Will Draw-Tite Hitch For 2017 Subaru Outback Work With Thule Camber 4-Bike Rack

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Thanks Kyle. Can you also provide a similar breakdown for the Thule Hitching Post 4?

asked by: Garrett Z

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For your 2017 Subaru Outback, the Thule Camber 4-Bike Rack # TH9056 is a really nice option and will work perfectly with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # 76227.

The reason for that is, when we installed this hitch on a 2017 Outback, we found it measured 3 inches from the hitch pin hole to the edge of the bumper, and the Camber measures 7 inches from the hitch pin to the closest part of the rack, so you'll have plenty of room for the rack to fit without any interference.

The only other thing I want to mention, since you mentioned you will be doing some trailer towing at some point, is that to add a 4-way trailer harness to your 2017 Outback, the correct part is the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector # 118467.

If you'd like to take a look, I have added links below to a video install for you to check out of the Draw-Tite Hitch # 76227, as well as a video review of the Thule Camber 4-Bike Rack # TH9056.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Garrett Z.

3/22/2021

Thanks Kyle. Can you also provide a similar breakdown for the Thule Hitching Post 4?

Kyle S.

3/22/2021

Happy to help, and I can offer you the same dimensions for the Thule Hitching Post Pro 4-Bike Rack # TH934XTR. The Hitch Post Pro measures a little further out than the Camber, measuring 10 inches from the hitch pin to the closet part of the rack. Between the two racks though, I do recommend the Thule Camber 4-Bike Rack # TH9056. There are a couple of reasons for that, starting with the Camber's superior anti-sway cradles that use ratcheting straps to ensure the tightest hold on your bikes, compared to the Hitch Post's cradles which have pre-cut holes. The Camber's arms are also closer together, which allows for easier bike loading, and the Camber has a slightly higher capacity at 37-1/2 lbs per bike compared to 35 lbs for the Hitching Post. The only other thing I recommend, in order to lock either of the racks to your hitch, is adding the Thule Snug Tite Hitch Lock and Anti-Rattle Device # THSTL2.

Answer 1

The ultimate hitch for your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon for ground clearance and towing capacity is the Stealth Hitch part #391SUOB15T which comes with wiring and everything needed to tow your vehicle including a ball mount. What makes the ground…

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Answer 2

The lightest trailer hitch for a 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13410 at around 27 lbs follow by the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76227 at about 30 lbs. I think these are both great options…

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Answer 3

You are definitely on the right track with your research and findings. If your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon is listed for 200 lbs TW then even if you use a trailer hitch with a higher TW capacity, like the Draw-Tite #76227 with a 600 lb TW, you are…

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Answer 4

For your 2011 Subaru Outback Wagon the best hitch for ground clearance is the Curt #C13410 which fits very tightly to the rear bumper of the vehicle but also doesn't have a crosstube that hangs below the bumper either which helps with ground…

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Answer 5

Hi John; I'd definitely get a frame-mounted hitch for your 2017 Subaru Outback to tow a small camper. I'm not aware of a bumper-mounted hitch for your Outback, but if there were one I definitely wouldn't trust it for towing purposes.…

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Answer 6

The Draw Tite hitch part #76227 has the better ground clearance than the #75673 for your 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon. It hugs tighter to the rear bumper but more importantly only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper which makes a bigger…

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Answer 7

If a trailer hitch sticks out past the rear bumper of the vehicle it is installed on it you do run the risk of hitting your shin on it as you walk by. The good news is that the Draw Tite hitch part #76227 sits about flush with the rear bumper so that…

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Answer 8

For your 2016 Subaru Outback I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76227. This style of hitch is going to provide the cleanest look because the cross bar sits behind the bumper which also allows for a bit more ground clearance…

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Answer 9

For a Class III hitch, I'll typically recommend the Curt product because they do a slightly nicer job on their powder coat finish than Draw-Tite does. Curt offers both a traditionally styled Class III hitch, part #C13206 which would have the…

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Answer 10

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76227 does weigh 30lbs. The widest point on the receiver is 40-1/4" and it has an overall height of 13-1/4".

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Answer 11

The Curt hitch receiver item #C13410 and the Draw-Tite hitch receiver item #76227 are identical hitches in almost every way. They both have the same capacities and installation methods and are hard to identify once they're installed on a Subaru.…

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Answer 12

The foam panel is in the bumper to help support the bumper panel as well as provide a cushion for the cover if there is a minor collision. Without the cushion the cover will tend to break or crack easier as it does not have the support needed. I have…

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