toddkageals Posted July 8, 2005 Share Posted July 8, 2005 Guys, I finally got around to installing a trailer hitch on my '96 Outback wagon today. I ordered a DrawTite hitch from Drawtite-hitches.com. The install was a snap and everything fit perfectly. Only took about 30 minutes for the hitch and 30 minutes for the wiring. I found a plug in the back near the drivers side rear tail light that had outputs for the trailer lights. Wiring up the adapter was a breeze. Can't say enough good things about the drawtite hitch....very sturdy, fit perfectly and you can't even see it under the bumper unless the draw bar is attached. I did not have to cut or remove anything to do the install. You do have to drill two 1/2 inch holes but that about it....otherwise just bolt it on. If anyone plans to do this, feel free to ask any questions you might have. I could not find much info. about a hitch install and I thought about doing a DIY writeup. After doing the install, I don't think there is much need for a DIY....it's THAT simple. Todd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthLight Posted July 8, 2005 Share Posted July 8, 2005 I have the same hitch, I think. The only thing I don't like about it is the support member for the exhaust pipe goes under the exhaust pipe. I had to bend my tail pipe some to not have it rattle on the hitch crossmember. You don't have this problem? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Handtool Posted July 8, 2005 Share Posted July 8, 2005 What class hitch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthLight Posted July 8, 2005 Share Posted July 8, 2005 What class hitch? Mine's a Class II. -Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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