Recommended Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2021 Subaru Forester
Question:
I want to add a hitch to my 2021 Forester for towing and I don't want one with a lot hanging down underneath. I would prefer the extra clearance and I don't like the look with all of that visible. Do you have a hitch like this?
asked by: Jake
Expert Reply:
For your 2021 Subaru Forester I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C47HR. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a concealed cross tube that will be hidden behind the bumper, so only the receiver will be visible at the back. It features a bolt-on installation and a gloss black powder coat finish. This hitch comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
Since you will be doing some towing, you will want a 4-way connection to power your trailer's signal lights. For the most reliable wiring harness I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118467. This plugs into existing wiring so no cutting or splicing is required.
If you need a ball mount, I recommend the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900. This kit comes with a 1-7/8" and 2" ball along with a ball mount bag to store everything in.
I have attached some review and installation videos for your reference.
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Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- etrailer
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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