Blue Ox bx1126 User manual

BX1126
2007-12 Jeep Wrangler
(Includes Sport)
Installation Instructions
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 “ it work”.
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
specied in the Baseplate Installation Instructions.
Conrm the towability and pre-towing
procedures for your vehicle with the
owner’s manual or contact the vehicle’s
manufacturer for specic towing
procedures.
Please read BOTH these Installation Instructions and the General Towing
Instructions before attempting to install or operate this equipment.
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 Specications
Torque in Foot-Pounds for Inch Bolts
Bolt Torque Specications
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
Attachment Tab Height: 14-1/2”
Attachment Tab Width: 24”

BX1126
2007-12 Jeep Wrangler
(Includes Sport)
Installation Instructions
Tools Required
Loctite®RED
18mm Socket
3/4” Socket
15/16” Socket
Reciprocating Saw
Vise Grips
Utility Knife
17/32” Drill Bit
Phillips Screwdriver
Parts List
Ref. No. Qty. Part # Description
1 1 61-6344 Weldment, Baseplate, BX1126
2 2 61-3997 5/8” Nut Wire
3 4 61-4029 1/2-13 Whiz Nut, with 14” Wire
4 2 102-6768 Plate, Spacer, BX1126
5 2 201-0350 5/8-11 x 1 1/2” Hex Bolt, Grade 5, ZP
6 4 201-0068 1/2-13 x 1 3/4” Hex Bolt, Grade 5, ZP
7 2 203-0013 5/8” Lock Washer, ZP
8 4 203-0012 1/2” Lock Washer, ZP
9 2 201-0553 1/4-20 x 1/2 Hx. Wshd, Type F Screw
10 2 201-0192 #10-32 x 1/2 Slot, Round Head Screw
11 2 203-0054 #10 Lock Washer
12 2 202-0047 #10-32 Hex Nut
13 2 101-5822 Adapter, 4 Way Connector
14 2 62-3468 Attachment, Assembly, SF/SB (R)
15-18 BX88181 Breakaway System (Not Provided)
2 290-0437 Cap Plug, Black (Not Shown)
2 229-0359 Quick Link, 3/8”, ZP (Not Shown)
2 226-0046 Baseplate Saftey Cable, 36” Class III (Not Shown)

BX1126
2007-12 Jeep Wrangler
(Includes Sport)
Installation Instructions
Attachment Tabs: Due to the design of the
removable tabs, the RangeFinderII tow bar can
not be used. Adapters, except the BX8833 and
BX88151, can not be used with this baseplate.
Installation Notes: The bellypan and metal
bumper are removed for the baseplate
installation. Trimming of the bellypan is required.
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 ling a hole slightly, bending electrical
rods or bending end plates.
The BX8869 Bulb and Socket Wiring Kit is
recommended for this vehicle.
1. Remove four Phillips pushpins from the bottom of
the belly pan (driver’s side shown in photo). Set
pushpins aside to be reinstalled later.
Installation Instructions:
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2. Remove two Phillips pushpins from tabs on
the backside of the belly pan. Set bellypan and
pushpins aside to be reinstalled later.
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Handling of some cosmetic parts when
installing this product may require the
use of protective covers, rags, specialty
tools, etc. to prevent damage.
Possible location for the Bulb and Socket
Wiring Kit (BX8869)
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Do not use the towed vehicle for storing
luggage, equipment, etc. This may cause
you to exceed the towing capacity of the
tow bar, baseplate, and its accessories.

BX1126
2007-12 Jeep Wrangler
(Includes Sport)
Installation Instructions
3. Disconnect foglights from back side of metal
bumper. Using the 18mm socket, remove two
metric bolts on outside edge of frame. Do this
to both sides of vehicle. Set bolts aside to be
reinstalled later.
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4. Using the 18mm socket, remove two metric bolts
on inside edge of frame. Do this to both sides of
the vehicle. Set bolts aside to be reinstalled later.
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6. On the 2007-09 models: Using the reciprocating
saw, cut the lower frame extension ush with the
outside edge of the lower side bracket. Do this to
both sides of the vehicle. We recommend painting
the cut edges to prevent them from rusting.
5. Pull metal bumper forward and disconnect clips
from coax cable running along the backside of the
bumper. Set metal bumper aside to be reinstalled
later.
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7. On the 2007-09 models: Align the baseplate’s
lower hole with the existing lower hole in the frame,
insure baseplate is level with frame and clamp in
place with the vice grips. Do this to both sides of
the vehicle.

BX1126
2007-12 Jeep Wrangler
(Includes Sport)
Installation Instructions
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8. On the 2010 model and newer: Align the
baseplate’s lower hole with the existing middle hole
in the frame, insure baseplate is level with frame
and clamp in place with the vice grips. Do this to
both sides of the vehicle.
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9. Insert the 5/8-11 whiz nut into the frame end and
align with lower hole on the 2007-09s and the
middle hole on the 2010s. Install the 5/8-11 x 1 1/2”
hex bolt and 5/8” lock washer and tighten to whiz
nut. Be sure to use loctite on all bolts. Do this to
both sides of the vehicle.
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10. Using the baseplate as a template, drill the
remaining holes into the frame with the 17/32” drill
bit. Insert the 1/2-13 whiz nut into the frame end
and align with drilled holes. Install the spacer plate
between the baseplate and the frame (see white
arrow) and install 1/2-13 x 1 3/4” hex bolts and 1/2”
lock washers and tighten to whiz nuts (see grey
arrows). Do this to both sides of the vehicle.
11. Reinstall coax cable, metal bumper and bolts.
Connect foglights.
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BX1126
2007-12 Jeep Wrangler
(Includes Sport)
Installation Instructions
13. Attach the permanent baseplate safety cables to
the provided convenience link on the baseplate
(gray arrow). The photo above shows the
recommended installation of the cables to frame
of vehicle (white arrow). Additional options may
interfere with suggested mounting; in this case
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 to both sides of the
vehicle.
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Install the towbar and safety cables according to
the instructions provided in their packages. When
demonstrating this to the customer, be sure to include
all the contents and packages.
Do NOT substitute other devices if the tow bar pins
and clips are misplaced.
Shown without removable tabs installed Shown with removable tabs installed