Aftermarket trailer hitch

[Boonsue]

Have the base model 22XL and didn't get the trailer hitch. Now want /need one but don't know if it's possible to get an aftermarket installed. Anyone done this?

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[WoodWorks]

I haven't done it, but...

https://www.etrailer.com/p-C84BR.html?hhyear=2022&hhmake=Ford&hhmodel=Maverick

I did install one of their hitches on my 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. It was a fairly simple DIY job, and they have how-to videos on their site.

 

[Hot Runr Guy]

Call U-Haul? Or these guys? https://tricktrucksmillsboro.com/

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[AutobahnSHO]

Look at links at the bottom of this thread- you can buy and install one yourself. Or pay someone else to do it.

I've done a minivan that just bolted on, and another which I had to remove the bumper and fish nuts through holes etc...

 

[Brianx]

XL EB owner here; when i saw that a hitch was only $100 when ordering i figured what the heck.

 

[JimKivi]

If you are handy, the more expensive of the two hitches that Harbor Freight sells is super stout, and a LOT cheaper than some of the above options. It is on my truck pictured to the right. Be advised that you will need an electronic adapter for the lights - don't just tap in. There are you tubes on the hitch installation.

 

[Crash11]

If you are handy, the more expensive of the two hitches that Harbor Freight sells is super stout, and a LOT cheaper than some of the above options. It is on my truck pictured to the right. Be advised that you will need an electronic adapter for the lights - don't just tap in. There are you tubes on the hitch installation.

What does the electronic adapter do?

 

[JimKivi]

It keeps you from having problems with the Mav lights. Here is a link to on, though you can beat this price. https://www.etrailer.com/t1-2023_Ford_Maverick.htm?&Redirect=8

 

[Street]

This is what I used. It requires trimming the top and drilling new holes.

TOPTOW 63805 RV Bumper Hitch... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CBMR2BLS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

 

[Crash11]

From what I understand, the module is a relay to protect the factory wiring from having to supply extra current. It's a relay that senses what lights are on for the truck, and allows power from the battery to go to the appropriate trailer lights. If this is the case and one used LED bulbs on the trailer, how much risk is there really with splicing direct to the wires on the vehicle that power the vehicle lights?

Edit: This is in response to Jim's message about the electronic adapter.

 

[Hot Runr Guy]

From what I understand, the module is a relay to protect the factory wiring from having to supply extra current. It's a relay that senses what lights are on for the truck, and allows power from the battery to go to the appropriate trailer lights. If this is the case and one used LED bulbs on the trailer, how much risk is there really with splicing direct to the wires on the vehicle that power the vehicle lights?

Edit: This is in response to Jim's message about the electronic adapter.

Guys that have tapped into the vehicle lights for tailgate strip lights have had problems, but YMMV.

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[Crash11]

Guys that have tapped into the vehicle lights for tailgate strip lights have had problems, but YMMV.

HRG

Interesting. Does anyone know of a way to buy just the electronic module with bare wires for cheaper? I would prefer to do the wiring and splicing myself rather than use the kits with all the connectors.

 

[Hot Runr Guy]

Interesting. Does anyone know of a way to buy just the electronic module with bare wires for cheaper? I would prefer to do the wiring and splicing myself rather than use the kits with all the connectors.

https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=Powered+Tail+Light+Converter+w/+4-Way+Flat

HRG

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