Help in finding proper hitch for Ranger

[Búzios]

Hi, I'd like to know where I can find a cheap hitch receiver for my Ranger 3.0 <br />I've checked several websites and found one for $108. Are there minimum requirements for a good receiver?<br /><br />And they all say "install it yourself"...do they really mean it? Or do I need a lift and a welder?<br /><br />Thanks in advance...

 

[JB]

Re: Help in finding proper hitch for Ranger

Howdy, B.<br /><br />How much do you want to tow? The OEM Ranger bumper hitch is a class II (2000lb), and I wouldn't recommend towing more than that with a 3.0. A check of a few wrecking yards should get you a step bumper.<br /><br />Good luck.

 

[araiha]

Re: Help in finding proper hitch for Ranger

Receiver hitches are bolt-on. Most use existing frame holes. Some 'might' require a litle drilling. Not hard, start with a center punch and go up by graduated drill bit sizes, with sharp bits and cutting oil. <br /><br />The rear bumper on our 91 ranger seems very cheap. I would not trust a trailer over minimal weight (500 pounds) on it. It may be rated higher, but a receiver (class III) gives you a much better margin of safety.<br /><br />$108 is a good price.

 

[Búzios]

Re: Help in finding proper hitch for Ranger

My new tow which I plan to buy next month will be an 18-19 ft runabout between 2500lbs and 2900lbs (haven't decided exatly which boat model)<br /><br />Living in florida and its flat terrain, I'm confident the 3.0 can take that. Matter of fact I'm pullin 2000lbs. as it is for a year now, so far no problem.<br /><br />By the way how many kinds of bumpers for the Ranger are there?

 

[JB]

Re: Help in finding proper hitch for Ranger

Hi, B.<br /><br />Don't. <br /><br />You will not be able to pull the boat up a ramp without burning your clutch up, but worse, you will not be able to stop the rig in an emergency.

 

[DJ]

Re: Help in finding proper hitch for Ranger

Buzios,<br /><br />I remember your last post. JB is right-don't.<br /><br />You are ASKING for it, towing that load with that truck with the manual trans.