[WranglerChild]

Still trying to figure out why jeeps were made hitchless, but regardless.. I need one, and would like one.

Opinions on a good one? I've already talked to the dealership and all the wiring is there, behind the tail light so I just need a hitch & reciever. It'll need some drop it since I'm putting an end tire size of 35 and don't want have to get a new one when I go up in tire.

And any suggestions for a spare tire carrier? Something that will accomadate up to the 35 but be good for a 31 as well?

 

[UnlimiDozer]

Best bet on the hitch is to try to find an OEM one that someone pulled off. It will be less in the way than most receiver hitches and will have all the tow capacity that the Jeep does. If you're looking for better departure angle you could look for some of the bumpers with a receiver built in, but read carefully! Some of them specifically state that they are not rated for towing. :scratches head:

For tire carriers, there's a whole wide world of options out there that will meet your criteria. Do some searching and see what appeals to you.

 

[rcrupper]

Still trying to figure out why jeeps were made hitchless, but regardless.. I need one, and would like one.

Opinions on a good one? I've already talked to the dealership and all the wiring is there, behind the tail light so I just need a hitch & reciever. It'll need some drop it since I'm putting an end tire size of 35 and don't want have to get a new one when I go up in tire.

And any suggestions for a spare tire carrier? Something that will accomadate up to the 35 but be good for a 31 as well?

i have a factory one pulled off and will let it go for $50 shipped to you.. i am in houston so it shouldnt take long if you want it. it just bolts through the rear crossmember with 2 or 4 bolts, i would have to look but i have them..

Hitch only, no wiring....

let me know.

rob

 

[WranglerChild]

i have a factory one pulled off and will let it go for $50 shipped to you.. i am in houston so it shouldnt take long if you want it. it just bolts through the rear crossmember with 2 or 4 bolts, i would have to look but i have them..

Hitch only, no wiring....

let me know.

rob

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[FirstJeep]

I just installed this kit on my friends Jeep last weekend and it was a 30 minute job at most. Just "hot glue" the washers/nuts together (its makes it simple and faster) and you can easily install it without taking the bumper off...
The wiring harness plugs directly into the OE connectors so its well worth the price...

http://www.fortec4x4.com/Rugged-Rid...dge-11580.51-Receiver-Hitch-with-Wiring-Harness-for-07-up-Jeep-Wrangler-JK.html

 

[ramit]

I just installed this kit on my friends Jeep last weekend and it was a 30 minute job at most. Just "hot glue" the washers/nuts together (its makes it simple and faster) and you can easily install it without taking the bumper off...
The wiring harness plugs directly into the OE connectors so its well worth the price...

http://www.fortec4x4.com/Rugged-Rid...dge-11580.51-Receiver-Hitch-with-Wiring-Harness-for-07-up-Jeep-Wrangler-JK.html

I did the same kit , bought it else where, made identical to the factory and installs identical to the factory hitch .. easy to do.

when I ordered my rubi, checked it off on the list so I didn't have to bother when I got it. We had gotten my wife's off the lot.

Many after market rear bumpers are set up to accommodate the factory rear hitch. It's tucked up nice and high...

 

[GrayJ]

I just installed this kit on my friends Jeep last weekend and it was a 30 minute job at most. Just "hot glue" the washers/nuts together (its makes it simple and faster) and you can easily install it without taking the bumper off...
The wiring harness plugs directly into the OE connectors so its well worth the price...

http://www.fortec4x4.com/Rugged-Rid...dge-11580.51-Receiver-Hitch-with-Wiring-Harness-for-07-up-Jeep-Wrangler-JK.html

Same kit I bought just a little more expensive. I grabbed mine off of Amazon and got it delivered in 2 days and installed it in about 30 minutes and that included dropping the rear bumper.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004B61B34/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Muddy path 01]

got mine from quadrotec it was fast and easy just had to drop the rear bumper and the wiring harness plugs into the drivers side taillight four bolts hold it on to the frame did pull a 12 ft long trailer with 2 full size utility four wheelers did great

 

[xxxxxxxEast Coast Surf]

Got my through quadratec and Y harness from a local auto store took maybe a total of 20 minutes to have it all on and set up


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[MI JeepSkate]

i needed one to tow my little fishing boat, and for the rack ill be using for my ice shanty this year. i bought the premium one from quadratec with the harness. took me about 10 minutes, easy as pie. i love it, looks great, does the job, no complaints. even came to my house within 2 days

 

[xxxxxxxEast Coast Surf]

i needed one to tow my little fishing boat, and for the rack ill be using for my ice shanty this year. i bought the premium one from quadratec with the harness. took me about 10 minutes, easy as pie. i love it, looks great, does the job, no complaints. even came to my house within 2 days

Awesome!


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[terb]

Buying aftermarket sure beats this!!


2013 MODEL YEAR
JEEP WRANGLER
UNLIMITED RUBICON

Max Tow Package..........................$ 390
Class II Receiver Hitch
Trailer Tow with 4-Pin Connector Wiring

 

[xxxxxxxEast Coast Surf]

Buying aftermarket sure beats this!!


2013 MODEL YEAR
JEEP WRANGLER
UNLIMITED RUBICON

Max Tow Package..........................$ 390
Class II Receiver Hitch
Trailer Tow with 4-Pin Connector Wiring

Yeah but you get the stiffest rubicon shocks and spring package with that package.. Doesn't do anything to ride height just helps when your adding heavier aftermarket parts but you are right sure does beat the extra cash lol!


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[gold knight]

Yep super easy plug and play whether you get the mopar or aftermarket.

Yeah but you get the stiffest rubicon shocks and spring package with that package.. Doesn't do anything to ride height just helps when your adding heavier aftermarket parts but you are right sure does beat the extra cash lol!


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And also a towing flash to the PCM that does who knows what. When I added the rugged ridge tow hitch I considered having the Jeep flashed for towing but wasn't willing to pay the $100 the dealer wanted for the added voodoo.

 

[Riptide]

Buying aftermarket sure beats this!!


2013 MODEL YEAR
JEEP WRANGLER
UNLIMITED RUBICON

Max Tow Package..........................$ 390
Class II Receiver Hitch
Trailer Tow with 4-Pin Connector Wiring

Yeah but you get the stiffest rubicon shocks and spring package with that package.. Doesn't do anything to ride height just helps when your adding heavier aftermarket parts but you are right sure does beat the extra cash lol!

According to the sales guy at Derrik Dodge in Edmonton... that max tow package also has extra rads for cooling. Now my 2012 JKU (without max tow) still has 3 rads, so I'm not sure what the hell he's talking about, but just saying.

I'm not sure how you guys all installed your wiring in less than 20 mins. I must have spent 20 or so on the hitch (it's a PITA with the muffler there), and another few hours on the wiring. And it was too short... ended up splicing the +/- and extending those.

 

[xxxxxxxEast Coast Surf]

According to the sales guy at Derrik Dodge in Edmonton... that max tow package also has extra rads for cooling. Now my 2012 JKU (without max tow) still has 3 rads, so I'm not sure what the hell he's talking about, but just saying.

I'm not sure how you guys all installed your wiring in less than 20 mins. I must have spent 20 or so on the hitch (it's a PITA with the muffler there), and another few hours on the wiring. And it was too short... ended up splicing the +/- and extending those.

Went to a local truck shop had the. Order a it basically a plug and play deal I guess you could call it a pigtail.


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