Draw-Tite Hitch Recommendation for Ground Clearance on a 2000 Subaru Outback Wagon

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Does the C12270 reduce ground clearance under the outback? How does it match up with the hidden hitch or Drawtite options as far as reducing ground clearance? Thanks,

asked by: John

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Since the CURT Trailer Hitch # C12270 will sit below the rear bumper of your 2000 Subaru Outback Wagon it will reduce the ground clearance on your vehicle.

However, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 36284 will give you a little more ground clearance as the area that goes around the exhaust tip will go above the tip on the Draw-Tite hitch. Whereas, it goes below the tip on the CURT hitch.

Check out the picture I attached that shows both of these hitches installed on a similar vehicle as yours.

I also attached installation instructions for both hitches and an installation video for the # 36284.

If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in the following products to complete your towing setup:

Class II Drawbar # 36053
Hitch Ball with 2 inch Diameter and Short Shank # 19258
Hitch Ball with 1-7/8 inch Diameter and Long Shank # 19254
Pin and Clip # PC2

expert reply by: Jameson C

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