Parts Needed To Tow a Small Boat Trailer With a 2004 Subaru Outback Wagon

Updated 08/27/2019 | Published 08/26/2019

Products Featured in This Question

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"

(153)

$352.37

1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs

(4007)

$15.48

Curt Class II Drawbar - 3/4" Rise, 1-1/4" Drop - 9-3/4" Long - 3,500 lbs

(2327)

$33.43

Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

(356)

$43.85

Curt Hitch Pin and Clip for 1-1/4" Hitches - 1/2" Diameter x 2" Span

(2973)

$4.09

Question:

I need to put a trailer hitch on my 2004 Subaru Outback. I need it to pull my boat trailer small, 1100 lb boat, which has a 1 7/8 in ball. Will this work? Does it have everything I need to tow, once installed? Can i install it myself? Thanks!

asked by: John B

Expert Reply:

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C12270 is a confirmed fit for your 2004 Subaru Outback Wagon and it will work to pull a boat trailer. That said, you will need a few other parts to complete your setup which I have listed for you below.

Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness part # C55370
Curt Drawbar part # C45519
Curt Pin and Clip part # F-4
Curt 1-7/8" Hitch Ball part # C40001

In regards to installation of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, this is very simple to do yourself as it is only rated at a 4 out of 10 on the difficulty scale. If you do need help or want to get a better idea if you are capable then you can take a look at the attached install video.