Will Draw-Tite Hitch fit 2018 Subaru Forester With Dual Exhaust?

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I have a Subaru Forrester 2.0 XT Touring Turbo with # 2 exhaust. Will the Draw-Tite 75876 Class III Max Frame Round Tube Receiver Hitch - 2018 Subaru Forester fit this model or is there another. I do not need wiring harness.

asked by: Steven

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The Draw-Tite Max Frame # 75876 is a confirmed fit for all models of the 2018 Subaru Forester, including those with a dual exhaust such as yours. I've added some photos that show the hitch on Forester's with a dual exhaust for you to take a look at, as well as a link to an install video.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

The primary reason I and others recommend a Class III trailer hitch like the Draw-Tite #75876 over a Class I or even Class II hitch, knowing that you will never come close to its 3,500 pound towing weight capacity, is because of the 2 inch receiver…

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When it comes to a hitch for your 2015 Subaru Forester, I recommend the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver, #75876. This hitch is economically priced and does not require the use of a stabilizing strap. This is a great hitch to use with your Thule Apex…

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You will want to enlarge the center hole on the frame of your 2015 Subaru Forester to install the Draw-Tite part #75876. It might be possible to use a different hole but the only way I can recommend you install this hitch is to do it according to the…

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The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #75876 is a fit for your 2017 Subaru Forester XT. It is a confirmed fit for all Forester trim models between years 2014 and 2018. I've attached a video of the…

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Answer 5

To install the Curt hitch part #C13144 on your 2015 Subaru Forester you will need to permanently remove the rear heat shield. I attached the install video you referenced as well as instructions that detail how this is done. Heat shields like what…

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My technical contact at Curt assured me that removing the heat shield when installing the Curt hitch #C13144 on your 2014 Subaru Forester will not cause any damage to your vehicle. The law mandating the heat shield requirement was originally geared…

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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 8

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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Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 10

The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 #SH22G and the NV 2.0 #NV22G that you referenced are both excellent platform-style racks that will hold your bikes by the front wheels with no frame contact. These are top-of-the-line carriers and you really would not go wrong…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

To add a class III hitch to your 2024 Honda CR-V hybrid, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13397. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your CR-V with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this…

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