Curt Trailer Hitch Installation - 2017 Subaru Forester Video

You could do that if you wish, you'll just want to make sure that the heat shield is NOT sandwiched between the hitch and the chassis of the vehicle at any point. We frequently hear from folks with concerns about the vehicle being harmed because…

What sets the EcoHitch #306-X7391 receiver apart from the other two options is that it's going to be completely hidden behind your bumper. The only portion that is visible is the 2 inch square receiver. So, if looks are important to you, this is…

Exhaust rattling against a trailer hitch is a common occurrence but it is easily fixed although it does require a bit of modification. Exhaust pipes and mufflers hang on rubber isolators. The hangers can usually be manipulated to gain more clearance…

On the Curt cargo carrier #C18109 when it is down for use it measures11-1/4 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the nearest part of the carrier. When folded up that same measurement is 5 inches. To determine if this is enough clearance…

Most likely what you would need is the part #30717. This has a 4-way on one side of the connector that would get plugged into your Explorer and 7-way connector on the other side for connecting to your trailer. This 7-way is a 7-way blade style…

For your 2016 Subaru Forester XT I highly recommend the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch #CU64FR because of its concealed design that allows only the 2 inch receiver to be visible behind the vehicle and the fact that it's made right here in the USA.…

If you're looking for a Jerry can holder to go with a basket, that limits what you can mount to your roof. We don't carry can holders that are compatible with baskets like the OffGrid, part #Y07138. Instead, you can use the Yakima LockNLoad,…

The Draw Tite hitch part #75876 that you referenced IS a fit for your 2017 Subaru Forester XT with dual exhaust. We had a customer come back with an XT similar to yours that does have dual exhaust and it did fit. I attached a picture for you to see…

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…

I have included a picture showing what Draw-Tite trailer hitch #76209 looks like when installed on a 2018 Subaru Crosstrek. (It may take a little while for the picture to appear.) The crosstube on this hitch will be visible below the rear fascia on…

The Curt hitch part #CU64FR that you referenced does require rear fascia trimming to install. I attached a picture that shows where the fascia and heat shield trimming will need to take place.

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…