Flat Tow 2021 Ford Ranger With Parts From Colorado

Updated 05/10/2021 | Published 05/01/2021

Products Featured in This Question

Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

(3493)

$575.00

Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Straight Adapter Cord

(3386)

$200.82

Roadmaster 64" Single Hook, Straight Safety Cables - 8,000 lbs

(361)

$66.71

Question:

Please recommend the necessary parts to prepare a 2021 Ford Ranger for flat towing. I currently pull a Chevy Colorado with a Roadmaster All Terrain tow bar that uses a crossbar for the base plates and has a Demco stay and play duo braking system. I would prefer not to have to deal with a cross bar unless I have to. I would like to also have a built in braking system on the Ford Ranger and all the necessary wiring equipment. I had the Colorado flat tow equipment installed at your facility in Wentsville and you guys did a fabulous job. Will you be able to do the install for the Ford Ranger? If so what type of lead time would you need.

asked by: Noel L

Expert Reply:

To flat tow your 2021 Ford Ranger you can use the Roadmaster # RM-524459-5 "Direct-Connect" base plate kit (instead of crossbar style) that will work with the Roadmaster # RM-522 "Falcon" att terrain, non-binding tow bar that you already have. You mentioned that you already have safety cables - other wise see the Roadmaster # RM-645 cables.

When your coach and towed vehicle are hitched together on level ground, the tow bar should be within 3” of level, otherwise you will need to add a High-Low Adapter. I have attached an article explaining how to measure for an adapter, and a link to a page showing all of our adapters.

You will additionally need a flat towing wiring kit like the Roadmaster # RM-152-98146-7.

You didn't mention if you are taking your supplemental braking kit to your new truck. If you need one check out the Brake Buddy # HM39524.

We will likely be able to install these parts when you are ready. Just let me know.