Mega Users paintpollz Posted August 8, 2012 Mega Users Share Posted August 8, 2012 Did anyone get this hitch above the tow hook? Mines been driving me nuts for how low it sits. I might have Motive try and jimmy it above the tow hook if its doable. "Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cypher0117 Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 I have the same one and it sits low. Though I don't know of any way to get it above the tow hook. I've actually hit mine on the ground going down steep drives onto level road, but I am also lowered 1". I think all hitches for the legacy sit like this one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claw Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 I had mine above the tow hook when I initially installed it, so the bar angled up. The Kuat bike rack I had was also angled, and the wide bars of my bike were a little too close to the rear hatch glass, so I removed it all and mounted it under the tow hook. You'll need to shim the four mounting points a little more if you get it above the tow hook. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users paintpollz Posted August 9, 2012 Author Mega Users Share Posted August 9, 2012 I had mine above the tow hook when I initially installed it, so the bar angled up. The Kuat bike rack I had was also angled, and the wide bars of my bike were a little too close to the rear hatch glass, so I removed it all and mounted it under the tow hook. You'll need to shim the four mounting points a little more if you get it above the tow hook. huh. It's been a couple of years since I installed it so I'm having a hard time visualizing the mounting points. So if you shimmed it, and fit it above the hook, it would be on an angle? Not sure how I like that. "Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cseagle08 Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 I have one that is identical to the draw tite one, and it drags pulling out of parking lots all the time. super annoying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users paintpollz Posted August 9, 2012 Author Mega Users Share Posted August 9, 2012 ya Ive gotten used to it, pulling out of places with sharp declines on a diagonal, etc. just a pain in the ass. Just a poorly designed hitch IMO. I'm just trying to find a cost efficient way to mod it and get it over the tow hitch, otherwise I'll deal with it as is. "Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted August 10, 2012 I Donated Share Posted August 10, 2012 How would you put it above the tow hook? It didn't look possible when I was doing the install. I agree that it looks like it's fairly low. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users paintpollz Posted August 10, 2012 Author Mega Users Share Posted August 10, 2012 How would you put it above the tow hook? It didn't look possible when I was doing the install. I agree that it looks like it's fairly low. that's my point. I've heard of humans getting it above the tow hook, but I cant remember if it was with this hitch or a different brand. I'm trying to figure out if it can be done with a big metal hammer, or if you need to fab it somehow. "Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted August 10, 2012 I Donated Share Posted August 10, 2012 I mean, I have a Reese. They're all the same design, I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users paintpollz Posted August 10, 2012 Author Mega Users Share Posted August 10, 2012 I mean, I have a Reese. They're all the same design, I think. stupid shitty designs, eh? "Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 they all suck .. i cut and raised mine so its just touching the bumper my welder fiend made a 2'' receiver for his and did an amazing job he just put it behind the bumper cover and just cut the bumper cover slightly Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank_ster Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 here i found the pics Now that's thinking out of the boxer! fyi all 05 + legacy's have built in code reader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bdubs Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 The oem hitch sits a lot higher than the aftermarket ones. That is the best you can get without making any modifications. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilesA Posted August 11, 2012 Share Posted August 11, 2012 that's my point. I've heard of humans getting it above the tow hook, but I cant remember if it was with this hitch or a different brand. I'm trying to figure out if it can be done with a big metal hammer, or if you need to fab it somehow.I installed the OEM hitch kit for the Outback on my LGT Wagon. That hitch doesn't interfere with the hook. Also, it sits higher because the tubing is bent to fit around the well for the spare tire. It does not hang down any further than the mufflers do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Donated thefultonhow Posted August 12, 2012 I Donated Share Posted August 12, 2012 There is an OEM hitch for the sedan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilesA Posted August 12, 2012 Share Posted August 12, 2012 There is an OEM hitch for the sedan? It is listed as an Outback part number, so "officially" it is not sold for the sedan, but it fits. The part number is L101SAG000 or L101SAG100 (L101SAG000 is cheaper). The wiring harness is included. The wiring harness plugs right in on the wagons, however, I don't think the sedan has the plug, so it would be necessary to modify the sedan's wiring. http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/everything-you-wanted-know-hitch-install-12576.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users paintpollz Posted August 12, 2012 Author Mega Users Share Posted August 12, 2012 It is listed as an Outback part number, so "officially" it is not sold for the sedan, but it fits. The part number is L101SAG000 or L101SAG100 (L101SAG000 is cheaper). The wiring harness is included. The wiring harness plugs right in on the wagons, however, I don't think the sedan has the plug, so it would be necessary to modify the sedan's wiring. http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/everything-you-wanted-know-hitch-install-12576.html I have a relay wired from the battery back q "Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadowsports Posted August 12, 2012 Share Posted August 12, 2012 I have this hitch as well. Scrapes everywhere. I'm stock (KYB GR-2's) with slightly taller tires. 225/45/17 (helps a little). With or without shims, I never saw a way to get the hitch above the rear tow hook. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users paintpollz Posted August 12, 2012 Author Mega Users Share Posted August 12, 2012 I may spend the time and money to figure this out "Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bdubs Posted August 13, 2012 Share Posted August 13, 2012 I bought that hidden hitch first, and hated how low it sat so much, I ended up going oem. Much better fitment, looks a lot cleaner. I've also never scraped on the stock hitch, where as that Hidden Hitch would scrape everywhere with such a jarring sound I was worried I was going to rip it right off the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Users paintpollz Posted August 13, 2012 Author Mega Users Share Posted August 13, 2012 Bdubs, thanks for chiming in. This looks like a much better design than what I have. I'll be looking into this. Thanks! "Remember Danny - Two wrongs don't make a right but three rights make a left." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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