Totally Hidden Hitch for a 2015 Subaru Forester

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I would like to get a hitch for my Forester to carry a bike rack. Any suggestions on getting a hidden versus visible hitch? Pictures of the different hitches on vehicles would be appreciated.

asked by: Jenna R

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For your 2015 Subaru Forester I would recommend going with a hidden hitch like the EcoHitch part # 306-X7216 as only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper and the lower hitch opening is removable which means when not in use it's totally hidden. This looks the best and also helps with ground clearance.

To see difference between this hitch and one that is not hidden like the etrailer # e98839 I attached two pictures.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

If you check out the attached photos of the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7216 and the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76182 you can see that they sit in relatively the same place. I went out to the warehouse and found that…

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Answer 2

The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #306-X7216 will be slightly different than the Draw-Tite #76182 you mentioned. I've attached a photo of the torque specs from the EcoHitch you mentioned. The attached…

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Answer 3

The best trailer hitch for your 2018 Subaru Forester is the Draw Tite Hitch part #76182 because it's a 2 inch hitch which means you get the best capacities and there is more accessories available for that size and also because this hitch has a…

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The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76182 weighs right at 35 pounds. The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch # 306-X7216 is just a tad heavier at 37.5 pounds. Both hitches are confirmed to fit your 2018 Subaru Forester and feature a similar…

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Answer 5

There are quite a few and it can be rather confusing. For starters I recommend getting a Class III trailer hitch on your 2018 Subaru Forester. A Class III hitch has a higher weight capacity and is the larger 2 inch receiver. There are more accessory…

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Hi! The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 is a great option for carrying a spare tire at the back of your 2021 Subaru Crosstrek. The face of the receiver is about even with the rearmost part of your bumper so you're looking at about 2-ish…

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The EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7216 which is a fit for a 2016 Subaru Forester has a hitch pin hole depth of 1-1/2" which is the minimum for pretty much all bike racks so you won't have any carrier compatibility…

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Answer 8

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 9

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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Answer 10

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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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

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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