Blue Ox BX2177 User manual

© 2005, 07, 08, 09, 10 Blue Ox Division, Automatic Equipment Mfg. Co. • One Mill Road, Industrial
Park
TM
BX2177 Installation Instructions
2005-10 F-350, 2wd/ 4wd, Incl. Super Duty
Serial No.
The cross member, lower air dam, and tow hooks are removed for baseplate installation.
Tow hooks are not reinstalled. Holes need to be drilled. Attachment tabs are 28 3/8 inches center to center
and 25 inches in height. The BX8869 is available for the vehicle.
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1. Using the 21MM socket, remove three (3)
bolts on cross member, both sides. Set cross
member aside.
2. Remove nine (9) bolts from the plastic air dam,
just under metal bumper, with the 6MM socket.
3. Just forward of front leaf springs and behind
metal bumper, are three (3) bolts on tow hook to
remove using the 15MM socket. Pull tow hook
forward and set aside, both sides. Tow hooks
will NOT be reinstalled.
4. With the 18MM socket, remove the two (2)
bolts from metal bumper openings, on both
sides.
5. Hold baseplate into opening for tow hook to
align with back hole, insert a 1/2"-13 x 1-3/4"
bolt with a 1/2" lock washer and tighten.
Refer to drawing on last page. Be sure and
use loctite on all bolts before tightening.
6. Reinstall four (4) existing bolts and
tighten. Using the 17/32" drill bit, drill
out remaining holes in baseplate.
Be sure and use loctite on all
bolts before tightening.

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8. Reinstall plastic air dam and cross member.
9. The dimensional variations between otherwise identical cars can be considerable. While the baseplate
was designed for easy installation, it may be necessary to tailor the baseplate slightly to compensate
for auto manufacturers' tolerances. These minor adjustments may include ling a hole slightly, bending
electrical rods, adding shims and/ or bending endplates.
10. Install the tow bar and safety cables according to the instructions included in their packages.
11. Do not substitute other devices if the tow bar pin and clip are lost.
7. Insert 1/2"-13 x 1-3/4" bolts into the face of
the baseplate and install 1/2" lock washers
and 1/2"-13 hex nuts on the back side of
metal bumper. Install the remaining two (2)
1/2"-13 x 1-3/4" bolts with 1/2" lock washers
into the existing tow hook holes on the
bottom side. Do this on both sides of the
vehicle. Tighten all hardware. Be sure and
use loctite on all bolts before tightening.
2005 F-350

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Park
TM
Parts List
Ref. No. Qty. Part No. Description
1 1 61-6125 .............................................................. Weldment, Base Plate, DS, BX2177
2 1 61-6126 .............................................................. Weldment, Base Plate, PS, BX2177
3 10 201-0068 .............................................................. 1/2-13 x 1 3/4 Hex Bolt, Grd. 5, ZP
4 10 203-0012 .................................................................................... 1/2 Lock Washer, ZP
5 4 202-0005 .......................................................................................1/2-13 Hex Nut, ZP
6 1 101-6135 ..........................................................................Electrical, Bracket, BX2160
7 4 201-0569 .................................................................. 1/4-20 x 3/4 Hex Bolt, Grd. 5,ZP
8 4 203-0008 .................................................................................... 1/4 Lock Washer, ZP
9 2 203-0001 ......................................................................................1/4 Flat Washer, ZP
10 4 202-0069 ........................................................................1/4-20 Hex Whiz Nut, LocZP
11 2 201-0192 ................................................................. #10-32 x 1/2 Slot, Rd. Hd. Screw
12 2 203-0054 ..........................................................................................#10 Lock Washer
13 2 202-0047 ............................................................................................ #10-32 Hex Nut
14 2 101-5822 ........................................................................... Adapter, 4 Way Connector
E 4 ..................................................................................................... Existing Metric Bolts
2 226-0049 ........................................ Baseplate Safety Cable, 36" CL IV (Not Shown)
4 229-0512 .................................................................... Quicklink, 1/2, ZP (Not Shown)
IMPORTANT: Use only genuine factory replacement parts on your Base Plate. Do not substitute
homemade or nontypical parts. If a bolt is lost or in need of replacement, for your safety and the
preservation of your Base Plate, be sure to use a replacement bolt of the same grade (Usually Grade
5, refer to parts list). Repair 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
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Tools Required
8MM Socket 21MM Socket 17/32" Drill Bit
15MM Socket 3/4" Socket Vise Grips
Loctite Red
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
6 WAY ROUND
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4 WAY ROUND
ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
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Permanent Baseplate Safety Cable Installation
Permanent baseplate safety cables are strongly recommended when towing a vehicle with a tow bar.
The principle function of the permanent baseplate safety cables is to prevent the towed vehicle from
breaking loose in the event the connection between the frame of the towed vehicle and the baseplate
fails or becomes disconnected. The cables must be connected from the baseplate to the frame rail
or cross member of the vehicle’s frame. The illustrations below show the possible arrangements
recommended by Blue Ox®. Each permanent baseplate safety cable must have an adequate weight
rating for the towing system. The weight rating of the two (2) cables together will not qualify.
Do not mount the permanent baseplate safety cables against wires, hoses or brake lines.
These permanent baseplate safety cables should remain installed as long as the baseplate is
installed on the vehicle. Permanent baseplate safety cables are to be used in conjunction with,
and NOT a replacement for legally required safety cables attaching the towed vehicle to the towing
vehicle.
Notice To Baseplate Installer
1. It is YOUR responsibility to watch for:
• Oil cooler and air conditioner lines
• Electrical wires and hoses
• Missing parts or attaching points on the frame
 **Ifthebaseplateisimproperlyinstalledandisagainstawireorhose,itcouldcauseuidleaksor
electrical shorts some time after the actual baseplate installation.
General Information
1. Ensure that your product(s) are registered online at www.blueox.com. It is crucial to register your product(s)
so that you may be alerted of product offerings, updates, upgrades, maintenance and safety bulletins, and/
or recalls.
2. 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specications.
3. It is the owner’s responsibility to hook up all towing equipment per manufacturer’s instructions/
recommendations.
4. Remove the attachment tabs when not in use (if applicable).

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