Recommended Hitch and Towing Accessories for 2013 Subaru Outback

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I am looking to get a Trailer Hitch for my Subaru Outback to pull a drift boat and was wondering if there was a specific brand that was better. I have looked into both Curt and Draw-Tite and did not know if there was a difference. The boat is light only about 1,500 pounds including the trailer.

asked by: Clayton P

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The Draw-Tite # 75673 hitch has a higher towing capacity than the Curt # 13390, but because the vehicle itself is limited to 2700 lbs towing/200 lbs tongue weight, the higher hitch capacity would not be usable.

The Curt hitch is less expensive, but has fewer attachment points to the vehicle (total of 4 versus 6 for the Draw-Tite). Because I prefer more attachment points to the vehicle, I would lean toward the Draw-Tite # 75673. Quality-wise, the hitches are comparable.

To complete your towing system, you might also be interested in the following:

Ball Mount, part # C45010
Pin and Clip, part # PC3
Locking Hitch Pin, part # e98882
Wiring Harness for Trailer Lights, part # 118467

I have linked you to installation instructions and videos for the hitch and wiring harness.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

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For your 2010 Subaru Outback, you can trade out your factory hitch without any compromising issues for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Class III - 2", #13390, which is a confirmed fit for you vehicle. Your heat shield must be modified or…

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The only way to install the Curt Hitch part #13390 is to attach it to the rear frame rails of your 2010 Subaru Outback Wagon. See the picture I attached as well as the install video.

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Yes, the 75673 hitch will carry over and fit the 2011 model Outback. We also have the Curt Trailer Hitch, #13390. This is a Class III trailer hitch rated at 3,500 pounds of gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight capacity, and it has a 2…

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Answer 5

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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

If your current springs have 5 leaves then going to a 7 leaf spring will increase the height of the trailer a little and make the trailer more susceptible to sway. Regarding capacity if you go with springs rated higher than what is required it will…

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Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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If your old axles have a 5 bolt brake flange the assemblies like Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Left Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-105 or Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Assembly - 12" - Right Hand - 6,000 lbs part #23-106…

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Answer 12

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