Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2018 Subaru Forester
Question:
Want to install a trailer hitch on my 2018 Forester. What do you recommend? I just want to make sure that it looks ok and has the 2 inch hitch for a bike rack. Not sure if I will use it for towing or not.
asked by: Ed
Expert Reply:
The trailer hitch that I recommend installing on your 2018 Subaru Forester is the Draw-Tite # 76182. This is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver so you can use it with a wide variety of accessories. It features easy-to-use safety chain loops and is more cost-effective than alternative options.
If you don't already have a bike rack then I recommend the Thule T2 Pro XTR # TH83JV because it comes with bike and rack locks, secures the bike(s) without making frame contact, and can carry up to 2 bikes weighing in at 60 lbs. I have attached a review video for you to check out.
For towing you also need wiring like the T-One # 118467 and a ball mount kit like the etrailer.com # 989900. Be sure to check out the linked ball mount article though to make sure that the 2" drop is correct for your application.
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
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- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
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- 7500 lbs GTW
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- etrailer
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Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
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- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 525 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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