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  • Bike Rack Needed to Carry Electric Recumbent and RadCity Electric Bikes
  • If a bike rack says 45 lbs max per bike then you might be able to get away with a few lbs over that limit if you have 1 bike, but 20 lbs over that limit will definitely not be safe. This is due to the weight capacity of the pieces used for the wheel cradles as it's clear the bike rack can handle up to 90 lbs. With all of that being said, all you need to do is use the Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE 2 Electric Bike Rack # HLY84FR and then also get the Long Wheelbase Kit # HRLWBK-2Y to accommodate...
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  • Is a 2,000LB Axle With Hub Face Measurement of 70.5" a Commonly Found Size?
  • This is not a common axle size. The Axle # e32GR is going to be our closest to your current axle. This axle has a 72" hub face with spring center of 58". You may be able to use this axle if you have the clearance for your tires to be moved out 3/4" on each side of your trailer. The current spring seats can be cut off and 2 new Seats # TRSS175 can be welded on at the 59" spring center you have. A U-Bolt Kit # CE23000 will allow you to attach this axle to your current leaf springs.
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  • EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2021 Subaru Crosstrek
  • According to EcoHitch, the # 306-X7203 isn't a fit to for the 2021 Crosstrek, as there have been changes to the rear of of the vehicle between the 2018 model and the 2021 model that would prevent the hitch from fitting. The good news is that EcoHitch has a completely concealed hitch available for the 2021 model, part # 306-X7365. The receiver tube of the hitch is completely removable, so when the hitch isn't being used and you remove the receiver tube and the hitch will be 100% hidden...
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  • Roof Top Cargo Basket to Fit 2013 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • Many rooftop cargo baskets like the Curt # C18115 require crossbars on the vehicle roof and in the case of this particular basket these bars must be spaced at one of three specific distances and not exceed 3-inches in width or 1-5/8-inches in height. There are also cargo baskets from other companies like Surco that can mount directly to factory side rails on some cars but on your 2013 Subaru Outback Wagon none of their products are a fit. I confirmed with my contact at Surco. I also checked...
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  • Comparing Thule Passage and Saris Bones Bike Rack
  • If I personally had to choose between the two, I'd go with the Thule # TH911XT. I actually prefer the looks of the # SA805BL Saris Bones, but I don't care for the way that the weight of the bikes and the rack rest on feet that small. Spreading the weight over a larger area like the Archway does lessens the chances that the vehicle will be damaged, and makes the whole unit more stable. Both rack manufacturer offers a limited lifetime warranty, so you really can't go wrong either way. If...
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  • What is Best Hitch for Ground Clearance for 2022 Subaru Ascent
  • For carrying a bike rack the best hitch for your 2022 Subaru Ascent would be the etrailer part # e55ZR which installs behind the rear bumper panel. This helps in two ways. First it makes the hitch sit up higher which allows for better ground clearance so that means no risk of bike rack or bikes dragging/scraping pavement. Secondly it gives a totally hidden appearance when not in use since you can cover the opening. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
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  • Roof Rack and Cargo Box Recommendation for 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon with Raised Rails
  • For your 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon we have the Rhino Rack Vortex Stealth bar part # JA7975 which is a confirmed fit and would work well with your vehicle and with your Thule Pulse cargo box # TH614. We don't have a RockyMounts rack for your vehicle though.
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  • Hanging Bike Rack Recommendation with Best Ground Clearance
  • The Swagman Trailhead part # S63360 has the larger rise at 3 inches over the # 63120 which has 2 inches. The Trailhead also has about two inches of straight shank directly out of the hitch opening before starting to angle upward. It's the ground clearance winner for sure.
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  • Does the Valterra Rubber Tank Grommet # F02-2106 Fit Specific Wall or Floor Thickness
  • The Valterra Rubber Tank Grommet # F02-2106 can fit a variety of floor or wall thicknesses as it's designed to mount to a toilet floor flange that gets mounted to the floor under the toilet. This grommet does not fit directly to the floor or wall.
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  • Is a 2 Inch Trailer Hitch Available for 2018 Subaru Impreza Sedan?
  • The only hitches available for a 2018 Subaru Impreza sedan have 1-1/4" receivers; there is no option for a 2" hitch on the sedan model of '18 Impreza. The Draw-Tite # 24960 and Curt # C11466 that fit the sedan are each Class I hitches that have a 200 lb tongue weight capacity so if you are using an accessory like a bike rack with either hitch you need to be sure it is Class I rated.
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  • Tow Mirrors for 2019 Subaru Ascent
  • The CIPA Custom Towing Mirror, # CM11401 you reference is for Ram Trucks. Currently, the best option for tow mirrors on a 2019 Subaru Ascent are the CIPA universal mirrors, # 11953-2. Please note the linked installation video below on a 2020 model.
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  • Hitch Availability for 2014 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid
  • Hitch manufacturers can sometimes take time to engineer and test a hitch design for a new model vehicle like your 2014 Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid because of limited access to that particlular version. However, according to my contact at two hitch makers the relatively limited demand for the hybrid version of the Crosstrek means that development of a hitch that fits it is not really a commercially viable proposition, at least not at this point. For limited-demand vehicles the cost of R&D and...
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  • Availability of Plug and Play Flat Towing Wiring Harness for 2008 Subaru Outback
  • Although our vendors don't offer a plug and play option, we do offer a universal harness, part # RM-154. The wiring harness would splice directly into the taillight circuits of your Outback, as demonstrated in the video I've linked. The video shows the harness being installed on a Honda CR-V, so the wire colors you splice into will be different, but the video should still give you a good idea of what the install involves. If you don't already have a towbar and base plates, I'd recommend...
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  • Hitch Availability for a 2013 Subaru Impreza
  • The only hitches we offer for your 2013 Subaru Impreza are Class I 1-1/4 inch hitches like the part # C11286 which will fit if you have a hatchback with single exhaust. Class III 2 inch hitches are only used on vehicles with higher capacities like trucks and SUVs. I attached a page that has all of the hitches we offer for your 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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  • Is the etrailer e65ZR Trailer Hitch Receiver Still Available for 2022 Subaru Outback
  • The e65ZR was discontinued and replaced with the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" # e25TR. There was an update in the design of this hitch so the old etrailer and similar Curt hitches were replaced. I have attached an installation video for your reference.
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  • Availability of Trailer Hitch for 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
  • For your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, I recommend the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13382. This sturdy Class III hitch is confirmed to fit your Crosstrek and will give you a 2 inch receiver opening and has a towing weight capacity of 3,500 pounds. It is custom-fit for this vehicle so it will use existing holes in the Crosstrek frame for a no-drill installation. All of the necessary hardware is included. I have attached the complete installation manual for this hitch that you can...
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  • Availability of Trailer Hitch for 2018 Subaru Crosstrek
  • For your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13382. This Class III trailer hitch is confirmed to fit your vehicle and will provide you with a 2 inch receiver opening and a towing weight capacity of 3,500 pounds. The hitch is custom-fit for your Crosstrek, which means that it will use existing holes in the vehicle's frame for a no-drill installation. I have attached the installation details that you can also look through. It looks like there was a bit...
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  • Recommended Solution for 3500-lbs Axle with Spring Seats 64 Inches Apart
  • I may have a solution for you, but we do not have a stock axle with a 3500-lbs capacity and the spring seats 63" or 64" apart. However, you could go with an axle-less suspension system like the Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System w Electric Brake Hubs - Straight Spindle - 3,500 lbs # A35RS545E, which is a great solution that will replace your axle and leaf spring suspension. This is a great alternative to a custom axle and it comes with the hubs and drums, and the brake assemblies...
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  • Using Rhino Rack Roof Cargo Basket/2-Bike Carrier RRRMCB03 with Thru-Axle Bikes
  • This Rhino-Rack Carrier # RRRMCB03 includes integrated fork blocks that let you mount 2 bikes with 15 mm x 100 mm thru axles to the carrier. Additional aluminum sleeves (sold separately) allow you to carry bikes with different size thru axles. They offer the following adapters: # RRRBCA036 15-mm x 110 mm # RRRBCA039 9-mm x 135 mm # RRRBCA037 15-mm x 150-mm # RRRBCA038 20-mm x 110-mm
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  • Options for 12 Foot Long Propane Hose with Male and Femail Quick Connect Fittings
  • I wish I had a better answer for you, but the Camco Quick-Connect to Quick-Connect Propane Hose # CAM57280 at 3 feet long is the only propane hose we carry with the male and female quick connects. I spoke with my contact at Camco and he confirmed that there is not a 10 or 12 foot version of this hose. The only solution I can offer is to use an Extension Hose, 12 Feet Long # CAM59043 with fitting adapters so the Camco Quick-Connect Kit # CAM59853 will work. My contact at Camco informed...
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