Spare Tire Bracket Relocation for Curt Class II Recevier on 2001 Ford Ranger
Question:
Will I still be able to use Spare Tire Mount with this Hitch Installed?
asked by: Joe N
Expert Reply:
According to Curt Manufacturing, installing the Class II Receiver Hitch, part # 12012 will NOT require relocation of the spare tire bracket. Although not expressly mentioned in the instructions, temporarily lowering the spare tire can make the install a bit easier by providing easier access to the rear frame members that the hitch is attached to.
Might I make a suggestion? The Curt Class III Receiver, part # 13138 is actually a bit less expensive, has a higher tow and tongue weight rating and in my opinion, is better looking. As a practice, I always recommend a Class III receiver over a Class II. In addition to the higher capacity, a Class III receiver will offer you a greater selection of accessories, like a cargo carrier or bike rack. Curt states that this hitch will not require relocation of the spare tire bracket.
If you click on the provided link, you can review the installation instructions for both receiver hitches.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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