Why are Carriage Bolts and Blocks Used to Install Hitch on a 2011 Subaru Outback

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i have just installed the wiring harness to my 2011 subaru outback and am wondering if i can just ream out the access holes above the holes in the bottom of the frame that i will be using for attaching the hitch since they are already exposed. will using regular bolts instead of using the rectangular units and the carriage bolts be a large problem? thanks,

asked by: David J

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I would recommend you install the hitch on your 2011 Subaru Outback Wagon like the installation instructions recommend.

It would be extremely difficult to use regular bolts with the square spacer block since that would require you to have a wrench on the top of the bolt to prevent it from spinning while torqueing down the fastener. That is why the block and carriage bolt is used.

I attached an install video for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 2

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Answer 5

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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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 7

Congrats on the new car! For your 2024 Subaru Outback, I recommend the etrailer Hitch item #e25TR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Subaru with included hardware. I really like this hitch because it mounts behind the rear bumper cover…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Why are Carriage Bolts and Blocks Used to Install Hitch on a 2011 Subaru Outback

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