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Old 04-20-2012, 02:34 PM
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Will a 1999 ranger tow hitch bolt onto my 2006 ranger
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Old 04-20-2012, 03:21 PM
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yes
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Old 04-20-2012, 03:44 PM
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Default Re: tow hitch

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yes
To elaborate the frames should be the same.
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Old 04-20-2012, 04:00 PM
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Default Re: tow hitch

no need to elaborate.. its simple yes it will
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Old 04-20-2012, 04:44 PM
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it doesn't come with the bolts.. where could i get some and what would they be.
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Old 04-20-2012, 05:41 PM
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grade 8... that fits the holes and length
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Old 04-21-2012, 12:19 PM
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does anyone have a pic of how their hitch is mounted up under the truck
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Old 04-21-2012, 06:19 PM
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mine uses grade 10.9 metric bolts.



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Old 04-22-2012, 02:52 PM
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thanks
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Old 04-25-2012, 05:53 PM
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ok new problem. i got the hitch from the 99 ranger.. i went to do a test fit and the hitch is about 1-2 inches to wide to fit on the inside of the bed rails to bolt on.. any ideas how i can get just a little more clearance to get this thing mounted.. anyone had the same issues
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