Can 2001 Ford Ranger 2x4 Be Flat Towed
Question:
Can a 2001 Ford ranger 4x4 with a transfer case switch that only has 2hi, 4lo, and 4hi only be flat towed with tow bar or tow dolly
asked by: Jeff B
Expert Reply:
You can flat tow your 2001 Ford Ranger 4x4 as long as you have the manual transmission. If you have the automatic transmission you will be limited to 50 miles/35 mph unless you disconnect the driveshaft. Make sure to verify this information by checking your owner's manual.
To safely flat tow your truck you will need a tow bar, base plates, safety cables, wiring, and a supplemental braking system. I recommend the following:
-Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # 483-1 (Fits XL and XLT. If you have the Edge use # 477-1)
-Roadmaster Falcon All-Terrain Tow Bar # RM-522
-RoadMaster 68" Single Hook, Coiled Safety Cables # RM-643
-Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267
-Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR with Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit # RM-88400
More than likely you will also need a high-low adapter to keep your setup level. I have attached a helpful article below which shows how to measure and choose the correct adapter. I also added a link to all of our available high-low adapters for your reference.
Products Referenced in This Question
Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Hitch Pin Attachment
- Roadmaster
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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- Recurring Set-Up
- Portable System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- 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
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Light Relay
- 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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