There isn't an adapter that can convert a Baseline tower to fit raised rails so you would need to go with a Timberline Jetstream setup that fits your 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek with the part number # Y00428 and # Y33TR. view full answer...
Among the lowest-profile rooftop cargo boxes available are the Thule Pulse Alpine Rooftop Cargo Box # TH613, which is 12-1/2-inches tall as compared to most similar boxes that are 14- to 18-inches tall. The 16-cubic-foot Yakima Skybox NX 16 # Y95AV that you referenced is 16-inchs tall.
You can check hatch clearance by moving your front crossbar as far forward as possible and measuring from its center back to the roof/hatch seam. The box requires 52-7/8-inches clearance from the front... view full answer...
In your owners manual there will be a detailed section on which axles should be used for snow chains. Ideally you would put them on all axles, but if only one set is available you want to put them on the primary drive axle.
Most likely it will be the rear axle but the owners manual will clarify this. view full answer...
We have a trunk mounted bike rack that fits your 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek with a spoiler but it's not the Saris you mentioned. Instead you'd want the Hollywood Racks Over the Top part # HRF2 which is a confirmed fit and specifically designed for vehicles like yours with spoiler. Check out the review video I attached for more info and to see it installed on a similar vehicle as yours. view full answer...
From my research your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek has 225/55-17 size tires from the factory. If you have a different tire size let me know. I also checked out your owner's manual and it recommends not using tire chains unless you're required to. In the event you need to the manual states to use Class S chains and to install them on the front wheels.
Since you're not planning to use them long term (or at all if you don't have to) I recommend going with basic ladder style chains, like part... view full answer...
The Curt hitch part # C13135 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid Touring. Curt tested this hitch on your vehicle and found that the battery did not interfere. view full answer...
There are several kayak carriers that will fit the factory crossbars on your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek. One option is the Thule DockGrip, # TH895. This carrier holds the kayak by the hull using 4 saddles.
For a similar carrier that loads from the rear you can use the SweetRoll, # Y04074. The rear saddles on this carrier have rollers to make loading the kayak easier. The weight capacity of this carrier is 80 pounds. I have included links to video reviews of both carriers for you. view full answer...
I spoke with my contact at Curt and verified that the information on our website is correct, the T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness, # C56040, is not compatible with the Hybrid models and is listed as excluded. However, they do have the Custom Curt T-Connector # C56243 that will simply plug into current wiring and will be easier to install than other kits. This harness will work with the Hybrid model. view full answer...
If all you'll be using the hitch for is towing, I'd go with the Curt Class III hitch, part # C13135. If you're also planning on using the hitch as an attachment point for a hitch mounted accessory, the C13135 wouldn't be your best choice. All the Curt hitches available for your XV Crosstrek have a warranty stipulation that requires that a stabilizing strap like # 18050 be used for all non-trailer loads like cargo carriers or bike racks. The problem is, the stabilizing straps don't work... view full answer...
There are many trunk mount bike rack options that will fit your 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek. I have included a link to them for you.
Between the Thule Passage # TH910XT and the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top # HRF2 I recommend the Over-the-Top. This is because the XV Crosstrek has that trim/spoiler piece at the top of the rear hatch that isn't meant to support weight. Using the Over-the-Top rack # HRF2 will solve that problem my moving the top straps up so no weight is put on that spoiler piece.... view full answer...
The Thule Raceway bike carrier has gone through several generations, TH9001, TH9001XT, # TH9001PRO and now the newest version, # TH45JV. Any of them will fit a 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek but the older versions have all but disappeared so go with the latest and greatest # TH45JV!
However, if your vehicle has a spoiler at the top of the hatch then none of them will fit. The only 2-bike trunk mount carrier I recommend if the vehicle has a spoiler is the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top rack #... view full answer...
Yes, I checked with Thule and they list their SUP Taxi part # TH810001 as a confirmed fit for the factory crossbars of your 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
I attached a review video for you to check out as well. view full answer...
The five basic components required for flat towing are a tow bar, safety cables, wiring or lighting, base plates for the towed vehicle and a supplementary braking system. All of these items are explained in detail in the linked article.
Some vehicles will require specific preparation steps to make them ready for towing and some even require addition of items such as a transmission lube pump so it is important to check the owner's manual for your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek. You'll want to... view full answer...
The EcoHitch part # 306-X7203 is designed to be completely hidden behind the knockout plate so you don't have to see an unsightly crosstube underneath your vehicle. I attached a picture that I took from an install video that shows the cover installed and removed on a Crossstrek just like yours.
This hitch fits XV Crosstreks from 2013 to 2017 as well. view full answer...
Great question. The reason you cannot attach a bike rack to the shank of a separate cargo basket is that they are not designed to work together. Adding another accessory to your cargo carrier reduces the tongue weight (TW) capacity of your hitch by half. The added length of the bike rack on the end of the carrier will allow greater leverage to be applied to the hitch tube, which causes the loss of capacity.
Combination racks like the Hollywood Racks SE2 Bike Rack with Cargo Carrier, #... view full answer...
Your 2013 Subaru Crosstrek XV automatic transmission can be flat towed if you don't have a CVT model which cannot and I'd be happy to help with a complete system for you.
For your base plates, I recommend the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX3615. For this install you will want to use Loctite Threadlocker # LT37420. This can be used seamlessly with the Blue Ox Aladdin Tow Bar that you referenced (which is discontinued) or the Blue Ox Alpha Tow Bar # BX7380. That will come... view full answer...
In order to know if a bike rack will clear the spare tire on your 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser, we will want to measure the spare tire clearance. In order to find this, you will want to measure from the center of the hitch pin hole to the outside of the spare tire. I have attached a help article on finding this measurement. When we installed the Draw-Tite # 75461 on a 2008 FJ Cruiser, we found it to measure 9 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the outermost point of the spare tire.... view full answer...
At the rear of a trailer or RV the ride quality is very rough when compared to the ride quality at the rear of a passenger vehicle. Reason being the suspension isn't as sophisticated and there is a longer distance between the rear axle and the rear of the trailer which exaggerates the movement of the trailer when hitting bumps. Because of that only a few bike racks were designed to be reinforced enough for that type of use.
So, the RockyMounts rack you referenced was not rated for the... view full answer...
For your 2017 Subaru Crosstrek, I recommend the Thule WingBar Load Bars - Aluminum - Black - 53" - Qty 2 # TH711420 along with the Thule Evo Roof Mounted Railing Foot Pack # TH710401. This will mount to raised factory side rails on your vehicle. I also recommend locks # TH450400 to secure your roof rack and deter theft.
For your kayak carrier, I recommend the Thule DockGrip Kayak and SUP Carrier with Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Rear Loading # TH895. These cradles will fit into the slots... view full answer...
To get new hardware for you hitch will only require the part # RHK. On the product page you would need to enter the part number (C13135) and then select Curt from the drop down menu and we will ship you out new hardware. view full answer...
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