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• Hitch Spacers For Curt Trailer Hitch # 13147
  The square hole spacer blocks for your Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Class III # 13147 are within the tolerances as you referenced. They are simply used to keep the bolt from rotating so you can torque the flange nut to specifications. I've attached the installation details to assist with the installation and heat shield modification.
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• Curt vs. Draw-Tite Hitch for a 2009 Subaru Forester XT
  Either the Curt Hitch # 13147 or the Draw-Tite Hitch # 75650 would work very well for you. The main difference between the two is the tube design like you noticed. There is not an advantage to having a round tube over a square tube hitch or vice versa. Some people just prefer the look of one over the other. Check out the picture I attached that shows both hitches installed on a vehicle so you can see which look you prefer. When determining the towing capacity of a setup you must always...
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• Replacement Installation Hardware For Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver 13147 on 2009-2013 Subaru Forester
  You will need to order the Replacement Hardware Kit # RHK. On the product page you will enter Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13147. This will then supply you with all the hardware to install the receiver on a 2009-2013 Subaru Forester. If you are also needing to install a 4-way flat connector you will want the Curt # C56040. This will provide you with a 4-way flat connector which will fit most small trailers you might tow. It can also be used for Auxiliary Lights # C53201 if you have a...
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• Class III Trailer Hitch for 2011 Subaru Forester
  Of the options we offer for your Forester, I'd recommend the Draw-Tite Class III hitch, # 75650. The hitch crossbar and receiver opening would be fully visible under the rear bumper fascia as shown in the photo I've provided. The hitches we offer for your 2011 Subaru Forester would mount to the underside of the frame members. We don't offer a hitch that would install behind the bumper fascia and allow the receiver tube to pass through. If you click the provided link, you can see the hitch...
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• Choosing Between Curt Class III and Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitches for 2013 Subaru Forester
  Other than the fact that the Curt # 13147 has a slightly higher (500 lb) towing capacity and the fact that the hitch crossbar is round instead of square tubing, there's not a whole lot of difference functionally between the hitches you mentioned. Since the Forester is limited to towing 2400 lbs, you won't be able to use all the hitch capacity anyway because you'll be limited to the towing capacity of the vehicle. The Curt hitch is less expensive, but it has one drawback. Curt's warranty...
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• Replacement Hardware Kit for Curt Trailer Hitch 13147 for a 2012 Subaru Forester
  You certainly can order just the hardware to install Curt trailer hitch # 13147 on your 2012 Subaru Forester. You will need # RHK and just enter the hitch number and choose the Curt as the manufacturer where indicated. Once the order is placed our warehouse team will assemble the proper kit to send to you. I have included a link to the installation instructions for the hitch and a video showing a typical installation as well for you.
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• Which Trailer Hitch is Better for a 2010 Subaru Forester Draw-Tite 75650 or Curt Hitch 13147
  The Curt part # 13147 and Hidden Hitch part 87493 are similar designs as they are built to fit the same vehicles. There are a couple of key differences that may help you in making a decision. Curt uses a high-gloss black finish on their hitches and the Hidden Hitch is not so glossy. If you want a duller finish go with the Hidden Hitch. If you like high-gloss black, use the Curt. Additionaly, in this model, Curt uses round tube for the cross member and Hidden Hitch uses square tube. You...
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• Trailer Hitch with Best Ground Clearance for 2009 Subaru Forester
  I have some great trailer hitch options for a 2009 Subaru Forester but they all sit just below the rear bumper fascia so there will be a slight reduction in ground clearance no matter which options you choose. I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 13147 which is a custom bolt-on fit. It does sit nice and snug to the rear bumper so the minimal ground clearance reduction should not create many issues. I cannot recommend modifying any trailer hitches but you're welcome to do...
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• Comparing Trailer Hitch Receivers from Curt and Draw-Tite for 2011 Subaru Forester
  For your 2011 Subaru Forester, the Draw-Tite # 75650 hitch is rated for the same towing capacity and more tongue weight than the Curt # 13147. The Curt hitch is just as strong a hitch and because it is made in the USA is arguably made of better steel but it does based on their warranty require the stability strap # 18050 for a bike rack. There isn't any noticeable stability difference between the two hitches.
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• Can a 300 Pound Dirt Bike be Carried on a 2011 Subaru Forester
  I checked the owner's manual for the 2011 Subaru Forester and it has a maximum tongue weight rating of 200 pounds. Considering the weight of the bike alone is 297 pounds you would exceed the tongue weight capacity by carrying the bike and carrier which can lead to damage to the vehicle where the hitch mounts even though the hitch may be rated higher. The best solution is to place the bike on a small trailer designed specifically for motorcycles. There are several models out there but we...
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• What Hitch Will Work With 2012 Subaru Forester With Prezi Double Muffler
  Hello Renea, thanks for reaching out. The etrailer Class 3 Hitch # e59AR will fit the 2012 Subaru Forester with the Prezi double muffler. This hitch was designed to fit all models of the 2012 Forester, and this includes the double exhaust models. The picture below will shows the Curt # 13147 installed on a 2012 Forester with a double muffler. The Curt hitch is structurally identical to the etrailer # e59AR so this is basically exactly what it will look like. The main difference is our...
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• Do Draw-Tite and Curt Hitch Receivers Require Stabilizing Straps to Satisfy Warranty Requirements
  Curt Class I and II along with some of Curt's Class III hitch receivers such as # 13147 do require a stabilizing strap # 18050 to satisfy Curt warranty requirements. The strap is to be used with any non-trailer loads such as bike racks and cargo carriers. It is designed to significantly reduce bouncing of any hitch mounted accessories. Check out the attached review video of the strap installed on both a platform rack and hanging bike carrier. The comparable Draw-Tite Hitch Part # 75650...
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• Are The Chain Loops On a Hitch Rated As Tow Points?
  No. You are not able to use the safety chain loops on your Curt # 13147 hitch as tow points because the loops that are found on the receiver tube of trailer hitches are not rated for towing. These loops are designed to have safety chains looped to them and connected to the trailer in order to provide a layer of safety in the event that the hitch ball or ball mount fail.
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch For 2011 Subaru Forester
  The # 76227 Draw-Tite Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver is only confirmed to fit the 2013 - 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon and 2010 - 2012 Subaru Outback Wagon excluding Sport. The best Class III trailer hitch for your 2011 Subaru Forester is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13147. I recommend this hitch because it allows a higher towing weight capacity than all the other hitch options for this vehicle. This Class III hitch allows a maximum gross trailer weight rating of up to 4,000 lbs and...
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• Can Hitch From 2009 Subaru Forester fit 2018 Subaru Forester?
  Hitch # 13147 does not fit the 2018 Subaru Forester, and modifying it would hamper the integrity of the hitch as well as void the warranty. A great hitch for your 2018 Forester would be the Draw-Tite # 75876, which is a Class III hitch that would not require the use of stabilizing straps for non-trailer loads such as the Curt # C13144. To add a 4-flat connector, I recommend using the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118467. If you are going to be towing, I recommend checking out Ball Mount...
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• 2 Inch Class III Hitch Recommendation for a 2010 Subaru Forester Limited
  We have 3 Class III hitches available for the 2010 Subaru Forester Limited, see link. Of the three options we offer, I would recommend the Curt Class III Custom Fit Receiver Hitch, item # 13147, which is the most economical hitch. All of the hitches for your vehicle install similarly and use the same attachment points, so they all will perform the same. The towing capacity of your vehicle is less than the towing capacity of any of the 2 inch hitches offered for it, so you will need to check...
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• Recommended Trailer Hitch w/ 2 Inch Receiver For Carrying Bike Rack on 2009 Subaru Forester
  The Curt Class III hitch you referenced, part # 13147 is indeed a fit for your 2009 Subaru Forester. However, I'd recommend the Hidden Hitch model, part # 87493. I make this recommendation because the warranty requirements of the Curt hitch state that a stabilizing strap like part # 18050 must be used on all non-trailer loads in order to preserve your warranty coverage. The strap isn't compatible will all vehicles, so I'll typically recommend the Hidden Hitch or the Draw-Tite brand which...
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• Trailer Hitch, Wiring, and Brake Controller Recommendation for a 2010 Subaru Forester
  We have everything you will need to tow a tent trailer like what you are looking at with your 2010 Subaru Forester. First let's start with a hitch. Since 2 inch hitches have higher capacities and have more hitch accessories made for them I would recommend the Curt # 13147 for your vehicle. I attached an install video for you to check out as well. For trailer wiring you would need to start with a 4-way like the part # 118467 that is a confirmed fit. Install video attached for this as well. Now...
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• How to Carry 4 Bikes on a 2010 Subaru Forester
  If your 2010 Subaru Forester already has a hitch then yes, the Thule Apex 4 Bike Rack for 1-1/4 inches and 2 inch Hitches # TH9025XT will work well. Since it does have the option to install on multiple sizes of hitches it will give you that option of switching it to your Ford Excursion with a 2 inch hitch. Another great feature is that this bike rack comes with both a lock to your hitch and an integrated cable lock to lock the bikes to the bike rack. However, if your Subaru only has a Class...
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• Curt Hitch Recommendation for 2011 Subaru Forester Towing a Motorcycle Trailer
  The only way to know that for sure would be to load the motorcycle into the trailer and check the setups tongue weight. I attached an FAQ article on determining tongue weight for you to check out. Typically, tongue weight is 10-15% of the total weight of trailer. So if your whole setup is 2,100 then most likely your tongue weight would be between 210 lbs and 315 lbs, which would be adequate for a hitch with a 350 lb tongue weight capacity like the Draw-Tite Hitch # 36521. However, I still...
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• Do I Need to Remove the Exhaust on My 2011 Subaru Forrester to Install Curt Hitch # 13147
  You may only need to lower the exhaust system on your 2011 Subaru Forester to install this Curt Hitch, part # 13147. The mechanic maybe did not realize that you only had to lower it temporarily, and he thought you had to remove the whole system. Or maybe he did not realize that if you unhook the four rear exhaust hangers the exhaust will drop enough to allow you to install the hitch. The exhaust will have to be supported at this point to prevent any damage from being done to the exhaust. I...
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• Will Curt Class III Hitch # 13147 Fit a 2015 Subaru Forester
  The Subaru Forester underwent a change of generation after the 2013 model year and your 2015 Forester is now part of this vehicle's 4th generation. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13147 that you referenced fits model years 2009 through 2013, but will not fit the 2015 Forester. However, for this new vehicle we do have a confirmed hitch fit, one that is also a 2-inch Class III design. The hitch for your 2015 is Curt # C13144, which actually offers higher tongue weight and towing capacity....
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• What Class of Hitch Should I Use To Tow Motorcycle Trailer With 2013 Subaru Forester
  I recommend going with a Class III hitch like the Curt Custom Fit Trailer Hitch Receiver, # 13147, for your 2013 Subaru Forester. A Class III not only offers you the highest towing capacity available for your Forester but it is also more versatile when it comes to the availability of hitch mounted accessories since it provides a 2 inch receiver opening. Since you plan on doing some towing I have included an article that covers the steps to choosing the correct ball mount for your set-up....
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