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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Expert Reply:

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

Firstly congratulations on the purchase of your new 2022 Ford Ranger! When it comes to the baseplates that we offer that are confirmed to fit your 2022 Ford Ranger I recommend The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit #RM-524459-5. I like this…

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Answer 2

Generally, If a vehicle has a mechanical odometer, then you will accrue mileage on the odometer, and if you have an electronic odometer it usually does not, unless your towing requirements have the ignition in the ACC position where the electronic…

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Answer 3

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 4

Yes I pulled up the owners manual for your 2019 Ford Ranger 4x4 and it can be towed behind a motorhome with a tow dolly or with all four wheels on the ground with a tow bar. For a tow dolly we have the Demco Kar Kaddy SS part #DM9713045 which comes…

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Answer 5

The Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit part #RM-15267 is what I recommend for a 2022 Ford Ranger. This is a universal kit that works very well and comes with a coiled umbilical for easy hook-up and wire management. I don't…

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Answer 6

In order to use the NSA Ready Brute Elite Tow Bar on a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox with the Curt Custom Base Plate Kit part #C28FR, you'll also need to obtain the Base Plate Adapter Brackets for Ready Brute Elite Tow Bars part #BX88297.

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Answer 7

Your concerns are understood, but consumers of aftermarket products are protected by the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. This states that if something breaks on your vehicle and you take it in for warranty repair, the dealer must honor your…

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Answer 8

We have everything you need to flat tow your 2022 Ford Ranger 4x4. The first thing you need is a base plate kit like you mentioned with the Roadmaster part #RM-524459-5 which is the easiest to connect and disconnect from. In addition to the base…

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Answer 9

Personally I prefer the direct connect base plate kits like the part #RM-524459-5 as they are easier to connect/disconnect, are simpler overall like you said, and require keeping track of fewer things (the crossbar). While the crossbar does add…

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Answer 10

Since you'll be flat towing a vehicle instead of just towing a trailer with your 2021 Jayco Precept Motorhome you will need a supplemental braking system and not a standard trailer brake controller. Trailer brake controllers like the Tekonsha P3…

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Answer 11

Good question, and yes, Blue Ox base plates are absolutely compatible with the Curt Rambler Steel Tow Bar #C26FR. So you will not need any type of adapter to use the Rambler tow bar with the Blue Ox base plates that fit your 2021 Ford Ranger, the two…

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Answer 12

In order to flat-tow a 2021 Ford Ranger you'll need base plates, safety cables, tow bar, wiring harness, and supplemental braking system. I have attached my recommendations for these parts below. Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part…

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