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Old May 22, 2006 | 09:30 PM
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Question Hitch Question

I have a 1992 Ford Ranger and a buddy of mine has a Reese Hitch off of a 2000 Chevy S-10. Is the frame the same width apart and can I make it fit without a lot of work.Thanks
 
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Old May 22, 2006 | 10:04 PM
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I doubt it. The best way is to get under there and measure, but if it's not mounted really good I wouldn't reccommend hauling any great weight on it.

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Old May 22, 2006 | 11:50 PM
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Most hitches are not only made to go on a frame a certain width, but also to mount to existing holes. Keeps drilling the large mounting holes down. I can't say for sure, but I would guess that the frame width is different, and the hole alignment would be off as well. And drilling holes that large to mount it wouldn't be that fun.

So unless you plan on welding it on, the changes will take a good bit of time.
 
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Old May 23, 2006 | 08:30 AM
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I don't know about other states, but from what I have been told it is illegal to weld a hitch to the frame in Wisconsin. May want to check the laws locally, expecially if you have an inspection requirement.
 
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Old May 23, 2006 | 10:20 AM
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It is illegal here.

eBay it and buy a Ranger hitch!

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Zach
 
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Old May 23, 2006 | 01:38 PM
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What years of ranger hitches will work if I buy a used one?Thanks
 
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Old May 23, 2006 | 01:50 PM
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When I got mine, it was supposedly good for 94 and up, so, following that logic, 93 and older should be okay for your situation.
 
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Old May 23, 2006 | 01:55 PM
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I have a 04 150 that I wish to install a Hitch on. Is this as simple as bolting on the hitch. What about the 7 pin wiring, can I just buy some type of plug-in-wire harnis?

Tom
 
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Old May 23, 2006 | 02:02 PM
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Try asking in the F-150 forum. Though typically, if it's made for your truck, it will just bolt right on. Wiring adaptors can be had at Walmart, Autozone, etc.

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Old May 23, 2006 | 10:22 PM
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Go to Farm & Fleet, that's where I bought mine. They have eveything you need...from the hitch, to the trailer ball, to the lighting and electrical hookups...
 
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