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Yup, you're correct. I did a little more www research and found that to be the case. Guess I need a class II for the couple of bike racks I'm looking at. Or I need to change the bike racks I'm considering. I did find out, tho, that I can install a Class I and buy an adaptor to make the receiver 2". But, that seems to be a more expensive option. Thanks, to everyone, for your comments and help!

I have a '97 Legacy Outback Wagon. I want to put a Class I hitch so I can use a hitch-mounted bike rack for three bikes. I went to my local auto parts places and they only sell Class II hitches, which are more than I need. I did a quick google search and didn't find what I was looking for. Because I don't have a lot of confidence in my auto knowledge, I'm hesitant to buy something w/out a recommendation. Anyone install a Class I on their own Subaru? Where did you buy it? Any specific brands you recommend? BTW... The bike racks I'm looking at are compatible w/ a 2" receiver. Thanks, everyone.

Before reading my post, please be aware that I am NOT very knowledgable about cars so I may be saying or asking things that have already been said or asked.... Just bought a '97 Legacy Outback. During the first two test drives, the car seemed to run fine. Then, after handing over the check and signing the title... it began to act up. It was doing just what was described in a post above; it seemed to be hesitating on acceleration. I took it in and they checked the plugs, wires, coil pack, air flow sensor, fuel pressure and were unable to diagnois a problem. One thing he suggested was the it could have been bad fuel? So, when the tank was down below 1/4, I filled it up and it appeared to run better for a day or so. Then, I began experiencing the same problem. It's very sporadic, not consistent at all. So, the neighbor took it for a test drive today. He said it felt like the car wasn't shifting down upon acceleration. He wanted me to find out if the transmission is electronic or vacuum controlled. And, then, suggested I have either the Throttle Position Sensor checked (if electronic) or look for a vaccum leak (if vacuum controlled). So, I'll prolly take it in on Monday. What do you guys think of this? The bulletin that was posted was for a manual? Does the same apply to automatic? Thanks!