That is either made out of spec or you have its just flat out installed wrong. Got any more pictures?
fill like it’s crooked and don’t know why? Will this cause a problem?
1/2" breaker bar, 3" extension and a 6 point impact socket. Piece of cake.
Did You install it yourself, or have a shop do it? It looks like one side was dropped during shipping. I would suggest exchanging it for another one, as your drawbar and / or hitch accessory (such as bike rack) will be leaning to one side.
fill like it’s crooked and don’t know why? Will this cause a problem?
I used a X wheel lug wrench - it usually has a 19mm on one corner - lay down under the truck foot on one part arm. on the opposite and get to it...... just make sure you're going the right direction.... don't as me why I added that last part........
no way in the world would I try to use that -- something looks to be seriously wrong
fill like it’s crooked and don’t know why? Will this cause a problem?
Update: I contacted draw-Tite and they are sending a new hitch
fill like it’s crooked and don’t know why? Will this cause a problem?
good! they generally make good stuff - how that got past the QC people- who knows? but glad they're fixing it for you. at least you got a practice instal
For $495 one installed from the factory and is covered under warranty seems like a deal to me.
if you order, sure. if you're choosing from dealer stock a surprising number don't have a hitch. I'm not sure what you'd warranty on a hitch, but if you're adding it I think it's going to be covered by like a 1 year or something, not the bumper-to-bumper anyway. from a technical standpoint the OEM and aftermarket options are pretty much identical. OEM gives a bit more clearance, aftermarket requires less drop. so mostly it's just looks & price. *all* factory tow options are overpriced, but the ranger isn't the worst offender.
What is there to warranty on a hitch? It’s square tube.....
So, If I only cared about the hitch and wiring, your correct. But I also want the other things that come with the Factory Tow Package, Trailer Sensors, Software (I know can be turned on with FORScan if all of the sensors and modules are installed). When you add that stuff up with the labor, I think you are much closer to the sticker price to add the tow package. I also understand about what a dealer may have on the lot, but the dealer can also install the package as well. When all of the stuff that comes with the tow package is covered under the bumper to bumper warranty for three years (maybe longer if the extended warranty is purchased) it is worth it for me. Each person has their own value and needs, but for me, it is well worth not worrying about if I installed it right, or will the nuts work their way off because of road vibration or is the wiring done correctly. So with the factory install, I have a piece of mind as well.
With the Factory Tow Package, the wiring is warrantied, the modules, the sensors, and everything that comes as part of the Tow Package. Now days, it is not just a square tube, it is a lot more.
