Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
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Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
Item # 36671
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Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch - 36671
- Class II
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Draw-Tite
- 350 lbs TW
- Custom Fit Hitch
This fully welded, corrosion-resistant vehicle trailer hitch receiver is perfect for your light-duty towing needs. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. Drawbar sold separately.
Features:
- Custom-fit trailer hitch lets you tow a trailer or carry a bike rack or cargo carrier with your vehicle
- Computer-aided, fully welded steel construction ensures strength and durability
- Tested Tough - safety and reliability criteria exceed industry standards
- Bolt-on installation - no welding required
- Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
- Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
- Black powder coat finish covers e-coat base for superior rust protection
- Sturdy, square-tube design
- Drawbar and pin and clip sold separately
Specs:
- Receiver opening: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"
- Rating: Class II
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 3,500 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 350 lbs
- Limited lifetime warranty
Draw-Tite Tested Tough
Draw-Tite's Tested Tough program provides testing standards far superior to those outlined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the go-to source for engineering professionals.
Each Draw-Tite trailer hitch receiver undergoes extensive fatigue testing and static testing with the ball mount that is either supplied or recommended for use with that particular hitch, thus ensuring results that are applicable to real life use. Fatigue testing is also conducted on hitches rated for use with weight-distribution systems.
In addition, Draw-Tite performs static testing on a simulated automobile, as opposed to the rigid fixture used for SAE testing, resulting in a more true-to-life scenario.
etrailer.com Technical Support
At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.
36671 Draw-Tite Class 2 Trailer Hitch Receiver
Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2019 - 2024 Subaru Forester
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
97% were satisfied with this product
3% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
- Product did not meet expectations
- Alternate product found
Customer Reviews
Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4" - 36671
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (45 Customer Reviews)
This fully welded, corrosion-resistant vehicle trailer hitch receiver is perfect for your light-duty towing needs. Draw-Tite's Tested Tough guarantee ensures that this hitch exceeds industry standards. Drawbar sold separately.by: David 03/17/2024
E-Trailer did a great job putting a kit and video together that made this challenging installation very straightforward
by: James 04/23/2024
Install went smoothly, online videos were a great help.
by: Michael M12/05/2023
Pontiac Trans Sport Van
Great hitch, Used local Mechanic listed on Draw-Tite site for install. Use a Kuat bike carrier to transport electric bike to Florida. Very Solid!!!
by: Joseph 01/05/2024
My 5th hitch from etrailer. Very satisfied. Good product, excellent service and extra fast shipping.
by: Francisco03/19/2022
2021 Subaru Forester
Came in the box shown with nothing other then what's on the product in the box. It punctured the front of the box due to lack of packaging. Has several deep scratches on the inside of the mounting arms. I'm not too materialistic but I would've at least expected it to be fully covered when shipped. Haven't installed it yet but already off to a poor start.
by: Aaron07/26/2021
2021 Subaru Forester
Wanted a 2” receiver (out of stock) but had to get this 1 1/4” one instead. Installation was straightforward (watch the videos) and fairly easy. This is the 4-5 hitch that I have gotten from etrailer. Super simple ordering process and they are always happy to answer any questions that a person might have. Thanks again for the great service & products!!
by: Ernest 02/02/2022
Product fit and easy install for this h itch.
Ernest B.
2/3/2023
Your products always look great and fit perfect . It is used to tow my pontoon boat . I’ve purchased several products from you excluding lighting harnesses that work as well for my vehicle .
by: Trische02/13/2020
Hitch worked exactly as described; delivery as promised and the install took 45 minutes! And it looks great.
by: Duane 02/22/2021
Subaru Forester
after a year of use on my 2020 Subaru Forester I can highly recommend this hitch. I use hitch to tow a utility trailer and for a bike rack.
Installation was very easy. I did use my quick jack to lift the vehicle a bit for install but you could probably install without jacking. Follow the video on Curt hitch, install is almost identical.
by: Julian 12/31/2020
I'm very happy with this hitch! I will use it mainly for a bike rack, so I didn't bother with anyting electrical. This hitch is certianly installable DIY, just take your time. I watched all the videos and mostly followed them. I was nervous about lowering the exhast, but that was the easiest part. I snipped out the heat shield and reinstalled it. Some hitch videos recomended just drilling holes in [the heat shield], or simply removing it. On the driver side I didn't bother removing the whole box, instead I just removed the two bolts on the frame and pushed it out of the way, which worked great.
by: D09/18/2021
2021 Subaru Forester
Simple to install. Video was helpful. Can't beat the price. Took me about 1 hr. 15 min. with minimal/basic tools. You can use a jack to steady the hitch receiver if you don't have another pair of hands and then just jack it up to the frame. (Just keep the fishwire through the hitch bolt holes while raising)
by: Joe06/03/2019
2019 Subaru Forester
Installed on my 2019 Subaru Forester with no issues in about 1 hr. The installation video is a big help. This is the 2nd hitch that I bought from etrailer, previously installed one on a 2017 VW Jetta, also installed with no issues. Great product.
by: Tom03/08/2020
Fit good and installation went well. It took me about 90 minutes but I was not working fast. The biggest trouble I had was reinstalling the unibody trim behind the rear wheel. In the first step they have you take that all the way out. That's what I did. I think it could be possible to just remove the two screws where the trim is fastened to the frame where the hitch is bolted. The trim is quite flexible and the hitch could be installed with that trim there. I did not test that though
by: Terri 06/25/2021
Subaru Forester
Hitch has worked out perfectly on my 2020 Subaru Forester. I have a bike rack attached and it's held extremely well.
by: John 06/09/2023
Speed efficient service
by: Steve12/21/2020
Subaru Forester
Was relatively easy to install. You really need two people. It is very difficult for one person to hold up and get the nuts threaded. I almost lost a bolt inside the frame, but eventually got it out, so keep the fish wires on until you are ready to put the nut on. Also the videos are invaluable. There is enough ground clearance on the Forester that you don't need to jack it up or put it on stands or a lift. I've had my hitch on for a year now and no problems.
by: Gary07/22/2019
2019 Subaru Forester
I found the hitch relatively easy to install by myself. I found a 2018 install video on YouTube done by a U Haul employee helpful. One difference was for my 2019 Forester, I did not need to cut the bumper cover as she did on the 2018. I had more trouble with the muffler hangers getting on and off than anything else.
by: Jamil10/28/2021
2019 Subaru Forester
Came to late for me to open but by the looks of the box there is not enough packaging inside
Jenny N.
10/29/2021
I will have our customer service team reach out to you.
by: Gary 10/04/2021
This was a fairly easy job. Just holding it up with a jack stand and one arm made it a little difficult to start the nuts
by: Joseph03/20/2021
Giving you 5 stars installed it today the unit and instructions were great I think it was installed in record time and looks great
Thank you
by: Donald 05/03/2021
NOT TOO MUCH. IT IS SOLID AND SUPPORTS OUR LOADS.
by: 07/27/2021
Product arrived quickly. It feels like a great quality product. Unfortunately the packaging was lacking and allowed the finish to be damaged during shipment. The product now lacks weather protection for winter climates.
Tyler M.
8/2/2021
Hi Edward, Thanks for your feedback! Our customer service team will be reaching out to you.
by: Suzanne06/08/2019
Very pleased with the quick turnaround in shipping. Product was very easy to install. Will always recommend etrailer.
by: James 05/14/2021
Solid product. No problem installation in two to three hours.
by: Chris R05/26/2020
Great product, easy to install, no problems. What more could you ask for?
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Jenny N.
3/28/2022
I will have our Customer Service team reach out to you. I recommend touching up the affected areas with a rust resistant paint which you will then have on hand for regular hitch maintenance.
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