Ford Ranger Trailer Plug Tuck Kit Application: 2023 Ford Ranger & Ranger Raptor (U.S. Models Only) Compatible with OEM bumpers only You knew it was going to drag… You’re out on a killer trail. You’ve just crested a rocky shelf, dropped into a deep rut, and the rear bumper gives that unmistakable scrape-crunch combo. Later, while washing the dust off and admiring your battle scars, you notice it: the trailer plug is toast. The bracket’s mangled. The wiring’s torn. And now you’re looking at hundreds of dollars in damage for something that shouldn’t have been in harm’s way to begin with. Let’s fix that. The Problem The factory trailer plug bracket sits below the hitch – the lowest possible spot – just begging to get smashed on the trail. The Fix Our Trailer Plug Tuck Kit moves the plug up and out of danger by relocating it into the bumper itself. Here’s how it works: Use the provided template, which indexes off your license plate bolts, to trace your cutout location. Cut the main hole with a 2-1/8" hole saw and trim the rest with a razor knife. Transfer mounting holes using a 1/8" bit, then drill them out to 1/4". Remove the factory bracket (grinder required – safety glasses and sparks encouraged). Pop one of the trailer wiring harness clips loose and reposition the harness higher in the bumper. Use the included zip tie to secure it out of harm’s way. Install the aluminum bezel using the included hardware. No need to extend wires. Just smarter routing and smarter design. Kit Includes: Laser-cut template (ships uncoated) 3mm 5052 aluminum bezel Available in Raw Aluminum, Textured Black, or Ranger Raptor Red Black zinc-plated fasteners (updated 5/17/25) and nylon lock nuts Zip tie Good trail karma Install Time: ~30 Minutes Tools you’ll need: 8mm socket & ratchet Drill 2" or 2-1/8" hole saw 1/8" and 1/4" drill bits Razor knife M4 Allen bit or wrench 10mm wrench Grinder/flap disc Black spray paint (to touch up cut metal) Wiring Clearance The photos below are with the stock spare tire. Lots of room, maybe even enough for a 35. As soon as we can get the 35s installed, we’ll add photos with those as well. Color Options Explained Raptor Red Ford Race Red by Prismatic Powders Raven Black by Cardinal Raw/Unfinished Aluminum
