Draw-Tite Hitch Recommendation for Ground Clearance on a 2000 Subaru Outback Wagon
Published 09/13/2011
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Question:
Does the C12270 reduce ground clearance under the outback? How does it match up with the hidden hitch or Drawtite options as far as reducing ground clearance? Thanks,
asked by: John
Expert Reply:
Since the CURT Trailer Hitch # C12270 will sit below the rear bumper of your 2000 Subaru Outback Wagon it will reduce the ground clearance on your vehicle.
However, the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 36284 will give you a little more ground clearance as the area that goes around the exhaust tip will go above the tip on the Draw-Tite hitch. Whereas, it goes below the tip on the CURT hitch.
Check out the picture I attached that shows both of these hitches installed on a similar vehicle as yours.
I also attached installation instructions for both hitches and an installation video for the # 36284.
If you plan on doing some towing you might be interested in the following products to complete your towing setup:
Class II Drawbar # 36053
Hitch Ball with 2 inch Diameter and Short Shank # 19258
Hitch Ball with 1-7/8 inch Diameter and Long Shank # 19254
Pin and Clip # PC2
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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