Do I need the tow package if I only want the hitch

[mC.242]

Ford has said it's none of those things.

Literally a super-expensive hitch and wires.

Transmission cooler is std on the AT, so the tow package is just the hitch and wire harness I assume.

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[Bigmoose]

For comparison my 2019 Flex didn't have the factory tow package. Easy enough to add a Curt hitch. Sway control is disabled in the system without the factory option, however if you are handy with forscan it can probably be re-enabled. As far as wiring my flex had all the fuses, relays, and wiring to the rear for towing. All I had to do was buy a different rear harness that had the towing plugs for about $70.

 

[Used2jeep]

My major concern is/was how soon will there be aftermarket options. I have an off-road trailer and I'm not going to want to wait for an aftermarket option to show up to use it.

Rethinking that now that I know I won't see my Bronco until 2022.

The accessory tow package doesn't include install. That's probably the difference in price. I may just opt to buy the accessory and do the install myself.

There was another thread about aftermarket, I think it was from @618TRVLWILD re: 4WP. They mentioned "after the first 100 machines were built then they could release their products". I would suspect that Reese/Curt/Draw-Tite would have similar options with the same timeframe.

 

[Axxlrod]

What exactly is involved in installing the hitch after we buy the Bronco?

Does it just bolt on or does it need to be welded?

I only need a receiver for my bike rack.

 

[Used2jeep]

My major concern is/was how soon will there be aftermarket options. I have an off-road trailer and I'm not going to want to wait for an aftermarket option to show up to use it.

Rethinking that now that I know I won't see my Bronco until 2022.

The accessory tow package doesn't include install. That's probably the difference in price. I may just opt to buy the accessory and do the install myself.

There was another thread about aftermarket, I think it was from @618TRVLWILD re: 4WP. They mentioned "after the first 100 machines were built then they could release their products". I would suspect that Reese/Curt/Draw-Tite would have similar options with the same timeframe.

EDIT:

This is for Ranger but just wanted to show how "simple" they can be to add:
electrical and hitch

 

[Used2jeep]

What exactly is involved in installing the hitch after we buy the Bronco?

Does it just bolt on or does it need to be welded?

I only need a receiver for my bike rack.

The "group think" is that it will be a bolt on and plug in affair. Easy peasy.

 

[Mr Toad]

Okay, I might be showing off how little I understand about cars here but...
I want a tow hitch for a bike rack/snow sport rack, but have no intention of ever actually towing with it. Do I need the entire tow package, which to my understanding changes other specs on the vehicle, or is there a way to just add this after market?

An aftermarket receiver is all you need if you only want to carry receiver mounted accessories. I have a detailed post with video here on installing a receiver as well as wiring.
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/adding-a-7-pin-factory-wiring-harness.77345/post-2148319

 

[ABorges]

Okay, I might be showing off how little I understand about cars here but...
I want a tow hitch for a bike rack/snow sport rack, but have no intention of ever actually towing with it. Do I need the entire tow package, which to my understanding changes other specs on the vehicle, or is there a way to just add this after market?

You do not save your money.

 

[cbrenthus]

I’m guessing this was figured out over the last three years

 

[Brian_B]

You do not save your money.

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