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  • Comparing etrailer, Curt, and Draw-Tite Hitches for 2020 Subaru Forester
  • The etrailer # e83ZR, Curt # C13409, and Draw-Tite # 76271 are all incredibly similar and have the same capacity. In fact, the etrailer hitch and the Curt are exactly the same with the exception of the finish. The etrailer hitch has a matte black powder coat finish which sets it apart from the other hitches. This gives it an OEM look and does a better job hiding dirt and scratches. The reason the price is typically lower on the etrailer hitch is because it is our own brand. This allows...
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  • Recommended Roof Rack to Use Thule Hullavator On Subaru Outback
  • The Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack part # MPG216 is a great cost effective option that will work well on a Subaru Outback Wagon. It will then match up perfectly with the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier part # TH898. That said, it is correct that you cannot use the factory crossbars since these don't provide the needed overhang.
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  • Correct Replacement End Caps for Subaru Aero Crossbars
  • Thanks for the picture of the bars of your Subaru roof rack. What you have are basically the Thule Aeroblade bars so for end caps you'd want part # 752-2867002 for the passenger side or part # 752-2867001 for the driver's side.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Cargo Carrier for 2019 Subaru Forester
  • Carla knows her stuff! Honestly, there's not a big price differential between a Class II and a Class III hitch, so you might as well go with the Class III that feautres the more common 2 inch receiver that also has many more available accessories that will fit. I'd recommend the Curt Class III hitch, part # C13409. With the addition of a # HT02 reducer sleeve, you could then easily use your existing bike rack that fits a 1-1/4 inch receiver. This is a much better way to go because using...
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  • TRAILER LIGHTS REMAINING ON AFTER 2010 SUBARU FORESTER HAS BEEN SHUT OFF
  • It sounds like the converter box is not stopping the power coming from the vehicle to the trailer. I suggest checking your trailer wiring on any of the trailers you have connected wiring to before you pull them again. Bad trailer wiring is typically what will cause the malfunction. A wiring problem on one of the trailers has likely caused the converter box to short out. The converter box did what it was supposed to do by preventing back feed to the vehicle wiring. The short has allowed...
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  • Inno Vertical Hanging 4 Bike Rack Bike Compatibility
  • The distance between the two arms is going to be 195mm between the upper and lower arm. You are going to need a gap in your frame 4-3/8" wide by 2-1/2 tall because those are the dimensions of the cradle. Anything smaller will be difficult if not impossible to load bikes up especially for the bikes mounted closest to your vehicle. So be sure to measure your 20" bike to see if it has a gap big enough. Another thing to think about is that you will need to invert each other bike. Meaning,...
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  • Best Hitch And Wiring For A 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid
  • We can definitely set you up with a hitch and wiring for your 2024 Subaru Corsstrek Hybrid. To answer your first question, unfortunately there is not a plug-and-play wiring harness for the Hybrid model at this time (January 2024). We do have a wiring harness which is confirmed to fit the Hybrid with the Curt # C59496. This is more of a universal hardwire harness and will require cutting and splicing of the vehicles wires. You will find an install video linked below if you are interested...
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  • Are There 2 inch Hitches Available for 2019 Subaru Legacy
  • Curt and Draw Tite tend to be a little more on the traditional side when it comes to hitch size availability if that makes sense. What I mean by that is if it's a smaller vehicle they stick with the smaller hitch size as that's the most appropriate and relevant option. They fear that allowing people to use a hitch accessory made for a 2 inch hitch increases the risk of someone overloading the hitch/vehicle. Now with that said Curt makes a 2 inch hitch for the 2019 Subaru Legacy with the...
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  • What Tire and Wheel Comes On a EZ Loader 58WVT 1250 Watercraft Trailer?
  • The EZ Loader 58WVT 1250 trailer for your new Waverunner is going to have a 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern. I do see the trailer comes with 4.8R12 Radial Tires # TT48012C. You can pair this tire with a Wheel # AM20134 if you are looking for a spare.
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  • Could Brakes be Added to a Kendon Motorcycle Trailer
  • Most likely yes and pretty easily but it comes down to if the the axles spindles already have brake mounting flanges or not. You'll want to check for them and then check out the link I attached on this page that will walk you through adding brakes to a trailer.
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  • Does Malone Roof Rack w/ 58 Inch Crossbars Fit 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness
  • Absolutely it fits; the 58 inch crossbars of the Malone SteelTop roof rack will definitely span the width of the raised side rails and fit your 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness. The correct part number for that roof rack is the following: - Malone SteelTop Roof Rack # MPG202 The SteelTop rack uses square crossbars, so if you don't have a wind fairing, I do recommend considering one in order to help minimize wind noise, the Inno Fairing for Roof Racks # INA262. Otherwise, you can also...
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  • Thule or Rhino-Rack Roof Rack For 2021 Subaru Ascent For iKamper Rooftop Tent
  • For a rooftop tent, including the iKamper, the roof rack I recommend for your 2021 Subaru Ascent is definitely the Thule rack. Not only does the Thule rack have the needed 165 lb dynamic capacity for the iKamper tent, but the size of their crossbars (3-1/8" wide x 1" tall) makes them the best fit for the mounting brackets of the iKamper compared to the taller Rhino-Rack bars. The correct fit for a Thule roof rack on your 2021 Subaru Ascent is the following: - Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars...
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  • Easy to Use, Inexpensive Roof Rack For 2019 Subaru Crosstrek for Thule Motion XT XL Cargo Box
  • We have exactly what you are looking for in regards to a roof rack for your 2019 Subaru Crosstrek that will work the Thule cargo box. For something that is inexpensive, easy to use, and locks, go with a roof rack from Malone. It is also compatible with the Thule cargo box, and the two parts are the following: - Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack # MPG216 - Thule Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box # TH629806 The AirFlow2 rack will just clamp on and off the raised side rails of your '19 Crosstrek so you...
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  • Are Replacement Lenses Available For Magnetic Tow Lights?
  • The Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Light Set # 337TL257M, along with all of our magnetic tow lights, do not have replacement lenses available. Your best option is to replace the lights with the Heavy Duty Magnetic Tow Light Set # 337TL257M. These lights include a 30' wiring harness with a 4-pin trailer connector, has light dimensions of 4-1/2" in diameter x 3-1/4" thick, and has a carrying case which makes transporting and storage easier.
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  • Roof Rack for 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon with Longest Bars and Highest Weight Capacity
  • The roof rack we offer for your 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon that has the longest crossbars and highest weight capacity is the Malone part # MPG216 which has bars that are 58 inches long and a weight capacity of 165 lbs. For a carrier we have the part # Y04086 as well.
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  • Availability of Bike Rack that Can Swing Away from Rear of Vehicle for Cargo Area Access
  • The Yakima BackRoad 4 Bike Rack # YA44FR can only tilt with bikes off of the rack. If the bikes were on the rack when tilted the inside bike would hit the ground and the rack would be very difficult to raise and lower. For a 4-bike rack that can give you cargo area access with bikes loaded you'd want the Thule Apex Swing part # TH9027XT instead which can swing out and away from the rear of the vehicle with bikes loaded for total access to the rear of the vehicle.
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  • Will the Yakima SUPDawg Stand-Up Paddleboard Carrier Fit a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek
  • The Yakima SUPDawg, # Y04075, does fit the factory roof rack crossbars on a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek. It will be close with the antenna but the antenna should be semi-flexible to bend a little. That combined with the additional height from the carrier itself means that the antenna would not be much of an issue if it is an issue at all.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2016 Subaru Legacy for Use with a Bike Rack
  • The difference is what vehicles each of those hitches will fit. Trailer hitch # C13206 fits 2014 to 2016 Subaru Outbacks. And # 13390 fits the 2015 to 2016 Legacy and 2010 to 2013 Outback. So if you have a 2016 Legacy use # 13390. But if you choose this hitch then Curt says that you have to use stabilization strap # 18050 when using the hitch with a bike rack to comply with their warranty. What I recommend is the Draw-Tite hitch # 75673. It does not require that strap and it costs ever...
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  • Trunk Mount Bike Rack, Trailer Hitch, and Trailer Hitch Bike Racks for a 2012 Subaru Forester
  • Yakima does not list the SuperJoe or SuperJoe Pro bike racks for your 2012 Subaru Forester. Another option is to install a trailer hitch such as # 36521 and use a hitch mounted bike rack. This will keep the rack off of the vehicle and a hitch mount bike rack is easier to install in a hitch than a trunk mount rack is to the vehicle. If you go this route I recommend the Swagman XC, # S64650. I've attached a review video to highlight some details for you.
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  • Trailer Hitch for a 2014 Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan
  • For the 2014 Subaru Impreza WRX sedan the correct trailer hitch is # C11317 that you have referenced. The recommended ball mount is # C45521 and the pin and clip is # F-4. For a 1-7/8 inch ball use # 19256 and for a 2 inch ball use # 19258. Trailer wiring will need to be obtained from a Subaru dealer.
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