Parts Needed to Flat Tow 1999 Ford Ranger 2WD
Question:
what do I need to flat tow a 1999 ford ranger 2w drive behind a motor home
asked by: FLOYD S
Expert Reply:
There are a number of parts needed in order to flat tow your 1999 Ford Ranger with 2WD, which I'll list for you:
- Base Plate Kit: Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # 483-1
- Tow Bar: Roadmaster Falcon Tow Bar # RM-522
- Safety Chains: RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643
- Wiring Kit: Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267
- Supplemental Braking System: SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System # SM99251 OR if your motorhome has air brakes: SMI Air Force One Supplemental Braking System for Motor Homes with Air Brakes # SM99243
- Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-88400
Base plates are vehicle-specific and the Roadmaster Base Plates are a fit for your '99 Ranger and the brackets will give your truck a clean look because the brackets are mostly hidden under the front bumper when the drawbars are removed. The Falcon tow bar is a great option because it has long arms which make it easier to maneuver when towing.
The wiring kit is designed to effectively prevent electrical feedback to keep your Ranger's electrical system safe, and the SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO as well as the SMI Air Force ONe supplemental braking systems are highly recommended because they a one-time install which you can leave in so you'll never have to deactivate or reactivate them.
I have also added links to video reviews and installations for you to take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Flat Tow Wiring Harness
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar - Non-Binding - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 6000 lbs
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Crossbar
- Fits Roadmaster Base Plates - Direct Connect
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Roadmaster
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RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables - 6,000 lbs
- Safety Cables
- Coiled Cables
- 68 Inch Long
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Snap Hooks
- Coated Cables
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Light Relay
- Roadmaster
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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Demco
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Flat Tow Brake System
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Tow Bar Base Plate
- Removable Draw Bars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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