Can I Use a Tow Dolly to Flat-Tow My 2022 Ford Ranger 4x4?

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I KNOW I CAN TOW THIS VEHICLE FOUR WHEELS FLAT, IF I PUT THE FRONT WHEELS ON A DOLLY, WILL THIS EFFECT THE TOWING OF IT. I.E. LUBRICATION IN THE FRT. AXLE? GOT TO RENT A U-HAUL WANTED TO TOW RANGER BEHIND US? WHAT DO YOU THINK, I KNOW JAMESON HAS DONE IT WITH THE 2019 RANGER 4X4. THANKS

asked by: Dale O

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I went ahead and confirmed with your Ford owner's manual that you can only flat-tow your 2022 Ford Ranger 4x4 by flat-towing it with all four wheels on the ground. You can potentially damage the truck/void any warrantees if you attempt to use a tow dolly with your Ranger.

With that being said, we have a great selection of parts for your Ranger to flat tow it. For the recommended setup, I suggest the following:

- Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # RM-524459-5
- Roadmaster Falcon 2 Tow Bar - Motorhome Mount - 2" Hitch # RM-520
- Brake Buddy Classic 3 # HM39494 with the required Brake Light Relay # RM-88400
- Blue Ox Safety Cables # BX88196
- Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-152-98146-7

The great thing about the Roadmaster base plate kit is that is simply installs into your Ranger's chassis. It comes with all required hardware. As far as the Falcon 2 tow bar, it allows for you to easily release your vehicle even in uneven ground and simply slides into the RV's hitch receiver without the need of a ball mount. In addition, you will also receive the proportional action of the Brake Buddy Classic which applies the Ranger's brakes at the same level that you apply the brakes to your RV. With the Brake Buddy, you need the relay kit in order to keep your Ranger's brake signal from overriding the turn signal sent by your RV. With the diode kit, this will allow you to connect your RV's tail, brake, and turn signal lights to your truck's lighting system.

As with all flat-towing applications, we always recommend consulting with your owner's manual to make sure you abide by all other guidelines.

I went ahead and attached some super helpful installation videos for your convenience.

expert reply by: Bob C

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Answer 1

Hey Richard. Yes, the Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles item #RM-88400 is exactly what you need to get the lights on your 2025 Ford Ranger synched up with the functions on your RV. I've linked an installation video below along…

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Answer 2

You will want the Second Vehicle Breakaway Kit for Blue Ox Patriot Supplemental Braking Systems #BRK2505. This will give you the switch and the wire you need as well as the connection cable. This will work with the older and newer models of Patriot…

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Answer 3

The stainless steel construction of the Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Ball Set part #902B is going to be much more weather resistant than the nickel plated steel of the Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Ball Set part #900B. There shouldn't be any…

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Answer 4

The Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Set , #900b, hitch balls attach to the included post and shank by the locking pins. The correct size ball is put on the post and the holes are lined up. Then the locking pin is pushed in place thru the holes and…

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Answer 5

You are correct! The thickness of the ball mount platform is 1 inch. We have hitch balls that will fit with capacities up to 7,000 lbs. The hitch ball shank length needs to be at least 2 inches. We also have convert-a-ball hitch balls that go up to…

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Answer 6

The Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Trailer Ball Kits are perfectly safe up to their 10K capacity, just as safe as a standard one-piece trailer ball, so you'll have no worries there. This is without a doubt the type of interchangeable ball I'd…

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Answer 7

Yes, for the 2022 Ford Ranger you should install the Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit, #RM-88400 along with the Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit, #RM-15267; the installation instructions are linked below. Having a Ford vehicle…

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Answer 8

Yes, I am sure that there are many people out there with your similar concerns. Since an interchangeable hitch ball set like part #63803 has the quick-release mechanism on the top of the ball, it is very possible for water to get in here. In an…

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Answer 9

I have a great way to locate installers near you. On each product page, there is a link that says Need help with installation? Locate installers near me." From that link, you can input your zip code and find our recommended installers in your…

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Answer 10

The Convert-A-Ball #901B will meet your tow ball needs. This interchangeable ball has the ability to have a 2 inch ball or 1-7/8 inch ball, the length of the shank is 2-1/2 inches and the diameter of the shank is 1 inch, and has a towing capacity of…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

Both the Roadmaster and Blue Ox tow bars are great options. But if it was my decision to make I would go with the Blue Ox Avail part #BX7420 as we have found that the Blue Ox tow bars are a little easier to connect and disconnect from. Also this tow…

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