karls10jk

This thing works well and is pretty competitively priced to the TF unit. Bonus is that it also offers accessory mounts like the TF. I'd steer clear of Rugged/ Smitty brand based on previous experiences with those cheaper brands.

https://www.retrofitoffroad.com/shop...forcement-kit/

Lashway4x4

I have seen way more Teraflex brand Carrier Hinges than any other competitors, but when I had a customer that wanted one and didnt have the money for the Teraflex Carrier I would sell them the Rugged Ridge brand Carrier.
I have not had a warranty issue from any of my personal customers or bad reviews yet, but I am not saying there isnt any bad reviews out there. I personally also love dealing with Rugged Ridge because they have a great warranty and great customer service.

TheDirtman

ditch the spare and carry a plug kit and on board air.

Smudgeontheglass

I respect this opinion for a street oriented vehicle, but have seen too many torn sidewalls and cracked wheels to recommend this for trail use.

resharp001

Depends on the type of wheeling one does mainly. I go spareless around town....and if I'm wheelin within 90 mins of home I typically don't take the spare. If I'm heading further out, I will take one and either drop it off somewhere or carry it in the back like my avatar pic. That said, all the wheelin around here is more organized parks so it's not quite the same an overland type situation. Also probably depends a bit on the specific tire's sturdiness. That said......Dirtman reminded me I need to get a good plug kit.

TheDirtman

Throw the spare in the back for wheeling trips. Why carry extra weight around that most people don't ever use on a day to day basis.

sm_rubi

My sentiments exactly! The wife doesn't agree and unlike most wives she does know how to change a spare, but I don't see that happening with 35s much less the 40s on the JK.