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  • Trailer Wiring 4-Way Bracket for Use on 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • If you installed the Draw Tite trailer hitch part # 75673 on your 2017 Subaru Outback you could use the part # 18144 and with a short bracket #18140 or a long bracket # 18136 to easily mount the 4-way to the hitch tube. For wiring you then would want the part # 118467 which is a confirmed fit.
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  • Recommended Clear Mounting Solution for LED Strip Lights
  • I may have a solution for you, but I'm not seeing anything like that available from Camco; it only would come in black or white. Based off my research, I don't believe that this product you're seeking is actually currently manufactured. With that said, you could simply use a surface mounted LED strip light like the Optronics Flexible LED Light Strip - Weatherproof - White - 17' Long # UCL90CB and mount it with the Optronics LED Light Strip Connector - Snap On # A90P1B, which is clear...
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  • Kayak Load Assist For Loading 10.5' 60lb Kayak Onto 2019 Subaru Crosstrek With Factory Roof Rack
  • I know just what you are looking for! The most affordable option for a load-assist kayak carrier is going to be the Malone SeaWing Kayak Carrier and Load Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Rear Loading - Clamp On # MPG113MD. This system will simply clamp onto your 2019 Subaru Crosstrek factory crossbars and provide a V-style kayak carrier with load assist. The load assist slides out to the rear of your vehicle and will help you tilt the kayak up and onto the roof. I recommend this option if you don't...
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  • Trailer Hitch & Related Items for 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-Door Wagon
  • One of our main hitch suppliers,Draw-Tite, has confirmed a hitch fit for the 2017 Subaru Impreza 5-door wagon, EXCLUDING the WRX STi version that has quad exhausts. Except for that one version you can use their 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch # DT24959, installation of which is shown in the linked video. The recommended ball mount is # 3593 and with it you could use either 1-7/8-inch ball # 19256 or 2-inch ball # 19258. For a wiring harness you can use # 118573; a helpful article is linked to...
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  • Saddle Style Kayak Carrier that Fits 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon with OEM Roof Rack
  • We have the similar Thule DockGlide part # TH896 that is a confirmed fit for the factory crossbars of your 2020 Subaru Outback but the Yakima you mentioned is not.
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  • Using Rhino Rack Roof Cargo Basket/2-Bike Carrier RRRMCB03 with Thru-Axle Bikes
  • This Rhino-Rack Carrier # RRRMCB03 includes integrated fork blocks that let you mount 2 bikes with 15 mm x 100 mm thru axles to the carrier. Additional aluminum sleeves (sold separately) allow you to carry bikes with different size thru axles. They offer the following adapters: # RRRBCA036 15-mm x 110 mm # RRRBCA039 9-mm x 135 mm # RRRBCA037 15-mm x 150-mm # RRRBCA038 20-mm x 110-mm
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch For 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
  • The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76209 is a fit for your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. It requires no modification of the frame. There is no drilling required for installation, and exhaust must be temporarily lowered for installation. It has a receiver opening of 2" x 2". If you are towing a trailer and it has lights, the 4-way Flat Trailer Connector # 118467 is required. The plug-in location is behind the driver side trim panel. The etrailer.com Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches...
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  • Available Trailer Hitches for 2012 Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan for Use with Hitch Bike Rack
  • For the 2012 Subaru Impreza WRX sedan we offer a 1-1/4-inch Class I hitch from Curt, their part # C11317. This light-duty hitch has the capacity to transport up to 2 bikes on a compatible Class I hitch bike rack. No 2-inch hitch receivers are offered for any versions of the 2012 Impreza. While it is possible to use a hitch adapter like # HTAD to allow installation of a 2-inch hitch bike rack in a 1-1/4-inch hitch, this practice is not recommended. Use of ANY adapter has the unavoidable...
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  • Using Kayak Carrier Along With Thule Canyopn Rooftop cargo Basket TH859XT
  • Thule does not offer any kayak carrier accessory that can be fitted to their Canyon rooftop cargo basket # TH859XT. I called my most well-seasoned Thule contact and she confirmed no such product is on the drawing board for the future. In truth, even if such an item was available, it might not be your best option. Since kayak weights vary from the low 30s for smaller sit-on types up to the 140s for well-equipped fishing kayaks the vehicle roof capacity can come into play. The Canyon basket...
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  • Availability of T-1 Connector for 2009 Subaru Impreza Wagon
  • Due do differences in the tail light assemblies on the Impreza Wagon, the # 56061 T-1 harness for the sedan will not work with the wagon. For the wagon model, you'd want to use the Curt # C56111 which installs as shown in the linked video. Routing that power wire isn't too difficult, I'll link to an article that explains the process.
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  • Hitch and Hitch Bike Rack for 2005 Subaru Outback Wagon LL Bean Sport Edition
  • Unfortunately the LL Bean Sport package on your 2005 Subaru Outback Wagon interferes with hitch installation so none of the 5 hitches offered for the 2005 Outback will work on your vehicle. However you still have the option to use a trunk-mount 2-bike carrier. The Hollywood Racks # HRF2 is ideal for vehicles like your Outback that have a rear spoiler. Many otherwise excellent racks have trouble with spoilers, as that feature can interfere with their mounting straps. The # HRF2 is designed...
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  • Swagman Exo Aero Rooftop Kayak Carrier System with Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount
  • The Swagman Aero EXO part # S65145 can fit crossbars that are up to 2-1/2 inches wide. If the bars of your 2018 Subaru Forester are less than that in width this would be a great solution since it has a 100 lb weight capacity which would be more than you'd need for your 90 lb kayak. For a carrier we know fits your crossbars and has a 99 lb capacity the other option is the Rhino Rack kayak carrier part # S512 which would be a great option.
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  • Is there a 1-1/4 Inch EcoHitch Option for a 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX with Quad Exhaust
  • The EcoHitch # 306-X7261 for your 2011 Subaru Impreza only has a 2 inch option but you can use reducer sleeve # HT02 to use 1-1/4 inch accessories with the 2 inch receiver. The use of a reducer sleeve does not decrease the hitch tongue weight capacity like other adapters would.
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  • Recommended Trailer Connector for Providing Reverse Light Signal on 2015 Subaru Outback
  • The Curt 4-Pole Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56040 does NOT provide a reverse light signal on its 4-pole connector, only stop, turn and running lights. The trailer connectors that can carry a reverse light signal will be either 5-pole, 6-pole or 7-pole types. Converting to a 7-way socket that includes reverse, 12V power and trailer brake signals is easy; all you need to add is part # ETBC7 which is a complete trailer brake install kit that includes a 7-way, connectors and wiring to carry...
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  • Is There a Front Mount Hitch Option for 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 76227 cannot be installed on the front of your 2019 Subaru Outback but is a great option for a rear mounted hitch receiver. The front frame and suspension is not designed for the additional cargo weight and stability required to add a front mounted hitch receiver.
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  • Trailer Hitch and Trunk Mount Bike Racks for a 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
  • From what I was able to ascertain, the GR indicates that it is 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi. If that is the case there are no hitches currently available for the vehicle. The best option would be to use a trunk mount bike rack. It is actually the more economical choice and they are not permanent installations. According to Thule there are several options. I have listed them below. Passage 2, # TH910XT Passage 3, # TH911XT Gateway 3, # TH9007 Archway 3, # TH9010 If you will be carrying...
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  • Yakima Adapter Kit to Allow Installation of Buttondown 6 Ski Carrier to Aero Style Roof Crossbars
  • Yes, you can use Yakima's Universal MightyMounts Kit # Y03590 to adapt your vintage Buttondown 6 ski carrier to work with aero style crossbars. I confirmed compatibility with my contact at Yakima. This kit will work with crossbars having dimensions up to 4-inches wide x 1-1/2-inches tall.
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  • Availability of Class III 2 Inch Receiver to Carry Bike Rack on 2012 Subaru Impreza Sport Hatchback
  • None of our hitch manufacturers offer a Class III hitch with a 2 inch receiver for the Impreza. They do offer Class III's for the Forester, Legacy, Outback and Tribeca models, but not for the Impreza. Furthermore, you're absolutely correct abut the pitfalls of using an adapter with a Class I hitch, which lowers the weight bearing capacity of the hitch by half. The Class I hitches available for your Impreza like the Draw-Tite # 24886 have a tongue weight capacity of 200 lbs. Using an adapter...
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  • Hitch Installation Hardware for Draw-Tite on 2012 Subaru Legacy Sedan
  • We do offer replacement hitch installation hardware kits for all of the hitches we sell. The correct parts are determined based on the original hitch part number and manufacturer. Since there are several brands and classes of hitch offered for your Legacy - both 1-1/4-inch Class II and 2-inch Class III types - you will need to confirm the hitch part number and manufacturer. The link at right will show you all hitches we offer, just for reference. Hitches leave the factory with a safety...
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  • Does Wiring Harness Come Separate or With Stealth Hitch for 2020 Subaru Outback
  • You can choose to get the Stealth Hitch with the wiring harness, ball mount and hitch in one package for your 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon. For that you need the Stealth Hitches Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver with Towing Kit # 391SUOB20T. Alternatively, if you already had the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver # 391SUOB20 and wanted to add the ball mount and wiring harness you could do so with the Towing Kit with Ball Mount and Trailer Wiring # 391CONVOC3. I have added links to the installation...
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