How To Mount 7-way Connector To Trailer Hitch W/ Hidden Crosstube On 2012 Subaru Outback Wagon
Question:
Total trailer towing n00b here: I recently discovered that the model of RV trailer I would like to purchase requires a 7-way connector. I already have the 4-pin wiring harness, but when I was ing my hitch, I opted for the Curt # C13410 model because it was low-profile, and I loved the idea of a nice, clean installed look because, apparently, Im picky like that. I love the idea of the ETBC7 kit with the no-drill bracket, but I am uncertain if I could make that work with the hitch up inside the bumper instead of hanging beneath the spare tire well. Do you all know an alternative, or know of a way to make it work? Id rather not have to buy a whole new hitch to make this happen.
asked by: Tom M
Expert Reply:
We have just what you need.
Since the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13410 on your 2012 Subaru Outback has a hidden crosstube that is hidden behind the rear bumper and plastic underbody trim you will need to use the Curt Easy Mount Bracket for 4- or 5-Way Flat and 6- or 7-Way Trailer Connectors - 2" Hitch # C58000 which will mount directly to the receiver.
This will allow the # ETBC7 to be installed and mounted without needing to use a different trailer hitch receiver.
You mentioned that your RV has a 7-way connector, if it has a 7-way connector because it has trailer brakes you will also need to add a trailer brake controller. I recommend the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 as it is an extremely reliable controller with great features like an easy to read LCD screen and built in diagnostics that are easy to read and understand.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Automatic Leveling
- Under-Dash Box
- Dash Mount
- Up to 4 Axles
- LCD Display
- Up to 360 Degrees
- Tekonsha
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt Easy Mount Bracket for 4- or 5-Way Flat and 6- or 7-Way Trailer Connectors - 2" Hitch
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Wiring
- Mounting Hardware
- Brackets
- 4 Flat
- 5 Flat
- 6 Round
- 7 Round
- CURT
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Accessories and Parts
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Installation Kits
- etrailer
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Adapter 4-Pole to 7-Pole and 4-Pole
- Trailer Wiring
- Wiring Adapters
- Multi-Function Adapter
- 4 Flat
- Plug and Lead
- 4 Flat
- 7 Round - Blade
- Hopkins
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