklink, 3/8, ZP (Not Shown)
Important:
Use only genuine factory replacement parts on your baseplate. Do NOT substitute homemade or non-typical parts. If a bolt is lost or in
need of replacement, for your safety and the preservation of your baseplate, be sure to use a replacement bolt of the same grade (In most
cases it will be Grade 5, please reference the parts list above). Replacement parts may be ordered through your nearest Blue Ox®Dealer
or Distributor. Failing to follow and/or altering these installation instructions in either installation or required equipment will void the
manufacturer’s warranty. Towing behind a non-motorized vehicle will void the warranty.
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7MM Socket
16MM Socket
9/16” Socket
13/32” Drill Bit
Vise Grips
Loctite®RED
Tools Required

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1. Remove three metric bolts with the 16MM socket
while having someone hold the gear box and the
idler arm. Set metric bolts aside to be reinstalled
later. Do this to both sides of the vehicle.
Standard Tabs:
To use certain adapters or a RangeFinder II tow bar in conjunction with standard tab baseplates an
additional 5/16” hole must be drilled in the attachment tabs. TheAmbassador tow bar will require an
adapter for attachment tabs that are not 24” wide. TheAdventurer tow bar will require an adapter for
attachment tabs that are less than 24” wide. TheAcclaim tow bar will not fold and store without the use
of an adapter on vehicles with attachment tabs less than 24” wide.
Instructions:
Drilling is required.
The dimensional variations between otherwise identical vehicles can be considerable. While the
baseplate was designed for easy installation, it may be necessary to tailor the baseplate slightly
to compensate for auto manufacturer’s tolerances. These minor adjustments may include filing
a hole slightly, bending electrical rods or bending end plates.
The BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit is recommended for this vehicle.
2. Hold the baseplate into place and insert the three
existing bolts on the driver’s side through the
baseplate, frame and gear box. Tighten the bolts.
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1997-02 Jeep Wrangler
(Double Tube Bumper)
2003-06 Jeep Wrangler
(Double & Single Tube Bumper, Including Rubicon)
Installation Instructions
BX1120
BE SURE TO USE LOCTITE®RED ON ALL BOLTS
BEFORE TIGHTENING. TIGHTEN ALL BOLTS
ACCORDING TO THE TORQUE CHART ON THE
FRONT PAGE OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS OR ON
PAGE 3 OF THE BASEPLATE TOWING GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS.
Handling of some cosmetic parts
when installing this product may
require the use of protective covers,
rags, specialty tools, etc. to prevent
damage.

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3. Clamp the baseplate on the passenger’s side
with the large vise grips. Using the baseplate as a
template, drill four holes with the 13/32” drill bit.
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4. Using the 3/8-16 x 1 1/2” hex bolts, 3/8” lock
washers, and 3/8-16 nut plates, insert the nut
plates into the frame and align with the holes.
Tighten ALL bolts.
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Install the tow bar and safety cables according
to their instructions. When demonstrating this to
the customer, be sure to include all of the Blue Ox
packaging and contents.
DO NOT substitute other devices if the tow bar
pins and clips are misplaced.
1997-02 Jeep Wrangler
(Double Tube Bumper)
2003-06 Jeep Wrangler
(Double & Single Tube Bumper, Including Rubicon)
Installation Instructions
BX1120
BX8869 A
BX8869 A
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BX8869 B
BX8869 B
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When using power drills be aware of the
dangers of torque and drill bit length.

DEALER or INSTALLER:
Be certain the user receives the
instruction sheets for their products.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE COMMITMENT
Blue Ox is committed to providing you with
exceptional customer care throughout your lifetime
with our products. Our team is here to assist you
with any questions you may have regarding the
performance of your product. Simply call 1-(402)
385-3051 and you can speak with our customer
care team.
Additionally, please visit our website to see
which rallies our Destination America team will
be attending. For a nominal fee, our service
technician will service your towing system to
ensure it’s in proper working condition. Also as
a commitment to our customers, should you visit
our factory you can stay at our full service Blue
Ox campground at no charge along with enjoying
a factory tour.
Again thank you for being our customer and for
the confidence you have shown in the performance
of our products. It is because of customers like
you we enjoy the success we have today.
© 2005, 07, 08, 09, 10 Blue Ox
One Mill Road, Industrial Park
Pender, Nebraska 68047
Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.blueox.com
Standard Tab Baseplate
Standard Tab Baseplate
1997-02 Jeep Wrangler
(Double Tube Bumper)
2003-06 Jeep Wrangler
(Double & Single Tube Bumper, Including Rubicon)
Installation Instructions
BX1120
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 dam-
age or serious injury. DO NOT use the
baseplate if it is damaged or missing parts.