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Why isn't Tow Package offered on Base?

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Can someone explain to me why the tow package isn’t offered on the base model?
Because most people buying base would rather save a couple hundred dollars and do it themselves.
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This one may not be a bug.

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From the July 31st Ford Q & A

Q: Will the Base model Bronco be available with a tow package?
A: It's not available on the Base Bronco, but can be purchased as an aftermarket accessory.
 

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Have to look it up. It was part of a Q & A. I think Super Cel West.
Ok I will check those threads. Not that it really matters what any of them said at those shows at this point.
 

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Looks like the "tow package" is just a $600 receiver hitch?
If it's anything like the past couple decades of models, you'll be able to purchase the receiver hitch and the 4-pin controller will plug into the rear taillight harness somehow. I've added it to a few 3rd gen Explorers, Sport Trac, and finally a 4th gen explorer. the last explorer was the toughest b/c they hide it behind the rear bumper panel. I had to tear the entire rear plastic bumper off to tuck it up in there. was a pain, but only a couple hour effort...but the ford kit always looks better than the aftermarket ones that tend to hang much lower.

I expect to add the same to my base 2-door. I have an eco f150 for my towing, this will be for the fun stuff like jet skis, etc :)
 

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If it's anything like the past couple decades of models, you'll be able to purchase the receiver hitch and the 4-pin controller will plug into the rear taillight harness somehow. I've added it to a few 3rd gen Explorers, Sport Trac, and finally a 4th gen explorer. the last explorer was the toughest b/c they hide it behind the rear bumper panel. I had to tear the entire rear plastic bumper off to tuck it up in there. was a pain, but only a couple hour effort...but the ford kit always looks better than the aftermarket ones that tend to hang much lower.

I expect to add the same to my base 2-door. I have an eco f150 for my towing, this will be for the fun stuff like jet skis, etc :)
They will all be prewired for the trailer harness. Typically a "tow package" has other features other than just the plug and hitch. Oil/trans cooler, etc.
 

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They will all be prewired for the trailer harness. Typically a "tow package" has other features other than just the plug and hitch. Oil/trans cooler, etc.
Yep, when it's offered I usually pick it up. It's nicely integrated on my F150 w/ a controller, tow mode control, trans cooler, etc. It doesn't look like the new bronco is going to offer a brake controller or tow mode on any of the models, so it's probably little difference if the factory adds it, your dealer, or you later on?
 

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They will all be prewired for the trailer harness. Typically a "tow package" has other features other than just the plug and hitch. Oil/trans cooler, etc.
From the Ford Q & A

Q: What is included in the tow package? Do broncos without a tow package still include a hitch?
A: Trailer tow package comes with an optional 2" receiver hitch and trailer wiring
 

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Well I see this as a win, because it appears all you get is the hitch & wiring. I can get both for half as much elsewhere. Thanks for saving me money Ford!
 

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These prices have left the V6 BaseSquatch looking PREEEETTTTTYY DAMN GOOD to me.
I want the cushy goodies, but that rig gets you the necessary horsies for the rig.
 

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Patience people... you don't have to order today. There are numerous bugs and we don't need to create a thread for each of them. At least with have the B&P to play around with now.
 
 


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