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  • Which Locks Do I Use on Thule Evo Flush Rail Feet for 2017 Subaru Outback Touring
  • The Thule Roof Rack system for your 2017 Subaru Outback Touring Edition that uses the Evo Flush Rail Feet # TH710601 and WingBar Evo # TH711200 comes with very simple plastic "locks" that are meant to be inserted into the lock slots as place holders, but they're not actual locks that will deter theft. The good news is that there are locks available to be used in their place that are strong and will do a great job of protecting everything. The locks on the Evo Flush Rail Feet are designed...
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  • How to Use an Older Yakima Ski Rack on a 2018 Subaru Outback
  • More than likely what you need is the Universal MightyMounts for Yakima Roof Mounted Accessories # Y03590. These mounts will fit ski racks made as early as 1990 and are the most likely option for adapting your older Yakima ski rack to the roof rack on your 2018 Subaru Outback. If you can tell me what model ski rack you have, I can confirm that the Mightmounts # Y03590 will work for you.
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  • Parts Needed To Tow a Small Travel Trailer With Electric Brakes Behind a 2014 Subaru Outback
  • It appears you have it figured out on your parts. My only alteration on the parts would be using the Curt Easy Mount Bracket # C58000 to attach 7-Way # ETBC7 rather than the Mounting Plate # 18136. This is due to having the hidden cross tube on etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e42TR and the Curt Bracket # C58000 will attach to the end of the receiver to hold the 7-way. Here is the list of parts I recommend with the other bracket. etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e42TR T-One Vehicle...
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  • How Can I Order 4 Keyed-Alike Keys for My Thule Locks?
  • Yes! You can order 4 replacement Thule keys that are coded to your lock cores. What you need to do is look up the 5-character code on your key cores that are right above the key hole. Once you have the code, you will be able to order 4 replacement keys with that code. For example, if you have core cylinder code N2862, you need the # THKEYN2862. On the # THKEYN2862 product page, you simply select "4" in the quantity box before adding it to your cart.
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  • Choosing a Ball Mount for 2015 Subaru Outback with Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver
  • To choose the correct ball mount and hitch ball you first need to determine if you'll need a rise or drop to tow your trailer. I've attached an article that explains this but basically you need to measure from the ground to the inside top of the hitch receiver. Then measure from the ground to the bottom of your trailer's coupler. Make sure they're both parked on level ground. If the hitch receiver is higher you'll need a ball mount with a drop and if the coupler is higher you'll need...
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  • Correct SAE Bolt Replacement for a Metric M8 x 15mm Bolt
  • While we do not have the replacement locking knob you're needing for your ARKSEN bike rack we do have a wide variety of replacement bolts that we can help you with. With your old bolt being a M8 x 15mm metric bolt, you're going to need to swap it over to SAE as we do not have a corresponding replacement. To do this, you're going to need the Replacement Hex Bolt for Dexter Model 6 Actuators # T1781500. This bolt is 5/16" x 1/2" which is going to be the closet we carry to what you currently...
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  • Recommended Alternative to Thule Helium 2 Platform Rack Capable of Carrying 60-lbs Bikes
  • I recommend using the Inno Tire Hold 2 Bike Platform Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Tilting # INH120, which has all of the same features of the Thule Helium 2 and the same aesthetics, plus the 60-lbs per bike capacity you're looking for. The Tire Hold 2 fits on both 1-1/4" and 2" hitches, so it's a great choice no matter what your hitch size and it has a lightweight aluminum design that's going to resist rust really well. This rack also comes with a locking hitch pin and lock for the bikes,...
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  • Recommended Roof Rack Setup For Carrying A Tent On A 2013 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • Yes, I would be happy to assist you and I know exactly what you need. The most economical setup that will also work for your vehicle is the Malone AirFlow 2 Aero Crossbars 58" # MPG216. This kit comes with everything you need and has a weight capacity of 165lbs. These bars also come with built-in locks.
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  • Can I Use the SUP Taxi Paddleboard Tie Down with a Thule Canyon Cargo Basket
  • I have a solution for you, but even with the 20" Extension # TH8591XT added to the Thule Canyon # TH859XT, the Canyon is only going to be 69" long and I can't imagine that you'd be able to fit a full sized paddleboard inside it. Additionally, the Thule SUP Taxi # TH810001 is not designed to fit on the bars of the Thule Canyon securely so that's not really an option. With that said, both the Canyon and SUP Taxi can be easily installed and removed as needed, so you can just remove the Canyon...
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  • Parts Needed to Use Curt Echo Brake Controller on a 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • Having a 4-Way Connector, like part # 118467, on your 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon is the first step into utilizing a brake controller. To complete your wiring so that you can use the Curt Echo # C51180 brake controller you just need to install the 7-Way Upgrade Kit # ETBC7L which plugs right into the 4-Way and then pulls power directly from your vehicle battery via the lead wire that comes with the kit. The only other thing I recommend picking up is the No-Drill Bracket # 18140 so that...
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  • Parts Needed to Install 7-Way Trailer Connector on 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • Glad to hear that you're already set up with the Curt Trailer Hitch # C67JR on your 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon. If you don't already have a 4-Way connector like the Curt # C56040 then that is our first step. Next is to upgrade this to a 7-Way since Subaru doesn't have direct provisions. For this I recommend the 7-Way Upgrade Kit # ETBC7L which gets us both 4-Way and 7-Way connectors. The 7-Way will carry all of the lighting functions and then also supply 12V power once we route the black...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch For A 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon Wilderness
  • When it comes to installing a trailer hitch on your 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2 inch # e25TR is confirmed to fit your vehicle per the manufacturer. The trailer hitch installation is 100% like the Curt Hitch # C67JR. I will put the Curt hitch installation video below. The etrailer hitch has a bolt-on installation with no welding required. It has a gloss black powder coat finish over a protective base coat...
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  • Recommended Extended Ball Mount for 1-1/4 Hitch Receiver on 2018 Subaru Outback
  • It sounds like you're looking for a longer ball mount for a 1-1/4" hitch receiver installed on your 2018 Subaru Outback. The longest available ball mount for a 1-1/4" hitch is the Curt Class II Drawbar - 3-7/8" Rise - 13-1/2" Long - 3,500 lbs # C45000, which is 13-1/2" long and will fit a hitch ball with a 3/4" diameter; hitch pin hole size is typically standard depending on the receiver size and a 1-1/4" receiver typically has a 1/2" hitch pin hole. This ball mount does have a 3-7/8" rise...
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  • Parts Needed to Install Trailer Brake Controller and 7-Way Trailer Connector on 2017 Subaru Outback
  • Yes, you can install a 7-way blade-style trailer socket on your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon that will be able to provide basic trailer lighting signals, power for trailer brakes and 12V auxiliary power to maintain a trailer-mounted battery. Since you already have a 4-pole flat wiring harness on the car all you will need is a trailer brake controller like the easy-to-use and reliable Prodigy P2 # 90885 and our installation kit # ETBC7, which includes all parts required to install both the...
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  • How to Carry a Mad River Canoe on a 2011 Subaru Outback with Factory Roof Rack
  • I called Yakima this morning just to be sure and our contact confirmed that carrying your canoe will require the removal of your factory rack and adding a Yakima Roof Rack on your 2011 Subaru Outback Wagon. Parts needed would be the LandingPad 13 for Yakima Control Towers, # Y00239, Round 48 Inch CrossBars, # Y00408, and the Yakima Control Towers, # Y00124. Once the roof system is installed you will be able to use any of the Yakima Canoe Carriers. I have provided a link to these carriers...
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  • Recommended 7-Way Connector for 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • I would be happy to help you setup your 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon to control your trailer's brakes. I recommend the Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller item # ETBC7. The kit includes a pre-wired 7- and 4-way trailer connector that mounts easily at the rear of your vehicle with an included bracket. This kit is designed for use on a vehicle with an existing 4-way flat trailer connector and plugs directly into it. You will then connect one wire to the blue wire on the...
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  • Parts Needed to Install a 7-way on a 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • You can absolutely get a 7-way connection at the back of your 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon. The reason you are only seeing 4-way adapters is because your Outback Wagon does not have factory wiring. So essentially you will need to install a 4-way flat like the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat # 118467. You would then use an adapter like the Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole # 37185 to get the 7-way. But because you mentioned needing the 12v circuit you will be better off using the 7-Way...
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  • Recommended Ball Mount For Towing UHaul Trailer with 2010 Subaru Outback
  • It sounds like the trailer you're towing from Uhaul has a coupler height of 18-1/2" to 18-3/4", which is likely what they're referring to when they're talking about optimal height. There are a lot of factors that affect the height of the hitch on your vehicle in relation to the ground but typically we've found that when the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" # 76227 sits 15-16" from the top of the receiver to the ground. You'll want to measure once...
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  • Trailer Wiring Harness For A 2023 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • We have just the perfect trailer wiring harness for your 2023 Subaru Outback Wagon! The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118467 will provide you with a 4-flat connector and make it to where your trailer's stop, turn, and taillights will mirror your vehicle's stop, turn, and taillights. This connector will plug into your vehicle's wiring harness, which is located in your rear cargo area, either behind the driver's-side trim panel or in the spare tire compartment. It is recommended that...
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  • Can Side Rails Be Added to Thule Caprock Platform Roof Tray
  • Yes, there are side rails available for the Thule Caprock Platform Roof Tray # TH48YE. The rails can be found as part # TH63YE for the 59" x 65" platform you're looking at, and they sit at the four side but leave the corners open so you have some flexibility when it comes to the cargo you put on the rack.
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