Best Hitch and Trailer Wiring Recommendation for 2012 Subaru Forester
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What is the best recommended hitch and wiring harness for a 2012 Subaru Forester? To haul small trailer with 4 wheeler or Motorcycle. Thanks!
asked by: Michael H
Helpful Expert Reply:
Best hitch for your 2012 Subaru Forester is going to be the Draw Tite hitch part # 75650. It has the best capacities and best price. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
For trailer wiring you would want the part # 118467 which is a confirmed fit. We have the best luck with Tekonsha harnesses so this would be your best possible option. I attached an install video for this as well.
Since you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.
If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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