EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receiver Compatibility with Thule Hitch Bike Racks on 2017 Subaru Outback

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Does Draw Tite or Thule have confirmation that Helium receiver mount bike rack will install properly in this hitch? Subaru OEM hitches will not accept Thule receiver mount racks because the oin hole is too close to the end of the receiver. I see that this particular problem is solved in the # 306-X7266 receiver. However, is there enough length in the receiver tube to accommodate Thule rack stingers? Your answer will b e greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and concideration.

asked by: Brian L

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For your 2017 Subaru Outback, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver # 306-X7601 is a confirmed fit that will fit the Thule bike racks. The center of the hitch pin hole to the outermost part of the bumper is 2-1/2 inches, so you will be able to utilize the Thule bike racks.

The Thule Helium bike carrier # TH9042PRO or # TH9043PRO both have a distance greater than that 2-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the locking knob so they will be compatible. This carrier has the locking hitch and integrated cable lock.

A couple final suggestions for either rack are the Swagman Deluxe Bike Frame Adapter Bar for Women's, Children's, and Alternative Frame Bikes # 64005 which adds a top frame rail to any step through frame and then the Softride Soft Hook-and-Loop Tie Downs for Bike Racks # SR54FR to keep your front wheels secured to the frame.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

The Thule T2 Pro bike rack #TH83JV will fit EcoHitch #306-X7203 for your 2017 Subaru Crosstrek. However, it requires a receiver depth of 2-1/2 inches so if you only have 2-3/8 inches it would fit the muffler if that is what is directly behind the…

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Answer 2

The EcoHitch part #306-X7332 actually has an open back so you would not have to worry at all about your Thule bike rack hitting the back of the hitch tube.

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Answer 3

We definitely have a way for you to use your boyfriend's bike rack on your 2018 VW Golf, whether its with an appropriately sized trailer hitch receiver or with a separate adapter. First, if your VW Golf happens to be the GTI or R model then we do…

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Answer 4

Although we do have hitch fits for your vehicle, the EcoHitch Stealth 2 inch receiver you referred to, part #306-X7375 is not a fit for the 2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI. According to EcoHitch, it's only a fit for 2018-2021 models, and unfortunately,…

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Answer 5

The EcoHitch Stealth Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7265 that you referenced does not require any fascia or bumper cutting on your 2013 BMW X5 for installation, and it's actually the only hitch available for this vehicle that doesn't. While you…

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Answer 6

I recommend Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13409 for the 2019 Subaru Forester because it will give you about an inch more ground clearance compared to the other options. In my opinion it also looks a little nicer then the Draw-tite option because…

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Answer 7

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #76271 is a great option for your 2019 Subaru Forester to use with a bike rack. It appears that you may be looking at the two holes on the receiver based on your…

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Answer 8

While both hitches look and install very similarly, I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch #306-X7391 for your 2020 Subaru Forester over the Curt Hidden Hitch #C47HR. Both have the same towing weight capacity of 3,500 lbs, but EcoHitch…

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Answer 9

I attached a picture to this page that shows what the Draw Tite Hitch part #76271 looks like when installed and you can see that since it hangs below the rear bumper it would affect ground clearance. You can see the same picture in the attached link…

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Answer 10

The initial differences in the trailer hitches available for your 2019 Subaru Forester is that some of them have 1-1/4" receivers while others have 2" receivers. Going with the larger 2" receivers is always recommended because it opens…

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Answer 11

The best trailer hitch we have for your 2019 Subaru Forester is going to be the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7391 without a doubt. The reason for this is because the trailer hitch is almost completely hidden once installed so you…

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Answer 12

Trailer hitches do hang below the rear bumper of the vehicle like your 2020 Subaru Forester but some have better ground clearance than others. The hitch option we have with the best ground clearance is the EcoHitch part #306-X7391. It fits right…

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EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receiver Compatibility with Thule Hitch Bike Racks on 2017 Subaru Outback

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