2019 Ranger Build Thread

[HoosierT]

Finally got it put on last night in the snow. Gonna drive around with it for a few days to make sure everything holds up well. I did plan for the overhang but needed the space for my family of four. The aesthetic doesn’t bother me and the tent is plenty supported so it should be fine.

 

[WalkerTexasRanger]

Go Fast Camper went on today and it’s been worth the wait. Up in Montana for the day/night with tomorrow’s plan to visit Yellowstone and Grand Tetons before heading towards home. Too cold to spend the night in Yellowstone in the tent this trip sadly. More photos to come over the weekend!

 

[HoosierT]

Go Fast Camper went on today and it’s been worth the wait. Up in Montana for the day/night with tomorrow’s plan to visit Yellowstone and Grand Tetons before heading towards home. Too cold to spend the night in Yellowstone in the tent this trip sadly. More photos to come over the weekend!View attachment 140102

Oh man, that’s a beauty. That setup is gonna treat you so well. Can’t wait to see some open pics!

 

[WalkerTexasRanger]

Hey Hoosier, when you get the time can you show off your 12V outlet in the bed of the truck and how you wired it up?

 

[HoosierT]

Hey Hoosier, when you get the time can you show off your 12V outlet in the bed of the truck and how you wired it up?

Hey Chase, here you go:

2019 Ranger Build Thread

Keep the updates coming. The new Ranger is high on my list for my first rig.

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On the wiring, you have to make sure you buy the harness from Ford when you order the socket. There's already a harness running all the way to the bed that gets used for any truck getting the 12v from the factory. That harness is on the driver's side and is zip tied on top of the frame. Just clip it loose, pull the dummy plug out of it, and plut in the newly purchased harness that goes from the existing harness to the back of the 12v plug. Hope that helps!

 

[WalkerTexasRanger]

@HoosierT quick question, do you happen to know what wires in/around the bed of the Rangers are always hot? I’ve searched a couple forums and the oem 12v bed socket (the one you have) cuts power after a bit. I’m thinking I may be able to tap into brake light wires? The wife bought me this https://mattgeckoleds.com/shop/ols/products/go-fast-led-light-kit-upper-lower and I’m wanting it to be wired hot so they can be turned on at any time. Any ideas/advice? Only other option is going with a SP9100 and putting the switch panel in the bed and running wires from the battery.

 

[RVA Overland]

@HoosierT quick question, do you happen to know what wires in/around the bed of the Rangers are always hot? I’ve searched a couple forums and the oem 12v bed socket (the one you have) cuts power after a bit. I’m thinking I may be able to tap into brake light wires? The wife bought me this https://mattgeckoleds.com/shop/ols/products/go-fast-led-light-kit-upper-lower and I’m wanting it to be wired hot so they can be turned on at any time. Any ideas/advice? Only other option is going with a SP9100 and putting the switch panel in the bed and running wires from the battery.

I have not found any always hot wires in the rear. When my topper was installed, they pulled a wire direct from the battery for the lights.

 

[HoosierT]

I have not found any always hot wires in the rear. When my topper was installed, they pulled a wire direct from the battery for the lights.

I believe RVA is right here. i'm not aware of any hot wires going back there. Are you planning to run an aux battery in the bed for fridge and stuff? That's how I'll be powering my tent/rear lights.

 

[WalkerTexasRanger]

I believe RVA is right here. i'm not aware of any hot wires going back there. Are you planning to run an aux battery in the bed for fridge and stuff? That's how I'll be powering my tent/rear lights.

My plan is to hard wire these lights into the truck, then run anything else (fridge, charging stuff, etc) off of a goal zero yeti. I read over the light info again and it’s worded as if everything is included for the install so I’ll see when I open the box. So I may just have to run wires from the battery if the kit is lacking. Thanks guys! I’ll give an update when it’s figured out

 

[50wyldeman]

My Ranger is a little older [emoji13] by about 20 years....

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I have owned 5 Rangers in the past all of them were very very capable I miss mine and am thinking of a new one for sure , love the rig very nice !!!!

 

[HoosierT]

I have owned 5 Rangers in the past all of them were very very capable I miss mine and am thinking of a new one for sure , love the rig very nice !!!!

Thanks! I can recommend the 5G 1,000%. I absolutely love my truck.

 

[RVA Overland]

Same, been extremely happy with my 5G as well. Already gaining good support from the aftermarket industry.

 

[HoosierT]