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  • Does Go Power Heavy Duty Inverter part # 34280179 Have AC Hardwiring Capability
  • I went through the manual of the Go Power Heavy Duty Inverter part # 34280179 and that is not a knock out plate and it does not have a function. The only way to connect to AC sources is using the plugs that are just to the left of the switch.
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  • Can the 12V Power Wire In a 7 Way Be Used to Charge a Lithium Battery
  • Rich, the 12V wire is not going to charge your lithium battery well. Typically when you start your vehicle and your alternator is charging the starting battery, you will get some charging to your lithium battery while the alternator is outputting at bulk or absorption voltage, but once the starting battery reaches the float stage you will get a very minimal amount of charging to your battery. So, you're going to need to run the power from the start battery instead of the 12v pin on the 7-way.
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  • Roof Rack for 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness With Roof Top Tent
  • I'm assuming you're wanting a roof rack to hold your tent since you looked at the Malone AirFlow2 # MAL74AR. I would double check the requirements of your roof tent to be sure, but this roof rack should be able to handle it. For example, a tent like the Yakima SkyRise # Y07436 requires a roof and roof rack with a minimum capacity of 165 lbs. The Malone rack would meet those requirements. If you only plan to use the roof rack when you use the tent the Malone is a good option. If you want...
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  • Brake Controller Components Needed For A 2023 Subaru Forester Wilderness
  • Hi Misty, The # ETBC7L along with the Curt Echo Wireless Brake Controller # C51180 would be a compatible option for your 2023 Subaru Forester, but you might need to install one other wire harness first. If you don't currently have a 4-pole trailer wire harness then you'll first need to install the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118467. This comes with plug-in connectors for a fast and easy installation. Once complete you can connect the 4-pole connector...
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  • Will EcoHitch for 2020 Subaru Forester Allow Kuat Pivot Hitch Adapter to Work
  • Hey Alec, the EcoHitch part # 306-X7391 is compatible with the Kuat Pivot assembly part # PVP20B and is definitely long enough to allow it to fully function.
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  • Can I Use A Tow Bar With The 2" Hitch On A 2006 Ford E350 Van?
  • Hello Curtis. You can absolutely use an RV mount tow bar with your 2006 Ford E350 Van. For example, the Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar # BX7420 is compatible with any 2" hitch receiver. This could be on a motorhome, van or pickup truck. As long as the weight of the towed vehicle does not exceed the towing capacity of your hitch you will be just fine.
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  • Does the Heat Shield Need to be Removed to Install the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver
  • The heat shield actually has to be permanently removed to install the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e83ZR on your 2024 Subaru Forester.
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  • Will Inno Roof Deck Platform Rack Fit Malone AriFlow2 Crossbars on a 2023 Subaru Forester
  • Thanks for reaching out, Dan! The Inno Roof Deck Platform Rack # INA510 comes with Memory Mount Clamps that will fit perfectly to the 50" Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack # MAL74AR on your 2023 Subaru Forester. You can use the Aero Crossbar T-Slot Mounting Hardware # INBRP12 if you'd like, but it isn't necessary for this application. I've actually had the opportunity to install this a handful of times and it's my favorite cargo basket/platform that we carry due to how easy it is to install! Attached...
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  • Can 2 Yakima JayHook Carriers Be Used on 2022 Subaru Forester OEM Roof Rack System
  • Hey Amy, thanks for reaching out! The Yakima JayHook Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs # Y04084 measure 9-1/2" from the front of the hook to the back of the upright, so you'll technically be able to get 2 sets on the 27" wide crossbar on your 2022 Subaru Forester. With that being said, the OEM crossbars sit really close to your roof so while the JayHook will technically fit, the mounting hardware will be dangerously close to touching your roof when loaded so I recommend swapping those bars...
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  • Can Cable Lock be Used Instead of Cam Strap to Tie Down Gear
  • Hey Albert; I suppose you can technically use the Cable Lock # 8428DPS as a way to tie down gear, but I wouldn't recommend it and it doesn't have any type of load rating as it's not meant for that specific application. To be on the safe side I would definitely stick with cam straps like the 8-3/16' long Rhino-Rack Cam Buckle Cinch Straps # RRRTD25L or 11-1/2' Long # RRRTD35L.
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  • Rhino-Rack Roof Rack Capable Of Supporting 125LB Rooftop Tent On a 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness
  • According to Rhino-Rack your 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness is going to have a weight capacity of 75lbs with their Rhino-Rack Vortex StealthBar Roof Rack # JA7973. The only roof system Rhino-Rack shows for your Forester that can handle 125lbs is their Pioneer Platform # RR77AB.
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  • Troubleshooting Flickering LED Lights on Trailer
  • Flickering LED lights is not an uncommon thing. You already found the solution with the Load Resistor Kit for LED Turn Signals # DI34ZR. Installing a load resistor on each affected circuit should solve your problem.
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  • Recommended Trunk Mounted Bike Rack Compatible with 2019 Forester Sport with Spoiler
  • Saris does not confirm the Bones 2 bike track as a fit for your vehicle. The best rack I can confirm as a fit is the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 2 bike # HRF2 or 3 bike # HRF2-3. Hollywood Racks does confirm this fit and this rack is designed to give you the best trunk mounted bike rack for a spoiler like on your 2019 Subaru Forester Sport. This rack is adjustable to fit your vehicle perfectly. If you have step-thru frames, I recommend using a bike adapter bar like # 64005 to give...
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  • Replacement Hub With A 5 on 4.5 Bolt Pattern For A Hub With A 4 on 4 Bolt Pattern
  • Hey Thomas, To determine the correct fit we'll just need to look at your bearings and grease seal to find the right match. I'm assuming you have the Dexter Trailer Idler Hub Assembly for 2,000-lb Axles # 8-91-05UC1, which uses bearing # L44649 (inner diameter: 1.063") for both the inner and outer bearings and grease seal # 10-9 (inner diameter: 1.5"). If you take your hub off and find the bearings aren't stamped with these part numbers then I can use the part numbers you have to figure...
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  • Trailer Hitch Receiver Compatible With Thule Helium Pro 2 Bike Rack On a 2019 Subaru Forester
  • Both the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7391 and Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13409 are going to be compatible with the Thule Apex XT Bike Rack # TH9024XT on your 2019 Subaru Forester. When we installed these receivers on a Forester in our shop we found the Curt # C13409 had 4" from the hitch pin center hole to edge of the bumper. And the EcoHitch # 306-X7391 had 3" from the hitch pin center to the edge of the bumper. Personally I feel the EcoHitch looks much better as...
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  • 2-Bike Thule Bike Rack Recommendation for Subaru Forester
  • Hey Diane, so the Thule T2 pro part # TH23GC is a really great option for a 2 bike hitch rack that fits the 1-1/4 inch hitch size that you most likely have at the rear of your Subaru. It weighs 49 lb which is a little on the lighter side for this type of rack. Another rack I really like from Thule that would work with your Subaru is the Thule Easy Fold XT part # TH903202 which weighs about the same but has a ramp that pulls out to make loading and unloading the bikes a lot easier. This...
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  • Availability of Replacement Hitch Install Hardware
  • Hey Louis, yes we do offer replacement install hardware for all of the hitches we carry with the part # RHK. You'd need to enter the part number for the hitch you need the hardware for on the product page and we'll ship you out the correct hardware kit.
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  • Distance From Ground to Top of EcoHitch on 2015 Subaru Forester
  • We do have the measurement you are looking for, as we did test fit the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7216 on a 2015 Subaru Forester. As you can see by the accompanying photo, the distance from ground to the top of the receiver is 15 inches. It's smart to get that measurement as that helps for knowing how much ground clearance you have as well as what ball mount you may need. If you do plan on towing and also need a wiring harness then the correct one for your '15 Forester...
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  • Is There a Difference Between The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver 13459 and # C47HR For 2024 Subaru Fore
  • The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver 13459 is our part # C47HR. We have to use part numbers different from the manufacturers as we carry parts from hundreds of manufacturers and the part numbers aren't always going to be different. This receiver is confirmed to fit your 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness. I recommend installing the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56040 when you install the receiver. This 4-way flat connector is the connector most commonly found on trailers you might...
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  • Recommended Hitch and 3 Bike Rack for a 2015 Subaru Forester
  • I would be happy to help you. The etrailer Hitch item # e98839 is confirmed to fit your 2015 Subaru Forester. It is custom fit and bolts to your Subaru with included hardware. It has a 2" receiver with a 525 lbs tongue weight capacity. I have linked an installation video below along with a couple of pictures so you can see what this hitch looks like installed. Since you plan on towing you will also need a wiring harness item # 118467 and a ball mount kit item # C45534. I have a couple...
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