Boosted Posted July 2, 2004 Share Posted July 2, 2004 I am interested in getting the GT limited and can't find any info on if you can put a trailer hitch on the sedan. I have one on my 02 WRX sedan and I use it to tow a jetski. Does anyone have info for me? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racerdave Posted July 2, 2004 Share Posted July 2, 2004 Or how about just a trailer hitch period (sedan or wagon)?? The Impreza and old Legacys offered the hitches as accessories. Why not the new Legacy too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UrQ Posted July 5, 2004 Share Posted July 5, 2004 I'm also looking into this option. When my car gets here in a month (or so), I'll start looking around. Please post pictures if anyone has done this successfully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttlejockey Posted July 5, 2004 Share Posted July 5, 2004 Sorry guys but I'm betting it's not going to happen. I had an 02 Legacy GT before my new 05 GT and they didn't make one for that car either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AreEyeSeeKay Posted July 5, 2004 Share Posted July 5, 2004 Subaru Quotes Towing capacities of 2500 for the 2.5 and 3000 for the 3.0, so you must be able to put hitches on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttlejockey Posted July 6, 2004 Share Posted July 6, 2004 That's probably for the wagons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubberman Posted July 18, 2004 Share Posted July 18, 2004 I've been wondering about this trailer hitch dilemma myself with the new Legacies. I only plan to pull very light loads, say motorcycle and trailer - but I would like to keep the class II style hitch since I already have the drawbar, etc from the hitch on my 00 Outback. Perhaps there is an option with the 02 Legacy GT (assumed you had the wagon), is this car the same chassis as a regular 02 Legacy wagon or Outback? I think that it is. :?: I looked at a trailer hitch site where I got my 00 Outback hitch: [url]http://www.etrailer.com[/url] Look at the 02 hitches: [url]http://www.etrailer.com/products.asp?model=Legacy&category=hitch&year=2002&make=Subaru&t1=&h=e[/url] Look at the 00 hitches: [url]http://www.etrailer.com/products.asp?model=Legacy&category=hitch&year=2000&make=Subaru&t1=&h=e[/url] I am looking at Draw-tite P/N 36284, in 00 the hitch fits both the Outback, Sedan, and wagon per the specs. That makes sense, the chassis' are all the same, just suspension differences (ignore sedan body vs wagon body). Same hitch works for all cars in the 02 model year as well. Bumper profile dones't seem to be an issue since the hitch fits both Outbacks and the base Legacy wagon & sedan. I have looked around quite a bit for the hitch info on the 05 GT wagon and haven't found a thing, so this idea came to mind as an alternative: :idea: Following this logic of the same basic chassis mounting configurations, the new 05 Legacy should be able to use the same hitch as the 05 Outback; same chassis and exhaust setups, right? But, do these cars share the same rear bumper profile along the bottom edge :?: :?: Looking at the brochures and Subaru website, they seem to be similar, but an in-person compare will tell a bit more...could someone take a look? The important part is the vertical distance from the frame rails to the bottom edge of the bumper - what is the clearance of an Outback hitch between the hitch and bumper on an 05 Legacy GT? We want the hitch to tuck up tight and not be hanging down, but not too much as to be touching the plastic bumper & paint. I may go and try to measure/look at this today if the local dealer still has an 05 Outback on the lot. :!: Of course, the Outback is rated to tow more than the Legacy, but that isn't important if someone uses common sense and doesn't overload their 05 GT. :!: But, you could perhaps have a Class II hitch for the convenience & more readily avail. hitch accessories (bike racks, etc.) :) Now, take a look at the 05 hitch offerings thus far: [url]http://www.etrailer.com/products.asp?model=Legacy&category=hitch&year=2005&make=Subaru&t1=&h=e[/url] Looking at either the Hidden Hitch or Draw-tite offerings, both list the same P/N's for the Outback sedan and wagon. Maybe we can confirm this through someone measuring the mounting holes on both the 05 Legacy GT and 05 Outback, but I would be willing to bet that the same hitch listed for the Outbacks would also fit the Legacy's. Same exhaust setup, should be same chassis besides the Outback's fender flares. The chassis measurements on the Outback and Legacy GT are the same or within 1-2mm. Here's the install instructions for the 05 Outback - go to this page and click on the install instructions link: [url]http://www.etrailer.com/productdetail.asp?partno=36326&vehicleid=5513&yearfrom=2005&h=e[/url] Anyone agree with any/all of this or have more info?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opie Posted July 18, 2004 Share Posted July 18, 2004 There will be a hitch kit availible from Subaru, we just got the installation Tech-Tips on it last week. I'll see if I can track down a P/N and/or picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UrQ Posted July 18, 2004 Share Posted July 18, 2004 Great, we'd appreciate that! Looking at the one on the Forester, I'm wondering how it will navigate the dual exhaust configuration? I guess one good thing about waiting for the car to arrive is getting a chance to work out these little details ahead of time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racerdave Posted July 18, 2004 Share Posted July 18, 2004 Yeah, Opie, that'd be great... p/n and pics. The hitch is prominently featured at the end of the summer Drive magazine, with capacities of 2700 lbs for the 4-cylinder cars, and 3000 for the six. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boosted Posted July 19, 2004 Author Share Posted July 19, 2004 I spoke with the dealer on Friday and they said that the hitch will only be available on the wagon. The dealer told me that they were going to look into aftermarket hitch companies, and for me to do the same. Opie, do you know if your install tips are for the wagon only?? Rubberman I like your thinking but lets hope that Opie tells us the hitch is for both sedan and wagon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttlejockey Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 [quote name='racerdave']Yeah, Opie, that'd be great... p/n and pics. The hitch is prominently featured at the end of the summer Drive magazine, with capacities of 2700 lbs for the 4-cylinder cars, and 3000 for the six.[/quote] I had an 02 Legacy GT sedan and they didn't make one for it. Since all the Legacy's except the wagon (I assume) have the same bumpercover they are making one now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opie Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 [quote name='Boosted']Opie, do you know if your install tips are for the wagon only??[/quote] Off the top of my head I don't remember. I do remember that installation required the removal of the two rear mufflers, and the kit includes new exhaust gaskets for when the mufflers are reinstalled after the hitch is in. I'll get the .pdf tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opie Posted July 19, 2004 Share Posted July 19, 2004 Here's the actual installation instructions, I couldn't find anything that distinguished them as for the wagon or sedan, I assume it's for both. [url]http://www.subaruchallenge.com/Wills/05/05_legacy_trailer_hitch.pdf[/url] Here's the best part...look at the date on the bottom of the pages...I guess this part has been designed since 2003! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racerdave Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 Way cool! Thanks Op... Any idea when we can get our hands on these?? I'm itching for the factory hitch option... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opie Posted July 20, 2004 Share Posted July 20, 2004 [quote name='racerdave']Way cool! Thanks Op... Any idea when we can get our hands on these?? I'm itching for the factory hitch option...[/quote] The P/N is on the instructions, they can be oredered from any dealer :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boosted Posted July 20, 2004 Author Share Posted July 20, 2004 Thanks Opie! I was told by the Cust Service at etrailer.com that item 90756 fits the 05 Legacy Sedan. Just another option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racerdave Posted July 21, 2004 Share Posted July 21, 2004 Hey, I see that the hitch is an available accessory option when ordering on the Outback... Why not on the Legacy??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UrQ Posted July 22, 2004 Share Posted July 22, 2004 Awesome. If my car ever arrives, I'll order one! Thanks for researching this for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boosted Posted August 22, 2004 Author Share Posted August 22, 2004 So, has anyone put a trailer hitch on a 05 legacy yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UrQ Posted August 22, 2004 Share Posted August 22, 2004 Yes, a short search on the opening forum page shows my GT Sedan with the factory hitch installed and the mountain I had to climb to get it done. See the title of the post "That pesky trailer hitch!." Â Best of luck to you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Throttlejockey Posted August 22, 2004 Share Posted August 22, 2004 [quote name='UrQ']Yes, a short search on the opening forum page shows my GT Sedan with the factory hitch installed and the mountain I had to climb to get it done. See the title of the post "That pesky trailer hitch!." Best of luck to you![/quote] How about a rear shot with the bike on it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opie Posted September 22, 2004 Share Posted September 22, 2004 Just a note for those still interested in the hitch, I received this info today regarding the hitch and installation on any Legacy model other than the Outback: [quote]The 2005 Legacy Trailer hitch is designed for the 2005 Legacy Outback wagon models. Applying the 2005 Legacy Trailer Hitch to any model other than the 2005 Legacy Outback is at the vehicle owners discretion. For specific model application please refer to section 8 page 37 of your 2005 Legacy Owner's manual. All warranty concerns are addressed in the Subaru Owner's Manual under towing in section 8 page 31-42.[/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvlgato Posted September 23, 2004 Share Posted September 23, 2004 My dealer told me at the time of purchase that the hitch was an option for the sedan, but cost >$400, so suggested I go to U Haul. Uhaul told me the hitch for the 05 isn't in yet, but check back in a few months, they should get them, and expect to pay $200-250 installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samsam Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I just got mine install today. Very straight forward , take 30 mins . Sam - Vancouver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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