Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver And Wiring For 2005 Ford Ranger

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Im interested in this model for application on a 2005 Ford Ranger, 4cylinder, 2.3L, 2 door, rear wheel drive, short bed. Its the most basic of basic models. Need the 2 inch receiver for Thule bike rack. A few questions: 1 Will installation of this hitch interfere with the spare tire mounted under the bed? In other words, will it mount around the spare tire? 2 Does the installation require mount holes to be drilled in the truck frame or do the holes match on this particular year model ranger? 3 At what height does the hitch sit above ground level once mounted? In other words, whats the ground clearance? Also, since my primary use is for a bike rack it may get used very rarely to pull a small utility trailer, is there a step bumper receiver hitch that mounts directly to/under the step bumper on this model? Thanks in advance.

asked by: Beau

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For your 2005 Ford Ranger, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Class III - 2" # 13138 is a confirmed fit. It does not require the spare tire be moved. It will require on some models drilling two 1/2 inch holes into frame at forward end of hitch. It will be about 16 inches from the top of the receiver opening to the ground. For all bike racks and non-towing applications, Curt requires the use of a stabilizing strap # 18050.

Most of these Rangers are prewired with a factory 4-way flat. If not, you will need to use a hardwire kit like # 18252.

For towing, I recommend the etrailer.com ball mount kit for 2 inch hitches # 989900. Because it will be rare for you to tow, having access to the right equipment to make it easy to tow multiple trailers level is important. This kit will give you two hitch balls, to different rise or drop ball mounts and the pin and clip all in a nice bag for storage.

For your bike rack, there are many options. I've linked the page to all our hitch mounted bike racks for you. Let me know if you need a recommendation.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

We have trailer hitches for your 2004 Ford Ranger that are designed to fit a full size spare tire, but unfortunately Draw-Tite does not provide a list of what size spare tires will and will not fit to determine if your P225/70-15 size spare tire will…

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For your 2007 Ford Ranger, I'd recommend the Curt Class III hitch, part #13019. This hitch is reasonably priced, but still provides a full 4000 lb towing capacity/ 400 lb tongue weight capacity. The Curt Class 3 hitch part #13088 is a fit for the…

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The best hitch for your 2023 Ford Ranger is going to be the Curt Hitch item #C13417. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Ranger with included hardware. I really like the Curt hitch because it installs behind your rear bumper and the crossbar…

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For your 2004 Ford Ranger with a full size spare and stepside bed, I recommend the Curt Class III Round Tube Receiver Hitch #13138. This is a Class III trailer hitch that will provide a 2 inch receiver opening with a 400 pound tongue weight capacity…

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Numerous customers with Ford Rangers have found that Curt trailer hitch #13019 does fit without having to remove the spare tire or with tire interference. More customers actually commented on this for hitch #13138 with several of the reviews stating…

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You will be able to install the Curt Trailer Hitch, #13138, on your 1994 Ford Ranger and still keep the factory spare tire in position under the truck bed. After installing the hitch, you will need a 19 millimeter, open-ended wrench to remove the…

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I'm not 100% sure what size tire came on your 2006 Ford Ranger but if the 245/75R16 spare you have is the stock tire then you won't have any problems with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #13138 installed. We did have a customer send in a…

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The difference between the Curt Class III Receiver Hitch part #13019 and the Curt Class III Receiver Hitch part #13138 is strictly aesthetics. The square tube option is a bit more cost effective and it matches the body lines on your 1992 Ford Ranger…

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I can help explain the difference between the listing for towing weight and weight distribution towing capacity for you. Let's use the Draw-Tite Class V Trailer Hitch #DT45502, which is a confirmed fit for you 1992 Ford, that you were looking at.…

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I recommend Curt Class III Round Tube Receiver Hitch part #13138 to fit the 2007 Ford Ranger with 16 inch spare tire. The Curt Trailer hitch is designed to fit around the spare tire and the installation does not require the spare tire to be removed…

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The Curt Trailer Hitch #13138 will fit on your 2008 Ford Ranger with a full sized standard spare tire mounted on the bottom of your truck. This hitch is specifically made to accommodate the spare tire carried under 2008 Ford Rangers and our customers…

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Answer 12

I am happy to help you with the parts needed in order to tow your trailer with electric brakes. You are on the right track with the products that you referenced. Some vehicles allow for custom wiring adapters to install a brake controller, but there…

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