Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 - 13147

by: David Morse02/09/2011

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Outstanding service, shipping, and product quality. I couldn't be happier with the hitch or with etrailer.com. 6855

by: Bernard I.09/15/2011

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I ordered and installed this hitch last month (Aug 2011). I was very satisfied with customer service that took my telephone order and with the fast shipping. I installed the hitch myself and read most of the prior reviews to get hints on installation. I think that the instructional video doesn't make it clear that besides the 2 rubber "doughnuts" supporting each muffler there is an additional doughnut hanger just forward of where the single exhaust pipe forms the "Y" to the dual mufflers. If you don't remove this one you will not be able to lower the mufflers low enough to install the hitch. I think this is why a couple of people had to remove their mufflers to install the hitch. Taking advice of previous reviewer, I also removed the foam storage trays that are on both sides of the spare tire and removed the round pieces of tape covering access holes which allowed me to drill from inside the vehicle. I installed the unit myself. Had the cars rear tires on low ramps. Used a small floor jack at the "Y" to lower the exhaust and kept the jack there to support exhaust. Laying on cardboard I used a second floor jack support and raised the hitch into place and pumped only a few strokes with my right foot as I used my hands to level/balance and position the hitch and started the nuts on the bolts. It took about an hour & 15 minutes to complete the install. A friend was supposed to help me with the job but by the time he got here I was done. I also bought the S64670 Swagman XTC-2 bike carrier and S64029 locking anti-rattle hitch pin. Very satisfied with both. 24031

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by: skipro304/11/2011

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Hitch was fine except for the top of the receiver part which was badly scratched. Of all the places, this is the one place that would show the most. I touched it up with some liquid plastic available from hardware stores used to coat handles on hand tools in order to keep it looking good. This hitch was very easy to install. I would offer some suggestions on making the installation easier; put ramps under the rear tires and drive up on them, lifting the rear. Pull the cover off the rear loading area where the spare is. On each side are taped over holes. Pull the tape and you are looking straight down to the plugs that will be pulled to install the mounting hardware. It's easier to install the bolts from this side than laying on your back getting drill filings down your collar or in your eyes. Use a velcro strap to support the exhaust system. It's very light, maybe 20 pounds to support. Get a second person to start the nuts once you have the hitch held up there. My wife came in very handy for that task. From start to finish took me 60 minutes and that included putting away all the tools. Scale of 1 to 10 on difficulty, I rate it a 4 only because I needed someone to start the nuts. Otherwise, a 3. 11518

by: James C.09/24/2011

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Compared to the Subaru OEM hitch, this is about 1/3 the price and can have a 2" receiver (the OEM is limited to 1-1/4"). It was easy to install; the directions provided are sufficient and the fishing wire supplied makes inserting the bolts easy. The only part I didn't like was the part of the directions that instructs the installer to enlarge and slot one of the mounting holes in each frame rail of the car. I found that taking off the rear bumper gave plenty of access to put the bolts in from the open end of the rails without making a mess of the frame holes. Overall, I'm very pleased with how this installation turned out.24518

by: Frank P.04/10/2011

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I selected the Curt Hitch after viewing the video and checking customer experiences noted on Subaru forums. I'm a little wary of reviews on retailer sites. The only problems noted were that the hitch is prone to rust earlier than some others due to spotty paint jobs and scratches. The suggestion made was to put a coat of Rust-oleum automotive paint on it before installing. I cleaned the hitch, primed it, and added few light coats of paint. I used maybe a half can of primer and paint each. Getting the two stickers off the hitch prior to paint wasn't a problem for Goo Gone/Goof Off. That added three hours to the install with two of that letting the paint dry. I also recommend a Dremel with a carbide cutting tip to expand the two holes and a step drill bit for the other two. Running the bolts through the frame was easier than I expected. I kept envisioning either the bolt of the plate getting lost or stuck in the frame. It was actually just as easy as the video shows. I only needed a 5 minute assist to get the hitch bolted on. I probably saved $300 by doing this myself instead of having the Subaru factory hitch. And the Curt 2" 4000#/400# hitch is way more capable than the Subaru 1.25" 2500#/200#. Sure, the Subaru is still limited by the engine and brakes so I can't exceed the 2500# weight limit. I'm very happy.11440

by: Stephen D.01/31/2012

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by: Vadim12/27/2011

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It was not 15 minutes as on video. Taking rubbers off needed some lube and force. Drilling and dremeling while under the car is a bit of a chore :-) watched video 3 times to get fishhooking right :-) but after couple of hours it was on. It looks sharp :-) can be done by two folks and small ramps. Needed extra: 1/2 inch drill bit and drill, Dremel with some cutting wheel, lube, belt, ramps, wrench with bit, power for tools, some rug and gloves :-) overall : good product and good instruction by etrailer.28757

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by: JACIII12/23/2011

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Rocks! This is the best DIY installation package I have ever received for anything. Everything other than tools is supplied and well thought out. Hitch fits up great on my 2011 Forester. The fish wires included in the hardware package are an extremely nice touch. A note to DIYers - have a flexible magnet or grabber handy just in case a bolt goes astray within a frame tube. It is highly unlikely you will need either so long as the directions for use of the fish wires are followed, but s**t happens. A dremel tool with grinder stone works fine to enlarge the access hole. (Safety glasses!) The hitch weighs about 30lbs and is a bit awkward but one man can mount it. The nuts are a bit tricky to start. Just be patient and persistent. Get all the bolts through, then both nuts started on one side before raising the other over the passenger side bolts. Thanks etrailer!28655

by: Aleta Bauer12/15/2011

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I'm happy with the way the whole process from ordering to receiving my order has gone. Thanks for making it simple and efficient! 28173

by: scott10/13/2011

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Very good looking hitch, finish is superior to many i have seen over the years. I would say this one will not have the usual rust you generally see on hitches starting in for a long long time. I am sure in every way it's stronger than my new subaru and will probably last as long. Thanks again to etrailer for the install video, getting it to me super fast and for a great price. 25555

by: Tom K10/06/2011

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I ordered the Curt Class III hitch for a new 2011 Subaru Forester on a Saturday afternoon and it arrived on Tuesday afternoon. With the free shipping, I expected at least a week or two wait. Talk about fast service!! I started installing it the same day. It took about 4 hours, but I did it without putting the car up on ramps. The hardest part was wrestling the rubber exhaust hangers off. My left wrist was broken at the time and I had a cast on my arm. My wife got home from work just in time to help me support the hitch until I got the nuts started. The hitch is very good quality, and the installation was very straight forward. The videos are a big help and were much appreciated. etrailer has a new loyal customer. 25180

by: Mike S.10/05/2011

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The hitch was delivered quickly and in good condition. Curt makes a top-notch product and I would recommend one for anyone looking for quality. Installation was simple and straightforward. It only took 45 minutes from start to finish. I did put the rear up on ramps to make it easier. Also, I came in from the top of the frame rails to drill out the holes and to open up the insertion point. Fit was perfect. The video was helpful and instructions easy to follow. Thanks for a quality product at a great price and the free shipping was a bonus!25140

by: George R10/01/2011

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This is my fourth hitch from etrailer. It was easy to install although the fishhook installation process was a little hard to figure out as I had never done that before. Looks like it was built on vehicle. Wiring was great also as it was just a plug-in. The video helped too as I knew exactly where to find the wiring end.24932

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by: Gregg S.09/20/2011

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Easy install! Video was very helpful but could have shown how to remove the rubber hangers from the mufflers a little better.24288

by: zac09/15/2011

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Early Delivery. Easy to Install. Would definetly do business again!24009

by: wes09/12/2011

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On a 2011 Forester EACH muffler has two rubber hangers and a 5th hanger further forward. The silicone spray does help in sliding off the hangers. If you are working alone it is easier to remove at least one muffler - just two bolts/muffler. On the side you are NOT fitting up put the nuts part way on so you don't shove the bolts up into the frame(screwed). On the other side, carefully get one bolt through the hitch and nut it. Then the second bolt. Now remove the nuts from the 1st side and fit the bolts through the hitch holes. One guy can do it with no jack. On the threading of the bolt and rectangular piece through the frame with the wire spiral tool: the bolt head is harder to get through the ground out hole in the frame than is the square steel piece. It's not a problem to enlarge the hole in the frame with the pull wire/plate/bolt in tow threaded through - IF you use a Dremel tool grinding setup; which I highly recommend. I think it took about 1.5 hours working alone.23849

by: Just Bob09/03/2011

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Really easy to order the right parts for my 2010 Forester and they arrived in much less time than I'd imagined. Installation of the hitch went without a hitch. Plenty of good information on the installation and it was easier than planned because upon removing the cargo trays I discovered access holes on top of the beams, one over each bolt hole. This made the drilling and fishing the bolts a lot easier than if it had been done all from below. Wiring harness equally successful. Thanks guys. No doubt that I'd use and recommend eTrailer in the future! 23527

by: bob08/25/2011

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great buy 22809

by: Wayno08/25/2011

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WOW !!!! Fast delivery !!!! It had taken me a full two hours...I stopped to take pics at nearly every step..I even used the box it came in to lay on while I installed....I'm so happy with all the money I saved ordering through etrailer.com and installing myself. Thank you very much for such a pleasant experience.22786

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by: David B.08/24/2011

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Even before installing the unit I have praise for ETrailer. My hitch was easy to find and to order. Pleasantly surprised by my upgrade to faster delivery even though my shipping was free anyway. The video showing the installation is greatly appreciated and makes it look like fun! I'll let you know how the installation goes in a couple of days.22705

by: STUART08/19/2011

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EXCELLENT!!!!! 22211

by: Lindsay R.08/17/2011

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Hitch installed on my 2011 Subaru Forester. Thanks for the great service!!22011

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by: kerrys08/13/2011

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Excellent. Fit was great, installation was fast and painless, delivery was on time and in good condition, follow up was a real bonus. I have found my source for all things towing related. Thank you.21827

by: Mike D.08/13/2011

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The hitch came soon than I expected and though I haven't installed it yet, I'm pleased with the wire kit that came with the bolts. It look like a chore but I'll get it going, Thanks Mike21825

by: JJ08/05/2011

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I really wanted a 2" hitch to haul a small trailer and use some hitch mount accessories. This one fit the bill, was less noticeable than some of the others I've seen, and pretty easily installed as well. Not much more to say other than, great product. 21200

by: Ken H.08/05/2011

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Well made, sturdy unit with nice welds. Installation went smoothly thanks to the clear, thorough instructions included. (...and video on the website). Very pleased with the end result. Website is excellent: Easy to navigate, progressive filtering menus, cursor zoom on photos...all in all: very user friendly! Thanks.21183

by: Jeremiah08/02/2011

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The video was a big help. I would like to add, that in order to widen the holes in my 2011 forester I had to remove both mufflers. Other than that things went very smooth. Installed in about an hour. 20944

by: Jeremiah08/02/2011

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The video was a big help. I would like to add, that in order to widen the holes in my forester I had to remove both mufflers. Other than that things went very smooth. Installed in about an hour. 20943

by: Tyler G.08/02/2011

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Overall the installation went pretty well. The instructional video provided by eTrailer made the process a snap; the paper instructions were a helpful reference but not exactly the most comprehensive. Overall the hitch looks great installed on the vehicle and has a really solid feel. Lowering the exhaust was not too hard; I ended up holding it up with a floor jack, which made raising it back into place a lot easier.20855

by: John D07/08/2011

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Wicked quick shipping ! Wow. Love those bolt leaders. The video really explained things well. Totally satisfied. Thanks.18959

by: Bill B.07/03/2011

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Fast and reliable. Ordered trailer hitch for our vehicle and it was fairly easy to install. Very pleased!!18451

by: Mike07/02/2011

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I wanted a 2" receiver and couldn't order it with my 2011 Subaru Forester. All they offerred were 1-1/4" receivers so I ordered this one from eTrailers. I Received the hitch promptly and installed per the online video. The hitch came in a heavy card board box and with the exception of the receiver, had no other padding to protect it during shipping. The result was small scuff marks on the cornersnear the cross tube. No big deal but a little cardboard taped there would make a big difference. The video was excellent and frankly, was the reason I ordered from eTrailers. What wasn't shown in the video was the need for deep well sockets to seat and torque the mounting bolts. Also, the rear clearance was sufficient enought that I did not need a lift or stands to install. I'm very happy with this purchase and would gladly recommend eTrailers to friends. 18422

by: Warren S.06/30/2011

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The included directions weren't that easy to understand but the installation video on this site made everything completely clear. The hitch fits well and since it is a 2" hitch it leaves a lot of options open for accessories. It fits well on the car and does not look out of place at all. All of the welds looked great and I didn't see any spots that were unpainted. It is a very solid hitch. For installation - the access holes don't need to be widened by a huge amount, but using the correct tools will make the process much faster. When filing metal make sure you have eye protection at a minimum so you don't get metal slivers in your eyeballs. Long sleves and pants/shoes are also a good idea. Also, just as in the video, using lubricant helps make removing the rubber exhaust hangers easier. I backed the car up onto ramps to give plenty of room while working underneath. It would have been a pain to fit both me and the hitch without having the car raised. All in all this is has been a great buy, and etrailer's service has been more than expected18277

by: Tim T06/25/2011

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Hitch fit great and looks great, the installation was not strait foward due to the fact that my vehicle had an original factory hitch with the smaller receiver. the factory hitch needed to be removed and cut or a bumper support needed to be installed. Typicall anyone could install this on a car without a factory hitch in 45 minutes. 17947

by: Dave Borland06/25/2011

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It was vary easy to install the instructions were great, no problems Thanks for a great product17894

by: Paul M.06/14/2011

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I orsered a Curt Hitch on a Wednesday and recived it on a Monday soo fast. Woke up Tuesday morning and went to install reciver and wireing, total time to install both pices with clean up (by the way I did this on my driveway pn my back) was 35 min.. Talk about fast I was given a time of 4 hours and $400.00 to do this job you do NOT have to be a mechanic to do this job, it helps but I feel almost anybody can do it. Ordering was easy and fast.The wireing was a snap lift up floor panles locate conector (right where instructions said it would be) snap the conector together mount control unit done. Great product, quick service and the vidos help alot keep up the good work. 16954

by: Matt B.06/09/2011

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I received and installed my hitch yesterday on my 2010 Forrester. The fit and finish of the hitch was very good. Installation of the hitch went smoothly once I managed to lower my exhaust. My Forrester has 2 hangers per muffler and the top one can be a chore due to the limited access. I must add that the shopping experience with etrailer was very good. My hitch shipped promptly and was delivered quickly. I also received a follow up email telling me it had been delivered within a couple hours of the actual delivery. Nice Job!16597

by: Sandy M.06/07/2011

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Easy installed just like explained in the video. Hardest part was removing the exhaust hangars. I did the install in the garage. Would have been easier if I had used jack stands for more room to work under the car. Still easy enough and finished in a little over an hour. Complete hitch setup here cost less than receiver alone locally.16250

by: Richard L.05/20/2011

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This is the second trailer hitch I have installed. The first, on a Honda Pilot was very easy. The hitch fit perfectly. This one took much longer as the mufflers have to be lowered and the holes enlarged. One word of caution, the large holes in the front have to be large enough to accommodate not only the plate but the bolt head. However, the hitch fit perfectly and the youtube video was very helpful. E-traliers customer service and quick delivery cannot be beat.14962

by: Lindsay R.05/19/2011

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Have not had a chance to use it yet but it got here right on time. Looking forward to our next trip so we can test out the hitch, the hitch platform, and the cargo bag!14827

by: Steve05/19/2011

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Easy installation, took less than an ho ur.14796

by: Mary P.05/03/2011

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Hitch looks great. Only took about 45 minutes to install, it is easier to just drop the hole exhaust system instead of just lowering it. Would recommend this hitch to anyone, shipping was very quick. Love it. 12736

by: Brad04/14/2011

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The fit is nice and snug against the body for maximum clearance and it's shape flows nicely with the lines of the backend of the car. Installation was much easier than I expected. Fishing the bolts and hardware through the body was a piece of cake.11778

by: Glenn04/07/2011

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My bother recommeded the company to me and I am glad he did. The video was extremely useful and putting on the hitch was pretty easy. I used a file to enlarge the holes instead of a drill and which once you put some pressure behind it was pretty easy. I am slim enough so that I did not even have to raise my vehicle to do the work but you are better off raising it if you can, I barely had the room to do it. 11249

by: Jere P.04/04/2011

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Customer service was great; it came within 3 days after I ordered. The training install video really helped. This is an excellent hitch and was easy to install on my Subaru Forester. It really only took me 1 hour to install and I did not rush. I did not have to jack up the car; and I was able to install it without any extra help. The Subaru dealer wanted over $600 to install their hitch. This looks like a factory install and I highly recommend this product.11079

by: Dave L.03/21/2011

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I ordered the hitch receiver to fit my 2010 Subaru Forester and it arrived remarkably fast and in excellent condition. Am pleasantly surprised at how heavy duty and well made this product is! Plan to install it this weekend and confident this will be a snap because of the video I watched on the etrailer web site and included instructions. Will recommend etrailer to all in my network, as their service is above my usual online expectations for speed, quality, and customer service. Thank You etrailer!10030

by: R. Thomas03/19/2011

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Easy enough to install and fit great. 9805

by: CLA03/17/2011

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Great trailer, great communication from etrailer, great purchase. I am taking my 2011 Forester from Minnesota to Alaska towing a uhaul. I'm sure it will make it without trouble.9624

by: sherri03/17/2011

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just like the description said this product would be installed in less than an hour. fits our car perfectly and i can hardly tell there is a trailer on behind9608

by: Lukasz T.03/12/2011

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This hitch is is top nutch. I would buy it again, and most likely will never look at other options.9165

by: Bob Edwards03/10/2011

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The trailer hitch and wiring bracket arrived within the specified time frame for the cheapo shipping I chose. No complaints there! I took it to a local Midas and they installed it for $160 which was much less than the $283 quoted by the local Toyota/Subaru dealership. We have not used it yet, but so far so good. 9017

by: Mark B.03/10/2011

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Hitch is well made, installation is exactly like the video, so pay close attention and you can't go wrong. The hitch fits like a glove and looks better than a factory installation. The wiring is also easy if you follow the video, a little tip, run your hookup harness through one of two drain plugs under your spare tire, it makes a nice clean install. I hope this review helps make your installation a breeze. Good Luck. Mark B. P.S. Use a silicon spray on the exhaust hangers, they slip right off easily!8993

by: Marc Di Pietra03/05/2011

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Easier to install than I expected thanks to the vide, which pointed me in the right direction. 8551

by: Ben H.02/28/2011

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Shipped quick and came with all parts ordered attached to the cross beam in a single box . Installation was simple with all the proper tools. The fish line with the bolt holder made insertion and alignment of bolts and plates simple and easy to do on ones own. The sticker is a little distracting from the clean look, but very satisfied with purchase and quality of product. 8076

by: LV Dan02/24/2011

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I debated between the factory hitch and this one from Curtis. In the end, I think installing this hitch was the right choice for us. I was debating for a couple of reasons: 1) the factory hitch is less noticeable and 2) the integration into the chassis is better for the crush zone (in the event of an accident). However, I decided on this Curtis Hitch, mainly for the 2" receiver (verses the factory 1-1/4"). The 2" works with more equipment and accessories (the hitch can take more than the Subaru so don't overload the Subaru). The receiver was used with an equipment rack from Harbor Freight. I loaded it with 270 lbs. The Subaru did sag a little and it did have a little bit of side to side play when cornering. I would put this at the limit of what the both can handle for this setup. Installation was really simple and the instructions on this website made it very easy, once I found all 5 of the exhaust hangers. For those that work on cars and have the tools (dremmel or file, 1/2" socket set, torque wrench with good extensions), it will be no problem. I did find the included threading wires, which help insert the bolts, to be of poor quality, so they bend when removing them, preventing a subsequent use. You might want to consider buying two more. Getting the torque wrench in there can be a challenge, too. I was worried about letting the exhaust drop low enough to fit the Curtis hitch in. With the factory hitch installation, the exhaust is removed, the Curtis installation requires lowering an supporting the exhaust. As it turns out, the exhaust has a point in the middle that allows the rear portion of the exhaust system to drop without breaking the seal or bending the pipe. So no need to fear future exhaust problems unless you let it drop; just make sure you support it. After the installation, my wife, who is very picky about looks, said it looked great. So there is no worry about the asthetic aspect. So other than affecting the crumple zone, I think this hitch was the right choice. And by the way, eHitch is definitely the retailer to use for your trailer needs. They shipped fast, the order was complete, and the communcation excellent. 7765

by: DT01/28/2011

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The Curt hitch receiver was an easy install. The videos at etrailer.com were very helpfull. In only a couple hours the project was completed. I would definately make my next purchase of a hitch, or accessories, from etrailer.com.6331

by: Mark F.01/24/2011

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Trailer hitch is very well made. Installation was easy, My buddy and I had it on and ready to go in 40min. was a snap. Using it to put bike rack on. It worked perfect!!! The installation video was rite on. It was as easy as it looked on the video.6045

by: BOB H01/18/2011

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Curt Hitch The hitch and everything that came with is top notch . The web site is great, easy to order and the instruction video is very helpful. It arrived fast and well packaged.5638

by: Erik L01/12/2011

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Curt Hitch for 2010 Subaru Forester Nice! My hitch came faster than I thought it would. The install took a little longer than I thought because I removed the mufflers for added work space. It the end, I probably didn't loose much time and had a much easier time getting to the bolt holes. The hitch came in great shape. Paint is nice and shiny black. Everything bolted up just like it showed in the video, which was also a big help. In short, I am completely pleased.5405

by: R. Murphey01/03/2011

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Curt Hitch on 2010 Forester - Check Hardware!!! Solidly constructed hitch and excellent instructions. Etrailer was superb in their order processing & shipping. Etrailer's video of a generic Forester installation is highly recommended, for the do-it-yourselfer. One problem, on Curt Manufacturing's end, was one(1) of the four(4), main fastening nuts was not threaded. Can't describe how frustrating that is as you're lifting the hitch assembly up, trying ...and trying, and trying, to get the nut started. Especially the first one to take the load off one side. Check your hardware first ...in detail. A suggestion would be the addition of "dum-dum" caulk around the support bolt holes, to seal the body from moisture, where the factory plugs were removed. Then make sure the fasteners are fully torqued to spec. 4960

by: TS12/24/2010

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Easy as the video to install Received Hitch in excellent condition. I watched the install video several times before the hitch arrived and read the reviews some containing added info for the install. There are five muffler hangers on the Subaru that need removing. One on either side of the mufflers and one where the exhaust Y goes to the mufflers. I supported the exhaust as shown in the video with a tie down strap. Make sure you lower the exhaust down far enough to slide the hitch in above the mufflers from the rear. Since I did the job alone I backed the subaru up on wheel ramps to gain access and when I slide the hitch in over the mufflers I rested the hitch on the mufflers and attached two tie down straps on either side of the hitch and to the gate catch at the back of the Forester with enough slack to maneuver the hitch into place. With the hitch supported I started the bolts on the front of the hitch closest to the front of the car and then started the bolts on the rear of the car. With all of the bolts started I removed the tie down straps made sure it was centered and tightened the hitch down. It helped having a universal joint for the socket. In addition I used a file like some others suggested to enlarge the front holes enough for the bolt heads and blocks to fit through. The holes in the back I used a 1/2 inch drill bit instead of the 17/32 noted in the instructions. The video showed them using a 1/2 inch drill bit. I also spray painted the holes after enlarging them. Everything went well. I was afraid the bolts and blocks would come off of the fishing tool but it was as easy as the video showed. No worries. Would definitely recommend this hitch and etrailer to anyone.4589

by: Dean M.12/18/2010

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First rate quality and fast shipping Etrailer does a magnificent job meeting customer expectations. My hitch arrived well packaged in a box with all instructions included. The Curt hitch I received was in perfect condition and it arrived in a couple of days via UPS ground. The price was better than anything I could get locally. I performed the installation myself with the video etrailer provided on the internet. Excellent experience all the way. Thanks.4333

by: B12/17/2010

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So easy, I did it. I watched the installation video a few times and it was as easy as it looked. Great service from e trailer . 4271

by: Scott S07/07/2010

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Great product,easy to install Great product and the installation was no problem. I was worried about the installation process, but after warning the brief video and reading the instructions, it took me 40 minutes. Love it!3208

by: Barney06/06/2010

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Easier to install on Forester Directions said it would take about 1 hour for a novice to install. I figured it would take me 4 hours, but it actually was about 1 hour. Directions were good and the fishing technique was easier than I expected. Only challenge was dropping the muffler, but even that was easy. Did not need a 17/32 drill bit. 1/2 inch was just fine. Save $$$$ by installing myself.3103

by: Chris05/05/2010

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Great hitch The hitch is great. The installation video forgot to show the tailpipe hanger further up the pipe that had to be freed to install the hitch. Other than that the installation was simple and true to the video. Great product and easy to install.3004

by: R.E.04/20/2009

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Happy with my Curt hitch I installed this hitch this weekend on my Subaru Forester. Installation was easy; included instructions were accurate. The hardest part of installing is removing the exhaust hangers. Make sure to support the weight of the exhaust appropriately. Also, using a round file to enlarge holes were required is easy and takes only a few minutes. No need to invest in a die grinder.1771