Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon
Question:
Hi, Have a 2017 Subaru Outback and want a hitch for this trailer: right on trailer red Your website shows 4 possible hitches, Im wondering which of the 4 would be compatible? It seems like the trailer uses a 1-7/8 inch ball hitch. Are all the 4 hitches compatible with this on your site, two are 2 inch hitch opening, 2 are 1 1/4 inch? And Im not sure if I am missing something else when it comes to matching a hitch to this particular trailer??? So overall, my question is which of the 4 hitches are compatible with this trailer? Thanks!
asked by: David F
Expert Reply:
Whenever available I always recommend 2 inch hitches for vehicles over 1-1/4 inch hitches as they have more capacity and have more accessories made for them. The hitch for your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon I would recommend is the Draw Tite part # 75673 as it is a 2 inch hitch. The reason I like it over the Curt is because it does not require a stabilizer strap when carrying a non-supported load like a bike rack.
I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
For trailer wiring you then would want the part # 118467 which also is a confirmed fit. Install video attached for this as well.
Since you wanted to do 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.
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
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