Recommended Trailer Hitch for 2002 Ford Ranger with Flareside or Stepside Bed
Question:
Hello I am looking for a rear hitch for my 2002 for ranger. It has flare sides I think that is the bed it has a step near the cab If you could help me that would be great thank you. Have a great day.
asked by: Keith
Expert Reply:
For your 2002 Ford Ranger with the Flareside or Stepside bed, I recommend the Draw-Tite Class III Max Frame Receiver Hitch # 75082. This Class III hitch is confirmed to fit your truck and will use existing holes in the vehicle frame to ease the installation process. Just note that the full size spare tire may not be able to be stored underneath the truck after the hitch is installed.
I have attached the complete installation instructions that you can use for reference.
If you plan on doing some towing and your Ford Ranger does not have a factory connector, I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118344. This custom harness will install by connecting directly to the factory ports behind the driver and passenger side tail lights. This will provide you with a 4-Way connector to connect with and power a trailer's signal lights.
If you also need a ball mount, I have included an article that explains how to choose the best one for your setup, along with a link that will take you to our available selection.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
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- 2 Inch Hitch
- 750 lbs WD TW
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