I have spoken with my contacts at Curt Manufacturing, and their Class III trailer hitch # C13135 is confirmed as a fit for your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid as long as it has a single exhaust.
This is a Class III rated hitch, that is has a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds and have a tongue weight of 525 pounds. Please note that Curt recommends the use of their Stabilizing strap # 18050 for all non-trailering loads.
Please check your owners manual to make sure that your vehicle... view full answer...
While the hitch manufacturers do not provide specific measurements for the frame brackets on the # C11286 Curt 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch, you are correct that the hitch will sit below the bumper on your 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. When you look at the design of the hitch, the receiver opening is in line with the cross tube, which means you will be able to see the cross tube running right below the bumper.
Curt has a couple representative pictures in their instruction sheet that should... view full answer...
Install of trailer hitches like the # C13135 aren't typically that difficult or time consuming. Curt tells us that this would take about 40 minutes to install so any local mechanic to you that has a decent reputation would have no problem with this.
To get a better idea what the process is like so you can decide if you think you could handle it check out the video I attached. It shows this hitch being installed on a 2012 Crosstrek just like yours.
The tools needed for this install are... view full answer...
We do have a trailer wiring harness that will fit the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek hybrid with LED lights but Curt harness # C56243 is not a fit. I checked with my contact at Tow Ready and found that you can use harness # 118467 even on the hybrid models. I have linked a video review of this harness for you as well. view full answer...
The manufacturers do not typically provide the static weight limit of the roof racks. A lot of that reasoning is that the static load limit is typically higher than the cars roof capacity.
What I can tell you is that the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack # MAL74AR has a dynamic weight capacity of 165 lbs. The most common accessory that is used and needs the static weight capacity is a roof top tent.
The key number for using a rooftop tent like the Yakima SkyRise HD Tent for Roof Rack Crossbars... view full answer...
At the rear of a trailer or RV the ride quality is very rough when compared to the ride quality at the rear of a passenger vehicle. Reason being the suspension isn't as sophisticated and there is a longer distance between the rear axle and the rear of the trailer which exaggerates the movement of the trailer when hitting bumps. Because of that only a few bike racks were designed to be reinforced enough for that type of use.
So, the RockyMounts rack you referenced was not rated for the... view full answer...
I have a great tire chains option for you. I went ahead and confirmed with the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek's owner's manual that Subaru does not recommend using tire chains on your vehicle. However, the reason why manufacturers say this is usually to avoid liability if damage occurs to components inside of your vehicle's wheel wells.
I am pleased to say that we have had neighbors who have had great results with the Glacier Cable Snow Tire Chains - 1 Pair # PW1038 on a Crosstrek with 225/55-17... view full answer...
Fishwiring is when you run a bolt leader, which is a long wire that on one end you can thread a bolt (it looks like spring), through the hole the bolt needs to go in, and out through a larger access hole. You then put on a spacer block or washer, then thread on the bolt and pull them back through the first hole.
Reverse fishwiring is when you put on the spacer block or washer, thread on the bolt, then shove them into the same hole they will need to come out of. Then you pull the fishwire... view full answer...
The Rhino-Rack Fairing, # RRRF2, that you referenced may work with the OEM crossbars on your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek. It was not designed for factory crossbars, but it will fit crossbars up to 3-1/2 inches wide and between 7/8 inch and 1-1/4 inch tall. Your crossbars must also have 30-1/2 inches between the crossbar legs and 38 inches between the side rails for the fairing to fit.
The Rhino-Rack fairings are going to be the closest fit option that we have for OEM crossbars. The fairings... view full answer...
I believe I can help. The # ETBC7 comes with everything needed to install the # 90885 brake controller plus a fully functional 7-way. But to make it so that the 12 volt accessory circuit of the 7-way is only active when the vehicle is on you will also need to install an isolator solenoid as well on the 12 volt circuit. For that you would need the # PK5231201. See the picture I attached to see how it will wire in.
Basically the center pin will need to get run to a keyed power source since... view full answer...
If you are willing to make modifications to your Evolution cargo box, you could use the Quick Grip mounts, # TH05738. You would also need the proper cradles, # TH8523387001. There is no kit available to retro fit older boxes with these mounts. It would require some at home work to modify the box to accept the mounts.
The Quick Grip assemblies can accommodate up to a 3-1/2 inch wide crossbar. view full answer...
I attached a link to the right that details exactly what all would be needed to install electric brakes on a trailer that didn't have them previously.
First thing you will need to figure out is either the dimensions of the spindles where the bearings ride or the inner and outer bearing numbers. Next, you will need to determine the bolt pattern of the hubs that are on the trailer currently so you can match up the new hub/drums to the wheels you currently have.
With those two pieces of... view full answer...
The vent tube on the Redline 2-Piece Polypropylene Trailer Vent # HMAV2-AVT2 has a depth of 1-1/2 inches. The exterior half-moon piece does have a depth of about a 1/2 inch to eliminate some of the tube protrusion but on a 3/4 inch thick wall you likely will need to trim just a bit off the tube to allow the exterior piece to install flush with the trailer wall.
Most likely you will need to trim just a 1/4 or less off the tube but the best method will simply be to mount the unit through... view full answer...
I would be happy to! The Thule Force XT Sport Rooftop Cargo Box item # TH6356B would work great with your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek. It measures 74-3/4" x 24-3/4" x 16-3/4" and will not mess with your vision.
Since your Crosstrek has the factory installed raised rails and you're mounting a cargo box, I recommend the Rhino-Rack Vortex StealthBar Roof Rack item # JA7973. This is a flush mount style roof rack that does not extend past your roof rails. I like to recommend these for use with... view full answer...
Thank you for catching the error in our description of the Yakima FrontLoader Wheel Mount Bike Carrier # Y02103. Yakima's specs do indeed shows 3-inch-wide tires will fit and my measurement of this rack in our warehouse confirms. We will make this correction and thanks again. view full answer...
For your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek with raised side rails the Evo Raised Rail Feet # TH710401 and 53" WingBar Evo Crossbars # TH711420 would fit and be an excellent option. It will fit and work well with the Rhino Rack roof basket part # RMCB02 as well. view full answer...
You don't mention whether you already have a trailer hitch, so we'll begin there. I'd recommend a Class III hitch, because if you also wanted to use the hitch for accessories like a bike rack or a cargo carrying tray, you'll have greater capacity and many more possible options.
I'd recommend the Curt Class III hitch, part # C13135. The hitch includes all necessary installation hardware. You'll also need a ball mount and trailer ball. For the ball mount, I'd recommend part # 2753 and #... view full answer...
I did some research on your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek and it looks like you have a CVT transmission.
If your CVT transmission has lines that run from the transmission to the radiator (some do, some do not), you can install a transmission cooler. A transmission cooler is inexpensive insurance that would do a great job of extending the life of your transmission.
The best way to pick out a transmission cooler is to measure the distance in front of the radiator and go with the largest one... view full answer...
In order to use the B&W Companion Slider Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter part # BWRVK3400 along with the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit part # BWGNRK1116 on your 2017 Ford F-250 FX4 you will indeed need to swap out the pin box you have now with a welded on 5th wheel to goosenneck adapter. Since you have a Lippert 1621 box pattern you can use the Lippert 1621 5th Wheel Pin Box part # LC1191191 for 15K or part # LC1387883 for 21K.... view full answer...
To determine if the Curt cargo basket # C18115 will fit your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek with factory crossbars you will need to take a couple of measurements. You are going to measure the width of the bars and the distance from the center of the front bar to the center of the rear bar.
The Curt basket will fit if the crossbars are up to 3 inches wide and the bars are 15, 22, or 29 inches apart on center. I have included links to the instructions and a video review of this basket. view full answer...
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