Aftermarket hitch install DIY video

[Dechion]

I was going down a YouTube rabbit hole today, watching stuff about Mavericks. Something that I came across was this install video for an aftermarket hitch.

I know some folks bought one without, but would rather have one. whether it was because they got it off the lot or because they took it off their order as a potential constraint item.

This one looks like a pretty straight forward install, and includes part numbers and socket sizes as well.

Unfortunately it doesn't address the wiring for the lights.

If I remember correctly @fordvideoguy asked for similar info, so I'm tagging you in this as well.

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[Hot Runr Guy]

There's a 2nd video for the wiring.

HRG

 

[Atlas747]

How is this rated for 4K towing, when I have to purchase a more expensive 4K system from Ford? I went with the standard tow kit from the factory, now thinking this was a smarter decision.

 

[Hot Runr Guy]

How is this rated for 4K towing, when I have to purchase a more expensive 4K system from Ford? I went with the standard tow kit from the factory, now thinking this was a smarter decision.

Just because the hitch has a 4K capacity doesn't mean it re-sets the VEHICLE capacity limit. Heck, you could slide a 15K rated 2-5/16" ball & insert in that hitch, that doesn't make the vehicle 15K capable.

They could have easily brought out a 1-1/4" hitch, but I imagine that the 2" format is much more popular for bike racks and platforms.

HRG

 

[OleFordGuy]

This is the Curt hitch and wiring harness for the Maverick: https://www.curtmfg.com/all-products/2022/ford/maverick/

 

[fordvideoguy]

I was going down a YouTube rabbit hole today, watching stuff about Mavericks. Something that I came across was this install video for an aftermarket hitch.

I know some folks bought one without, but would rather have one. whether it was because they got it off the lot or because they took it off their order as a potential constraint item.

This one looks like a pretty straight forward install, and includes part numbers and socket sizes as well.

Unfortunately it doesn't address the wiring for the lights.

If I remember correctly @fordvideoguy asked for similar info, so I'm tagging you in this as well.

My aftermarket department did know (and didn't tell me) that the hitch could be mounted easily but they were still trying to answer the question about wiring before letting me know. There concern was with warranty issues if added to a non-hitch order. Thanks for the video, I will pass it along.

 

[Christenhildebrandt]

My aftermarket department did know (and didn't tell me) that the hitch could be mounted easily but they were still trying to answer the question about wiring before letting me know. There concern was with warranty issues if added to a non-hitch order. Thanks for the video, I will pass it along.

Thank you for looking into it Tim. Ditch the hitch didn't help this month with scheduling but hoping it will pay off in the long run.

 

[gte105u]

I've had Uhaul install hitches in the past with no issues. I would be careful until the Maverick gets more common with having them do it, they may not be as familiar and damage something.

As for the tow rating, we all know the Maverick is capable of more than 2k at base (at least on Ecoboost). It's the same engine and brakes, just some cooling upgrades. And since the electric tend to have more torque than ICE, I imagine the hybrid is as well. Not saying you should to more than the rating... But the hitch is class 3 which is typically 5k+ lbs (i.e. more than the vehicle itself is rated).

 

[Christenhildebrandt]

There's a 2nd video for the wiring.

HRG

This video makes me wonder if adding the hitch later will be worse the hassle. Hence why almost everyone put the hitch on as an option. Will stick with ditching the hitch to increase my hybrids ever small odds of being built.

 

[MakinDoForNow]

How is this rated for 4K towing, when I have to purchase a more expensive 4K system from Ford? I went with the standard tow kit from the factory, now thinking this was a smarter decision.

The hith rating has nothing to do with the towing capacity of the truck. The hitch rating is given so the buyer knows the maximum weight the hitch and only the hitch will handle. The 4k towing capacity for the truck requires that the truck be AWD to distribute the load to four drive shafts instead of two drive shafts. (The load on FWD 2K trailer is 1k per drive axle and on AWD 4K trailer is 1k per drive axle). Other things are also required to handle the additional heat, etc needed for 4k.

 

[wax87]

why wouldn't something like this work?

$90 as opposed to $300 for the U-Haul one

 

[OleFordGuy]

Just a guess, not wide enough to attach to anything substantial underneath the truck

 

[wax87]

Just a guess, not wide enough to attach to anything substantial underneath the truck

I don't think they would make something that does not fit.

 

[gte105u]

I don't think they would make something that does not fit.

What is that attaching to? Looks like it would just go to the bumper, maybe a bit of metal under there. Couldn't see that holding more than a couple hundred pounds. Not the same as the $300 one by a long stretch.

 

[Hot Runr Guy]

I don't think they would make something that does not fit.

Let me ask, is that listed as vehicle (Maverick) specific, or is it just something you found online?

HRG

Never mind, that's a Curt # 13333 for a Dodge Ram. https://www.curtmfg.com/part/13333

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