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12-20-2005, 08:10 PM
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I wouldn't do it considering the max load ratnig of the vehicle is some 600-700lbs.
I see Outbacks and Legacys with them all the time however. I imagine you might need to modify or cut open the rear bumper and custom fit/weld it to the frame. Generally hitches are tailored for specific vehicles. It might be worth looking into something that has been made for Outbacks.
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#3
12-20-2005, 11:56 PM
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The Search button is your best friend - next to Earl.
 Here is one of the threads about a trailer hitch. Good luck. 
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. Earl .... ... .... ><SVX(*> Subaru Ambassador [COLOR=”silver”]1992 Tri Color L[/COLOR] ~45K (06/91) #2430 1992 Dark Teal LS-L ~184K (05/91) #0739 1992 Claret LS-L ~196K (05/91) #0831 1992 Pearl LS-L ~103K (06/91) #1680 1992 Pearl LS-L ~151K (06/91) #2229 1992 Dark Teal LS ~150K (07/91) #3098 (parts car) 1992 White LS-L ~139K (08/92) #6913 1993 25th AE ~98K (02/93) #164 1993 25th AE ~58K (02/93) #176 1993 25th AE ~107K (02/93) #215 1993 25th AE ~162K (02/93) #223 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~124K (1/94) #2408 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~144K (10/93) #1484 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~68K (10/93) #1525 1994 Barcelona Red LSi ~46K (02/94) #2624 1994 Pearl LSi ~41K (12/93) #1961 1995 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~70K (02/95) #855 1996 Polo Green LSi ~95K (03/96) #872 1997 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~55K (08/96) #097 2003 Brilliant Red LS1 Convertible ~29K (04/03) #8951 1999 Magnetic Red LS1 Coupe ~33K (04/99) #6420 My Email | Old Locker | New Locker | Picture of 15 of the 19
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#4
12-21-2005, 03:02 AM
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I already answered this on another thread....??
 ANyway, once again, start your searches in australia, the towpacks were available through an australian manufacturer as a 'genuine' accessory!! I would try 'Hayman-Reece', or 'PTB', (prestige towbars), both based in Aus.-unfortunately....... Cheers Sixpack
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#5
12-21-2005, 11:33 AM
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Yes, but are those Australian hitches made specifically for SVX's or generally for Subaru?
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12-21-2005, 01:25 PM
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I had seen one someplace I did do a search at first. I had everything figured out except were to hook the draw bar underneath. My max tow wil be 500 or 600 lbs. Max distance will be less than 20 miles. I don't plan to use this on a daily basis. It also gives great rear end protection. <LOL> Yes an Outbacke can tow a trailer. See my locker under my old name ( John Luciano ) We towed a 1,100 lb trike 400 miles at 60 MPH thu the hills of PA on cruise control no problem. Still got 23 MPG. Automatic tran, 4 Cyclinder , 2000 Outback
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12-21-2005, 01:52 PM
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cheers Sixpack
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12-21-2005, 02:17 PM
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I'm fairly certain that the owners manual states not to tow over 3500lbs behind it!
1000 w/o trailer brakes. As stated do a search you'll find even a custom one quite pricey (which is why I bought myself a Brat rather than tow with my SVX).
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12-21-2005, 03:05 PM
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12-21-2005, 07:11 PM
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I think that exceeds the 500 lb limit.
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. Earl .... ... .... ><SVX(*> Subaru Ambassador [COLOR=”silver”]1992 Tri Color L[/COLOR] ~45K (06/91) #2430 1992 Dark Teal LS-L ~184K (05/91) #0739 1992 Claret LS-L ~196K (05/91) #0831 1992 Pearl LS-L ~103K (06/91) #1680 1992 Pearl LS-L ~151K (06/91) #2229 1992 Dark Teal LS ~150K (07/91) #3098 (parts car) 1992 White LS-L ~139K (08/92) #6913 1993 25th AE ~98K (02/93) #164 1993 25th AE ~58K (02/93) #176 1993 25th AE ~107K (02/93) #215 1993 25th AE ~162K (02/93) #223 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~124K (1/94) #2408 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~144K (10/93) #1484 1994 Laguna Blue Pearl LSi ~68K (10/93) #1525 1994 Barcelona Red LSi ~46K (02/94) #2624 1994 Pearl LSi ~41K (12/93) #1961 1995 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~70K (02/95) #855 1996 Polo Green LSi ~95K (03/96) #872 1997 Bordeaux Pearl LSi ~55K (08/96) #097 2003 Brilliant Red LS1 Convertible ~29K (04/03) #8951 1999 Magnetic Red LS1 Coupe ~33K (04/99) #6420 My Email | Old Locker | New Locker | Picture of 15 of the 19
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#12
12-21-2005, 10:11 PM
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"That which can be asserted without evidence can be dismissed without evidence." '92 Dark Teal SVX LS-L, >146,000m 3 pedals, 5 speeds., restoration underway. 2012 Honda Insight, slow but cute.
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#13
12-28-2005, 08:22 PM
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Thanks Well guys I start building my hitch tomorrow. A friend has a lift so it should go easy. I plan to make it out of Cardboard to get the fit right then convert the cardboard to steel. I only plan to use it in an emergency if my motorcycle breaks down I can get it home etc.
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#14
12-29-2005, 08:07 PM
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Nobody is reading this , but I am telling it anyway..... We got all the pieces cut and fittted tomorrow we weld and bolt it on. Photos will be in my Locker . So now there are 2 SVX's with Trailer hitches. Spent 6 hours bending and trying out pieces , looks better than the job that I got my insperation from. We slightly modified the hook up. I can see why a custom hitch will cost you big bucks I am only $40.00 into mine and $220 into the labor ( if I had to pay myself $22.00 an hour. )
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#15
12-29-2005, 09:21 PM
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I wouldn't see why towing with the SVX would be a problem. Of course, towing massive amounts of weight would destroy the AWD system..but something like a sailboat or a load of tanbark wouldn't be that bad. I've towed with my Legacy before..and it acts like there's nothing back there.
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