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  • Malone Roof Rack and Canoe Carrier for 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
  • We can help you figure out a workable roof rack/canoe carrier option for transporting your Old Town Saranac 146. This boat is 14-feet 6-inches long, 36-inches wide and weighs 79-lbs. The Malone Steel Top roof rack # MPG201 uses square crossbars and is a confirmed fit on the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek with factory installed roof side rails that run front to back. It offers a 165-lb weight capacity so it will be fine for the weight of your Saranac 146. If you want to maximize your rooftop...
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  • Will the etrailer.com e98838 Fit a 2014 Crosstrek Hybrid?
  • The etrailer.com # e98838 will definitely fit your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid. Though we have not done an install on a 2014 as of yet, I did include an install video we did on a 2015 for you to check out.
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  • WeatherTech Side Window Deflectors for a 2014 XV Crosstrek
  • The WeatherTech Front Air Deflectors part # WT80709 that you referenced have been confirmed to fit the front windows of your 2014 Surbaru Crosstrek XV so they will work for you. We have sold a few of these so far and haven't heard any thing back from the customers who bought them saying they didn't fit. One of the customers had a 2013 XV and another had a 2014.
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  • Will the Yakima HullRaiser Kayak Carrier Fit Factory Crossbars on a 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
  • The MightyMounts will not allow you to use the regular HullRaiser, # Y04039, with the factory bars on your 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. However, all you will need to get your HullRaiser to fit is the HullRaiser to HullRaiser Aero Conversion Kit, # Y8860031. This kit replaces the standard hardware on the HullRaiser with new hardware that will fit the factory Subaru bars. You will need to order 2 kits for a complete conversion.
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  • Will Thule Canyon XT Roof Cargo Basket fit 2013 Subaru Crosstrek With Factory Crossbars
  • Yes it will! I can confirm that the Thule Canyon XT Roof Cargo Basket # TH864XT will fit your 2013 Subaru Crosstrek with factory crossbars; I checked with Thule to confirm this. If you needs something to help keep cargo in place as you use this basket a great option is Thule Cargo Net # TH692. I do recommend adding Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders # TH450400 to lock this basket to your crossbars and help protect your investment.
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  • Will the Malone Roof Rack Fit on a 2013 Subaru CrossTrek
  • The Malone Roof Rack, # MPG201, will Fit on your 2013 Subaru CrossTrek as long as it has the factory raised side rails that run front to back (see photo). If your CrossTrek has a bare roof without any rails (see photo), then you will want the Thule Rapid Podium Roof Rack. The Podium roof rack consists of the 47 inch SquareBars, # TH712200, the Rapid Podium foot pack, # TH460R and the Podium Fit Kit, # THKIT3068. This roof rack will install on fixed points on your roof.
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  • Snow Chain Use on 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek with P225/55R17 Tires
  • When it comes to using tire chains, the auto maker gets to have the final word. On page 8-11 of the online owner's manual Subaru indicates that standard tire chains cannot be used due to limited clearance between the tires and the vehicle body, but that special low-profile S-Class traction devices CAN be used but only on the FRONT tires. Thule's K-Summit Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains # TH02230K44 are S-Class rated and will fit your P225/55R17 size tires. These advanced self-tensioning...
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  • Why Dont 2,000 Lb Trailer Axles Comes with a Brake Mounting Flange
  • A 2,000 lb trailer axle like the Dexter Trailer Axle Beam part # T20BTR-7258 is not going to come equipped from the manufacturer with a brake mounting flange because of the weight of the trailer it is designed to be used on. However, most qualified welders can add the brake mounting flange part # 4-34 for a very small fee. The Dexter Trailer Axle has a 2,000 lb weight capacity, 58" spring center, and 72" hub face length. It uses a L44649 bearing on both the inner and outer seats. Once...
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  • Putting a Yakima RocketBox Pro 14 onto a 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek with Factory/OEM Crossbars
  • The Yakima RocketBox Pro 14, part # Y07192 is a verified fit with Yakima for the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek with OEM Aero crossbars that are not branded WhispBar. The clamp mounts are adjustable to a variety of sizes and should fit easily. If not, you can use the Universal MightyMounts, part # Y03590 that are designed to fit most other shaped roof bars and are easy to switch to from your current clamps. Specifically, the distance between the center of your two crossbars will need to be...
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  • Will Yakima RocketBox Pro 14 # Y07192 Fit on Thule AeroBlade Crossbars on 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
  • My technical contact at Yakima said they do not test their cargo boxes on the Thule Aeroblades, however, the Yakima RocketBox 14 will fit on Yakima Whispbars. The Aeroblade crossbars are 3-1/8 inches wide and the Whispbars are 3-5/8 inches wide, so you will be fine and the cargo box mounting hardware will fit your current crossbars. The RocketBox Pro 14 will mount to crossbars that have a center-to-center spread of between 24 and 40 inches. The inside dimensions of the RocketBox are a...
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  • Differences Between a Class I and Class III Hitch for Carrying Bikes on a 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek
  • You're right, there are no Class II trailer hitches available for the 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek. This is because of the vehicle's ability to tow larger trailers when equipped with the larger Class III hitches. There are very few reasons to use a Class III trailer hitch for your proposed applications. I've included a link to a few of our help articles that dive further into this below, but in summary, you'd want the Class III if you're a fan of having more options and flexibility or think...
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  • Will Thule Force XT XXL Fit Factory Crossbars On Subaru XV Crosstrek
  • For your Subaru XV Crosstrek, with the factory crossbars, the Thule Force XT XXL Rooftop Cargo Box, part # TH6359B is designed to work well. This is a 22 cubic ft cargo box and features Quick-Grip clamps that make installation a breeze. this has a dual-side opening lid which allows access from either side of the vehicle, and also has locks that secure the cargo. The weight capacity of this cargo box is 110 lbs. This cargo box measures 90-1/2 x 35-1/2 x 18-3/4 inches. You will want to...
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  • Cigarette Plug Adapter Recommendation for Use with CTEK Battery Charger # CTEK56353
  • We do have the CTEK Comfort Connect Cigarette Plug Charger Cable # CTEK56263 which is what you are looking for to go with the CTEK Charger part # CTEK56353 that you also referenced. The cost is available for this down below.
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  • Curt Trailer Hitch Fitment for 2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek
  • Good news, I was able to confirm that yes, the Curt hitch part # C13135 that you referenced is a fit for your 2016 Subaru XV Crosstrek. It is important to note that this hitch recommends the use of a stabilizing strap like the # 18050 with any non-trailer loads. I've linked an install video on the 2015 for you to check out they will install similarly.
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  • Will the Saris SuperClamp EX 2 Bike Rack Fit with EcoHitch 306-X7203 on a 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek
  • We actually had the chance to install the Saris SuperClamp EX # SA4025F on a 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek and there was no issue with the bike rack hitting the muffler at all. I have attached the installation video for you to checkout. You can note that the trailer hitch that is installed on the Crosstrek actually sits below the bumper just like the Curt # C11286. Since the EcoHitch Invisi Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7203 receiver stick out through the knock-out panel in the bumper the...
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  • Recommended Trunk-Mount Bike Carrier For 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek
  • The Saris Bones RS 3 Bike Carrier, part # SA801BL may be a good fit for your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek if it has no spoiler. Since the # SA801BL does have 2 upper straps that attach to the seam between the roof and the rear hatch, they will not work if you do have a spoiler on your vehicle. All of the trunk mount bike carriers we offer have some style of strap or cable system to secure the bike racks to the vehicle. We do have a really nice bike rack I recommend. It is the Thule OutWay...
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring for a 2016 Subaru Outback and 2 Inch Bike Rack
  • For your 2016 Subaru Outback I recommend the popular Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75673. This is a Class III trailer hitch with a 2 inch receiver so it will be compatible with your bike carrier. The factory Subaru hitch is a 1-1/4 inch and the problem it has is that the hitch pin hole is too close to the end of the receiver. This means that not enough of the accessory shank will be in the receiver and that can lead to damage to the bike carrier and bikes. I have included a link to a video...
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  • Will Yakima LoadWarrior Cargo Basket Fit 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek Factory Roof Rack
  • Yes! I checked with Yakima and the LoadWarrior cargo basket # Y07070 is a fit for the factory roof rack on the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek. I have included a link to a video review of this basket for you.
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  • Portable Air Compressor and Pass Through TPMS w/ Trailer Tire/Wheel Upgrade for Beach Towing
  • Taking over half of the PSI out of the Loadstar ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire with 13" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D item # AM3S331 tires is not something I can recommend doing. I used to live in the desert so I understand the necessity for what you are intending to do when traveling across soft sand. Besides voiding the tire warranty the issue with running the tires deflated is the tire's sidewalls flex more causing heat to build up within the tire. This issue will increase driving...
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  • Do Covercraft Carhartt Seat Saver Custom Seat Protectors # SSC2483CAGY Interfere with Air Bags
  • Covercraft Carhartt Seat Saver Custom Seat Protectors # SSC2483CAGY are a custom fit for the seats in the 2014 and 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek. They fit the seat style shown in the linked diagram. These covers will NOT interfere with normal operation of your Crosstrek's air bags.
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