What Size Hitch to Install on 2014 Subaru Forester to Allow Installation of Hitch-Mounted Twiststep  

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Your 2014 Subaru Forester can be fitted with two types of hitch, either a 1-1/4-inch Class II type or a 2-inch Class III. Many hitch-mount accessory items like your Twiststep (and many bike racks, for example) have the flexibility to be used with either size hitch receiver. Generally a 2-inch hitch has broader compatibility with a range of accessory items.

Often a Class III hitch will have a higher tongue weight capacity than a Class II hitch. If you have any expectations for using the hitch to tow or to carry heavier accessory items like a bike rack or cargo carrier then I would urge you to go for the 2-inch hitch. Cost differences between the Class II and Class III hitches are very slight, so when in doubt, go for the higher-rated item that will give you the most capacity and greatest safety margin.

My recommendation is the Curt 2-inch Class III hitch # C13144. This hitch offers a substantial 525-lb tongue weight capacity which is plenty for the step, a large bike rack or a cargo basket (which often can have a similar weight capacity). This hitch bolts on using included hardware and without any welding required. The installation instructions are attached for your reference.

Note that this hitch does not include a hitch pin and clip that is required to secure the step or other accessory item to the hitch. You can use either a simple pin and clip like # C21500 or if you prefer to lock the step to the hitch you can use trailer hitch lock # C23519. A video for this item is linked for you.

expert reply by: Adam R

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