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

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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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• Installing Curt Custom Fit Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13147 on 2012 Subaru Forester
  Although I do not have specific recommendations for installers in your area, when it comes to installing the Curt Custom Fit Trailer Hitch Receiver, # 13147, on your 2012 Subaru Forester this is fairly simple so any local mechanic should be up for the job. I have attached a video to give you an idea of what the install entails.
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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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• Trailer Hitch for 2010 Subaru Forester and Yakima HoldUp Bike Carrier
  Yes, the Yakima HoldUp bike carrier # Y02443-2 is compatible with the Curt trailer hitch # 13147 for a 2010 Subaru Forester. However, Curt does say that you need to use stabilization strap # 18050 when using this hitch for a bike carrier. Since the carrier isn't really designed for that I recommend going with Draw-Tite, # 75650. It does not require a strap.
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• Trailer Hitch, Ball Mount, Hitch Ball, and Wiring Recommendation for a 2010 Subaru Forester
  For your 2010 Subaru Forester, I recommend a 2 inch trailer hitch, like the Curt Trailer Hitch, # 13147, that you have referenced. The advantages of a 2 inch, Class III hitch are, as you have pointed out, greater weight capacity, more options for accessories, and you will be able to use weight distribution if you wanted. I have included a link to the installation details and a video installation below. You will also want to check your owners manual for your vehicle towing capacities. The...
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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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• Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendations for a 2011 Subaru Forester
  Absolutely. However, just because the trailer hitch is rated for 400/4,000 pounds does not mean that the vehicle is. You still have to go by whatever is rated lower: the hitch or the vehicle. The Curt trailer hitch # 13147 has been constructed and tested for the capacity stated, in this case 400 pounds tongue weight and 4,000 pounds gross trailer weight. Despite these capacities, if you are going to use the hitch for a bike rack or cargo carrier Curt recommends the use of a stabilization...
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• Towing Products For 2010 Subaru Forester
  You have listed all of the items you need for your 2010 Forester. The trailer hitch # 13147 is a Class lll hitch and it has a 2-inch receiver opening. Per Curt, any non-trailer load like bike carriers, or cargo carriers must be supported by stabilizing straps like part # 18050. The Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56040 is an easy installation by plugging into your Subaru wiring harness behind the trim panel in the rear cargo area. The Curt Ball Mount # C45036 may work great...
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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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• Platform Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2012 Subaru Forester
  For your 2012 Subaru Forester with a Curt hitch part # 13147 installed the Thule T2 Pro XTR part # TH69TX is an excellent option and one of the nicest racks around. This rack uses wheel only mounts so that the rack doesn't touch anything other than the tires when loaded and can fold up when not in use. This rack also has a perfect rating from our customers who have used and reviewed it. I attached a review video for this rack that shows it being demoed. If you are looking for a lower...
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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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• Hitch Recommendation for a 2014 Subaru Forester
  There is a Curt Class III hitch available for your 2014 Subaru Forester, but the part # 13147 would not work for you as it is for older model Foresters. You would want the Curt Hitch part # C13144. For trailer wiring you would want the Curt Harness part # C56040. For ball mounts I recommend the etrailer Ball Mount Kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a carrying bag.
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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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• Trailer Hitch Replacement Hardware Recommendation for Curt Trailer Hitch on 2013 Subaru Forester
  We have replacement hardware for Curt trailer hitches as our part number # RHK. What you'll need to do is select the part number of the hitch you have on the product page and select Curt as the manufacturer. Since there are two Curt hitches available for your 2013 Subaru Forester you'll have to determine which you have. It's pretty easy to though. If you have a 2 inch hitch opening the hitch you have is the part # 13147. If you have a 1-1/4 inch opening you'd instead want the part # C12047.
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• Does the 2009 Subaru Forester Hitch Fit the 2010 Subaru Forester
  Yes, this hitch # 13147 does fit both the 2009 and 2010 Subaru Foresters. It is actually confirmed as a fit for the 2009-2013 Subaru Foresters all models. This hitch is a Class III hitch that has a 2 inch receiver opening that is rated for up to 4,000 pounds trailer weight and 400 pounds of tongue weight. Please make sure that you check the towing capacity of your Subaru and make sure that you abide by the lowest rated component of the systems. Per the Curt warranty all non-trailer loads...
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• Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2009 Subaru Forester for Carrying 4 Bike Rack
  Yes, the Curt hitch part # 13147 that you referenced is a Class III hitch that can have a 4-bike rack installed in it. The rack will have to be designed for a 2 inch trailer hitch. That being said I believe I have a better solution for your 2009 Subaru Forester since the Curt requires you to use a stabilizer strap like part # 18050 when carrying a non-supported load like a bike rack. Instead I would recommend the Draw Tite Class III hitch part # 75650 that has also been confirmed as a...
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• Trailer Hitch and Brake Controller Recommendation for a 2012 Subaru Forester
  For your 2012 Subaru Forester the Curt Hitch part # 13147 has been confirmed as a fit. For trailer wiring we tend to have better luck with the Tow Ready brand so I would recommend the part # 118467. From there you would need to convert the 4-way to a 7-way so that you can install the brake controller. For that you will want the Brake Controller Install Kit and 7-Way Adapter part # ETBC7. I attached installation instructions and an install video for this product as well. For a brake controller...
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