Expert Answers about Subaru Ascent

• Best Roof Rack For A Rooftop Tent On A 2021 Subaru Ascent
• The best set up for a rooftop tent would be the Yakima JetStream roof rack system because it's easy to use, reliable, and has a weight capacity of 165 lbs. To connect this to the raised rails on your 2021 Subaru Ascent you need the 60" JetStream Crossbars # Y00426 along with the TimberLine Towers # Y33TR. To add locks to the TimberLine Towers you can do so with the kit # Y07204. This will help prevent a passerby from being able to remove the roof rack easily.
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• Will Malone Profile 18B Work with Subaru Ascent with Factory Crossbars?
• Yes, the Malone Profile18B Rooftop Cargo Box # MPG911 will fit securely on your 2020 Subaru Ascent with factory crossbars as long as your crossbars are measure 1-3 inches in width and 3/4 inches - 1-3/8 inches in height. Some crossbars (factory or aftermarket) do have a slight arc to them. This is not abnormal when it comes to crossbar systems.
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• Recommended 7-Way Connector for a 2021 Subaru Ascent
• I would be happy to help you. For a 7-way wiring harness on your 2021 Subaru Ascent you will want the Tekonsha OEM Replacement Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector item # 118290. This custom-fit T-One connector plugs into your vehicle's wiring harness. The connection point for the 7-way tow harness is located behind the rear bumper, on the driver's side. You will also need the Mounting Bracket and Installation Hardware item # PK12711U to mount the 7-way onto your hitch. Unless...
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• Trailer Hitch Confirmed to Fit a 2023 Subaru Ascent
• At this time, the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76253 has not been confirmed to fit the 2023 Subaru Ascent. I checked with our manufacturers to see about another option, but currently the only hitch that is confirmed to fit your 2023 Subaru Ascent is the EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7381 which does have a bolt-on installation.
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• Installing a Redarc RED44FR in a 2021 Subaru Ascent
• The 2021 Subaru Ascent that came from the factory with their tow package actually has a port under the dash where you can plug the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR directly into with an adapter. The Tekonsha Pigtail # 3062-P would plug directly into said port. You will also need the Redarc to Tekonsha adapter # 331-TPH-017 to complete the install. Unfortunately we haven't done any installs on the Ascent, so we do not have any videos as of yet.
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• Can Older Rhino Rack SX Series Legs Fit on a 2021 Subaru Ascent
• Yes. The Rhino Rack Series SX legs like the # RRSX009 are designed for raised factory side rails like the ones on your 2021 Subaru Ascent, so they will work just fine for you. I'm not seeing a 51" long Vortex Aero crossbar available and the closest size is 49" # RRVA126B-2, which are likely going to be a little bit too short to have the bars sit outside of the towers as this kit was designed. You can test it out to see how your old bars fit but you're likely going to want to replace them...
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• How to Convert a 4-way Trailer Connector on a 2019 Subaru Ascent to a 5-way
• The 4-pole to 5-pole adapter part # 20036 is the best way to adapt the 4-way on the Subaru Ascent to the 5-pin connector on the trailer but it does require you to splice into the reverse light wire. The reverse light circuit signals the lockout on the brake actuator while backing up the trailer, so the surge brakes do not activate. The blue wire on the adapter splices into the reverse light circuit on the Subaru The reverse light wire is normally located behind the taillights of the vehicle....
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• Where Can I Mount The Tekonsha Primus Brake Controller
• I went to the warehouse to measure the Primus and it does not take up as much space as you would think. The Tekonsha Primus part # TK90160 measures: Width- 3-3/8" Height- 1-1/4" Length-4-5/8" Most customers mount the Primus to the right side of the steering wheel low enough to where it doesn't interfere with driving. It does need to be mounted on a level horizontal plane and be lined up with the direction of travel. Vertically it can be mounted at any angle between 0 and 90 degrees. If...
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• Can I Use a Higher Rated Ball Mount?
• Yes, you can use a ball mount like item # DTSTBM6800 that has a higher capacity than your Subaru Ascent. You will just have to go off of the lowest capacity either your vehicle or hitch has. A better option would be to use the Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches item # C45534. This towing kit will provide you with a 2" ball and a fixed ball mount with a 3/4" rise and 2" drop. It also includes a hitch pin and clip, hitch receiver lock with keys, hitch cover, and a storage case. I have...
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• Trailer Hitch Receiver That Will Fit Behind Factory Bumper Cover On a 2022 Subaru Ascent
• Yes, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e55ZR will fit behind the bumper cover on your 2022 Subaru Ascent. You will also be able to fit either the Tekonsha 4-Way # 118790 or Tekonsha 7-Way # 118290 behind the same panel. You will need the Mounting Brackets # 18140 and # 18144 to secure the 4-way harness or the Mounting Brackets # 18140 and # PK12711U to secure the 7-way connector. I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller # 90195 if you need a trailer brake controller...
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• Trailer Hitch for a 2022 Subaru Ascent
• For your 2022 Subaru Ascent, you can use the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e55ZR. This hitch is made in the USA, has a bolt-on, no-drill installation and will provide you with a 2" hitch receiver. The 2" hitch receiver is the most common size used for hitch mounted accessories such as bike racks, cargo carriers and ball mounts. The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e55ZR also has a nice matte black finish. If you plan to do any towing, you can round out a tow package by picking up...
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• Can The Trailer Mount AutoWbrake Electric Brake Controller Blow My Vehicle Fuses
• I have a solution for you. Autowbrake Electric Brake Controller - Trailer Mount - 1 to 3 Axles - Proportional # 3430001. This unit installs behind the 7 way connection and because of this you will not have to worry about blowing a fuse or tripping a breaker on your vehicle end.
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• Can Tekonsha RF Brake Controller Fit 2021 Subaru Ascent
• Our Tekonsha RF brake controller part # TK94FR is the same as the Tekonsha part number 902502 that you mentioned. This can basically fit any vehicle that has an active 7-way so it would fit your 2021 Subaru Ascent with one as well.
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• Can I Really Tow 5,000 lbs With My 2019 Subaru Ascent
• The Draw-Tite hitch part # 76253 for 2019 Subaru Ascent is rated for towing up to 5,000 but only if the Subaru is equipped with an air-cooled continuously variable transmission fluid cooler from the factory and the trailer has brakes. The owner's manual states vehicles without the variable transmission fluid cooler can tow up to 2,000 lbs. It is a good idea to check to make sure your Subaru Ascent is equipped with the cooler from the factory before towing 5,000 lbs. You can find out if...
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• Lowest Profile Crossbars and Ski Rack for a 2023 Subaru Ascent
• The lowest profile crossbars for your 2023 Ascent are going to be the Rhino-Rack Vortex StealthBar item # JA7980. These attach directly to your side rails and stick up only 1-3/16". They have a 176 lbs capacity and are 35-5/8" long. I have linked an installation video below. The Yakima FatCat EVO 4 item # Y03095 will be the lowest profile and most aerodynamic carrier. It sits 4-5/8" above your crossbars. I have attached a diagram below that will show you the dimensions of this carrier....
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• Recommended Snapfit Cradle Replacement Kit for Thule Cargo Boxes
• I can confirm that the Thule Snapfit Cradle Replacement Kit item # TH68NB is the correct replacement part. It fits all of Thule's roof mounted cargo boxes no matter what model. I confirmed this information with Thule. This kit will replace all four Snapfit Cradles and includes four cradles and four screws. The Replacement Quick Grip Mount Assembly item # TH05738 you were looking at is a replacement part that fits the Thule Ascent, Atlantis, and Force cargo boxes. It fits the following...
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• Does Replacement T-Bolt with Nut for Yakima Rack and Roll Trailers Fit Thule AeroBlade Crossbars
• Yes, the Replacement T-Bolt with Nut for Yakima Rack and Roll Trailers # Y8880184 will fit in the channel of your Thule AeroBlade crossbars. We even had a customer review which states that is exactly what they have used this T-bolt for.
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• Will the etrailer Motorcycle Carrier Work With Scooter on 2019 Subaru Ascent
• So long as your 2019 Subaru Ascent has a 2 inch trailer hitch receiver like the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13400 or Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 76253 then a scooter can be carried by the etrailer Motorcycle Carrier for 2" Hitches # e98873. The only thing you'll need to take note of is the track width, which is 5" so that is the largest your tires can be. I was unable to find your tire's exact width but if they are larger then the carrier wouldn't work. If you are able to use the # e98873 then...
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• Will accessories for Yakima round bars fit these square bars?
• Typically if an accessory works with a round bar, it will work with a square bar # MPG203. Given my time at eTrailer I have not seen an accessory that works for one and not the other. For example, the Yakima JayLow # Y04073 works with both round and square bars and so does the RockyMounts TomaHawk # RKY1222.
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• Removing The Wobble From A Curt Cargo Carrier, # C18151, In A Trailer Hitch
• Your 20x59 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - Folding - 500 lbs, part # C18151, needs an anti-rattle device. You can replace your existing hitch pin/bolt with theAnti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches - 3-1/2" Span, part # 63232. With this, you can take out the excess movement between the trailer hitch and the cargo basket. If you do not want to replace your existing hitch pin you can also use the Roadmaster Quiet Hitch for 2" Trailer Hitches, part # RM-061. This...
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