What Is Ground Clearance For Trailer Hitch On 2006 Subaru Legacy Wagon

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Hi, I have the legacy wagon, not the outback, so it rides lower to the ground. Will the draw-tite give me enough ground clearance? Im looking at the 2inch receiver since I already have that equipment, and think it will be stronger than 1.25inch is that true? I will be occasionally towing a tear trailer that is 600 lbs empty, but I have some stuff in it maybe 200 #. Thanks

asked by: Stephanie

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The Hidden Hitch, part # 87446 and the Draw-Tite, part # 75560 trailer hitches are made by the same manufacturer and are identical. I have attached a link to an installation video for the part # 87446 you can check out. As you can see in the video, the distance from the top of the hitch to the ground is 12-1/4 inches and the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the back of the rear bumper is 6-1/4 inches.

You are correct that the Class lll hitch will have more strength than a 1-1/4 inch hitch will. It is much more versatile and a lot easier to find accessories that can be used.

If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

If you do not have trailer wiring on your Legacy I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness, part # 118461. This plugs into the vehicle wiring located in the rear cargo area that will either be behind the driver side tail light assembly or in the spare tire compartment.

When working with electrical connectors I recommend using dielectric grease like part # 11755. This keeps dirt and moisture out of the electrical connections and helps prevent corrosion.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L

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Answer 1

For your 2020 Subaru Ascent the hitch I recommend is the EcoHitch part #306-X7381 as it's only aftermarket options that installs behind the rear bumper panel to give you a totally hidden look when you aren't towing as you can cover it up.…

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Answer 2

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75560 referenced in your question is the correct trailer hitch for your 2007 Subaru Outback Wagon (excluding Sport) that has the dual exhaust. I have attached an image that shows this trailer hitch on…

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Answer 3

Over the years we have found that Tekonsha brand wiring harnesses have the best quality. For your 2008 Subaru Outback Wagon, I recommend the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness part #118461 as long as you do not have the sport model. For your 2017…

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Answer 4

Draw-Tite offers a Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver for your 2006 Subaru Outback Wagon, part #75560e. If you look at the provided photo, you can see how the hitch appears below the bumper fascia. If you'll be using the hitch for towing,…

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Answer 5

Between the Draw-Tite hitch #76253 and the EcoHitch #306-X7381 that both fit your 2019 Subaru Ascent if it were my money I would get the Draw-Tite. Both hitches will take about the same time for installation (2+ hours) but because the Draw-Tite costs…

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Answer 6

When the Draw Tite hitch part #75560 is installed on your 2008 Subaru Outback the hitch height measured from the top of the hitch opening to the ground is 13-1/2 inches.

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Answer 7

Sounds like you either have the Draw-Tite Class II #36334 or Class III #75560 hitch receiver for your 2006 Subaru Legacy. While this is a custom fit hitch that should bolt right up no problem, the mounting brackets may have become bent during…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

I've never heard of an actual third brake light connector on a camper shell to plug in on a truck and we don't carry any parts to do that. The light generally needs to be hardwired into the truck's brake light circuit. The issue with this…

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Answer 10

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 12

If your current springs have 5 leaves then going to a 7 leaf spring will increase the height of the trailer a little and make the trailer more susceptible to sway. Regarding capacity if you go with springs rated higher than what is required it will…

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