Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2022 Ford Ranger behind Motorhome
Published 05/15/2023
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My 2022 Ford Ranger 4x4 will be towed behind a Class A. I’m doing my own install. I need everything and I’m looking for a plug-n-play setup. What do you recommend?
asked by: Dennis
Helpful Expert Reply:
The first thing you need to flat tow your 2022 Ford Ranger is a base plate kit like the Blue Ox part # BLU77XR that you referenced. The Blue Ox setups are the easiest to use so we recommend them highly.
In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. One of the most popular compatible tow bars is the Blue Ox Avail # BX7420 which comes with safety cables. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.
For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.
And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.
Most likely you will also need a high low adapter so that the tow bar will be level when you are flat towing. I attached a link to a page that has all of the ones we carry.
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Completely Hidden
- Blue Ox
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