Does anyone have experience with this rack on a Subaru Outback (hatchback)?
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We used it on a Lincoln MKT and a Lincoln MKX and both have lift gates. You can lean the rack forward if you need to open the back. I can't see why it wouldn't work on your car.
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Sure. I do. But of course your temperament may vary. I keep a spare wrench in the rear cubby to make tightening/loosening the bolt convenient but sometimes I just hand tighten and put the lock on it (that's where it locks to the car). My hatchback (2014 Outback) opens with rack mounted but I must make sure the top inside bike clamp is nor in play. Basically mounting us put the rack in your hitch, insert bolt, put lock on. Removal is the opposite. I also fold the two wheel racks down/up because my garage is so full of crap the isn't much roo to set it.
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I have this rack on my 2014 Subaru WRX with factory racks and it fits fine.
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Pulled up some pictures of the crossbars on the Outback, and it looks like they should fit without any problems. One photo I found showed a set of Yakima racks mounted to the stock bars of an Outback, so these should do the same. The mounting hardware for both are almost identical.
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I own a Subaru WRX, a Honda Pilot and a Honda CRV and the rack fits just fine on all of those. It's a universal device and I can't think of any reason why it wouldn't fit on a Q50. BTW, it's a great rack. It adjusts in seconds, holds the bikes securely, locks on the car, and looks great.
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Mine is great! As long as you have a rear tire then you have the three necessary bolts to secure the rack. It does great at high speeds (70mph +). I would STRONGLY recommend getting it put on by a bike shop. It isn't difficult, but if your car is older they might need a torque wrench for good measure. STRONGLY recommend. Good luck to you!
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I have the 2015 Subaru Outback, as well. The racks do fit on the factory crossbars. You'll have to ratchet the fasteners pretty tightly, but the rack will fit snugly once that's done.
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Yes, I use this on a 2015 Subaru Outback, which has similar crossbars to the 2012. You first swivel the factory crossbars so that they go across the roof. They will snap into place. You then install each Thule on each crossbar. The skis must go lengthwise with the car, and the tips of the skis (fronts) need to pointing to the back of the car, per Thule. Tip: I open my trunk when I put the skis in the Thule, so that I make sure the skis are far enough forward to not interfere with the trunk. This is a great rack. Good luck!
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I have a 2013 Subaru Outback (new body style with factory roof racks). The cargo box fits that roof rack fine, U-bolt clamps fit around the bar fine, maybe 2-1/2 inch opening. I like the box, most likely best quality box for the price on the market.
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Hello Sabina, This is a good question. I am trying to picture the fit on my trunk. You know, I think the rack will fit over your spoiler, as long as it's not the big crazy spoiler. Sabina, go to Youtube and type, "Review: bike rack-Allen Sports Trunk Mount 2-bikes." There is a guy giving instructions on how to attach rack to trunk. His car has a spoiler or something that look like a spoiler. Hope this help!LeighLeigh
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I have the Swagman rack also and it works great. The only caution on a truck or car is the amount of wind it is subjected to. On a motor home there is less wind due to the flat back.
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Yes. There will be a gap between the claps that attach the basket to the rails, but never fear it words fine, we have the same set up on a Nissan Rogue and it works fine with the hatchback.
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The rack is easy to attach to a 2" or 1 7/8" receiver. There is a bolt, nut and clip you use to secure the rack to the hitch receiver (through the opening where the ball mount pin typically goes). I think you'll find that same type of attachment with most hitch-mounted racks. The rack does have a quick release pin so you can lean the rack about 45 degrees away from the car. This allows you to open your trunk/hatch with the rack still attached. The rack includes additional straps for securing the bikes if necessary. I have this rack attached to a 09 Jeep Liberty.
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Hi Nate, This is an AWESOME rack! You will need a receiver on your car. The info from Hollywood tells you what size receiver it will fit. My car did not have one so I ordered one and took it to a tire shop and they installed it for me for.
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this rack worked great on a hatchback. it was a little hard to get it tight at first, but with a little help from our bike shop we got it nice and tight and it works well.
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I have an Subaru Outback. The back hatch opens no problem with one bike however a bit more tricky when rack is loaded with two.
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I have used it for years on 98 and now 2012 outbacks. both came equipped with 1 1/4 trailer hitches so I had to use a converter to hold a 2 inch hitch. I always lashed the rack and the bikes to the roof rack and trailer hitch to eliminate wobbling. Folds up and deploys very neatly