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Lookin for the thread concerning raising the rear tow hitch after 3" BL. I've searched through the threads and couldn't find anything. I know i saw one awhile back but i can't find it anymore. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!
 
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cut move up weld gusset more weld paint reinstall...
 
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I guess i should add i have a factory hitch that bolts the sides as well as the bottom of the frame.
 
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yep same process...

just cut the side support plates on the side and move up some.. weld then add extra support weld on then paint and install
 
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search is good too...

https://www.ranger-forums.com/forum2...ght=hitch+weld thats Jewlers i think he needs more gusseting


here shane he did a better job on welding it

https://www.ranger-forums.com/forum2...4&postcount=16
 
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haha..i did search but obviously not good enough!! thanks zack. I think i'm going the route shane did. Looks more sturdy and can be taken off and on more easily. Actually shanes thread was the one i remembered seeing don't know how i missed it this time around.
 
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Originally Posted by Redneckstone
here shane he did a better job on welding it

https://www.ranger-forums.com/forum2...4&postcount=16
THANKS STONE!!
 
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here shane he did a better job on welding it

Don't make his head bigger than it already is!! haha
 
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