Comparing Curt and Draw Tite Class III Trailer Hitch for 2018 Subaru Forester

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Should I get the Curt or the Draw Tite hitch for my 2018 Subaru Forester?

asked by: Jerry G

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Between the Draw Tite hitch part # 76182 and the Curt # C13144 that both fit your 2018 Subaru Forester I recommend the Draw Tite # 76182 because once installed this hitch only has the opening hanging below the rear bumper so it will give you a much more hidden look. I attached a picture that shows the two hitches installed to show you what I mean.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #CU64FR and the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76182 will have a concealed look therefore only the receiver tube opening will be shown once installed. In regards to the heat shield, this must be…

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Answer 2

Honestly Ladd, not much. All of the hitches: the Curt #C13387, Draw-Tite #76226, and etrailer are basically the same size, weight (30 lbs), and have the same weight capacities. The only thing separating these hitches is going to be the actual brand…

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I have the perfect hitch that is confirmed for your 2016 Subaru Forester XT With Dual Exhaust! The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13144 has a bolt-on installation with no welding required. It has a gloss black powder coat finish that is over a…

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Hi Terri; yes, the etrailer #e98839 will fit your 2016 Subaru Forester Premium 2.0XT with dual exhaust. This fits all models of the 2016 Forester. I went ahead and attached a picture from the instructions below which includes the dual exhaust.

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The primary reason I and others recommend a Class III trailer hitch like the Draw-Tite #75876 over a Class I or even Class II hitch, knowing that you will never come close to its 3,500 pound towing weight capacity, is because of the 2 inch receiver…

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Answer 6

The Kuat Sherpa 2.0 #SH22G and the NV 2.0 #NV22G that you referenced are both excellent platform-style racks that will hold your bikes by the front wheels with no frame contact. These are top-of-the-line carriers and you really would not go wrong…

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Answer 7

You could do that if you wish, you'll just want to make sure that the heat shield is NOT sandwiched between the hitch and the chassis of the vehicle at any point. We frequently hear from folks with concerns about the vehicle being harmed because…

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As you can see in the provided photo, the etrailer brand #e98839 hitch will indeed fit a 4th Generation Subaru Forester with a single exhaust, like your 2016. Unless your vehicle has an aftermarket exhaust, the hitch will fit fine. I've also…

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Answer 9

The heat shield actually has to be permanently removed to install the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e83ZR on your 2024 Subaru Forester.

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Answer 10

Hey Brendan, thanks for reaching out! You're correct that it's best to keep the heat shield installed. I'm not sure why Curt doesn't recommend installing it back, but if you check out the linked installation video of the Curt Trailer…

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Answer 11

For pretty much any bike rack ranging from a trailer hitch mount rack like #C18085 to a trunk mount like the Thule Passage 3, #TH911XT, you can use a cable lock to secure the bikes to the rack. The 10 Foot Long Cable Lock, #e98891, would be a good…

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Answer 12

Exhaust rattling against a trailer hitch is a common occurrence but it is easily fixed although it does require a bit of modification. Exhaust pipes and mufflers hang on rubber isolators. The hangers can usually be manipulated to gain more clearance…

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