Trailer Hitch Recommendation for 2016 Subaru Outback for Bike Rack

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hello, we received a used kuat transfer 2-bike rack from someone. but we need to install a hitch on our 2016 subaru outback. would the following hitch work well? Item # e98847 also any tips on where to go for installation of the hitch and how much that should cost? we are in the south palm beach county, florida area, if you happen to have some recommended installers in our area. thanks.

asked by: Jake L

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The etrailer hitch part # e98847 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon and would work well if the Kuat Transfer bike rack you have now. The other option you might consider is the Draw Tite # 76227 which has a concealed cross tube which allows it to be a little less visible and also better ground clearance.

We don't have installers we specifically recommend for hitch installs but if you go with a local mechanic to you that has a good reputation they should have no problem. Most likely they'd charge around 1 shop hour too.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

We do indeed have a nice selection of Class III trailer hitches available that are confirmed to fit your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon. The primary difference between the hitch models is their physical appearance and how they will actually mount to the…

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Answer 2

I am going to recommend dropping the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75673 from your top 3. We have installed all 3 of the receivers on different 2016 Subaru Outbacks and this one had the worst ground clearance(14-3/4" to inside top…

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The trailer hitch for your Outback that has the highest receiver is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #76227. This will have a measurement of 15-1/4 inches from the ground to the inside top of the…

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Both the ettrailer.com #e98847 and Draw-Tite #75673 Class III Trailer Hitches that you mentioned are great options for your 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon, however I do recommend the etrailer.com model for a couple of reasons. These are both custom…

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There are really two main types of trailer hitches for a 2019 Subaru Outback, visible like the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part #e98847 and hidden like the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part #e42TR. The visible hitch means you can see the cross…

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Answer 6

I recommend the etrailer.com hitch part #e98847 for the 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon which provides an inch more ground clearance than the other hitch options for the Outback Wagon. The extra clearance is helpful when carrying a bike rack when driving…

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Answer 7

We do have an etrailer hitch that fits your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon with the part #e98847 but the part number you mentioned does not fit.

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Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 9

Thanks so much for purchasing your hitch from us! I understand the confusion associated with towing weight capacity. There are many factors that contribute to the gross towing weight capacity of a vehicle. In many cases, it is not necessarily the…

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Answer 10

The best trailer hitch option for the 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon to a bike rack with a 2" shank is etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver part #e98847 which provides better ground clearance than the other hitch options available. The extra ground…

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Answer 11

The tool list for the etrailer hitch part #e98847 includes a 17/32 inch drill bit, a rotary tool/carbide bit, and tin snips related to the hole enlargement and fascia trimming required.

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