Is Draw Tite Trailer Hitch Really No Drill on 2018 Subaru Crosstrek?

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Hello, Can you confirm that the 1 1/4inch draw tite hitch for my 2018 Subaru Crosstrek is truly no drill? It appears based on the instructions that there is no widening of the holes needed as there is in the Curt model. Just wanted to confirm if at all possible. Thanks,

asked by: Louis

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I can happily confirm for you that the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 36644 is truly a no-drill install on your 2018 Subaru Crosstrek; it is a bolt-on installation and you will only need to lower your exhaust temporarily in order to install the hitch.

For wiring which will allow you to power your trailer's lights you need Wiring Harness # 118467 which will give you a 4-flat connector. If you are going to be towing, the recommended ball mount is the Draw-Tite # 36051, for which you'd need either 1-7/8" hitch ball # 19256 or 2" hitch ball # 19258, depending on the ball size your trailer's coupler takes.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

Hey Poches, happy to help! The torque spec for the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Hitch #DT73RR is 50 lb-ft for all the bolts that the hitch comes with. You can also find this listed in step 8 of the installation instructions if you want to double-check while…

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Answer 2

Good question, Dennis. Once the TowSmart #TS34ZR is installed, only the 2-inch receiver tube is visible below the bumper. The cross tube sits tucked up against the frame, giving you that clean, near-factory look. It’s a nice balance between clearance…

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Answer 3

The easiest to install trailer hitch for a 2020 Subaru Outback is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #DT73RR becuase it doesn't require you to remove the rear bumper like all other options do with the concealed design.…

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Answer 4

Hey Dennis, thanks for reaching out! We have yet to install the Towsmart Trailer Hitch Receiver #TS34ZR, but it has a similar design to the Curt #C69VV, which we had a chance to install on a 2024 Outback Wagon. This will be the same as your 2025…

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Answer 5

Are you looking for the hardware for a Curt trailer hitch receiver that fits yours 2015 Subaru Forester? If so, there are two of them; a Class III, #C13144, and a Class II #C12100. Both use 6 bolts, 6 nuts, and 6 plates. Just determine which on you…

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For replacement trailer hitch hardware, you will want to use part #RHK. Simply enter the trailer hitch part number and manufacturer name and we will assemble the hardware kit for that hitch for you. This will be the hardware only. If the trailer…

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Answer 7

The bolts included with the Draw-Tite Class III #75471 Hitch are Class 10.9. They're 10mm in diameter, 30mm long and have a 1.25 thread pitch. If you're needing replacement installation hardware, we can supply a replacement hardware kit for…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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The main difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13416 and the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part #EH97FR is that the EcoHitch has a completely hidden cross tube whereas the Curt cross tube will be visible from the rear of…

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Answer 12

Congrats on the new motorhome Edward! SnapPad doesn't have the 2026 Allego Red 38 KA in their system so I don't know what size your jack feet are. However, we have a few options that will work with the HWH leveling systems. What you'll…

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