fasteddiesa

I have a 2010 Jeep Rubicon, blacked out, lifted, with 35s on 17" MTs. I've been riding with the spare on the stock mount with an extender. It's been OK until recently when the tailgate has started squealing. Obviously need a tire carrier ASAP. I looked at the Smitty src's but am worried about workmanship - why so much less expensive?
So I think I have narrowed it all down to Expedition One vs. LoD on the rear with tire carrier and E1 vs AEV Premium on the front. Should I stay all E1 or would a E1/AEV set look OK? If anyone has done this, please post pics!

Thanks to any and all.

genesbro

I have the LOD front signature series shorty and am going to get the rear LOD signature series with the tire carrier and jerry can holders when the tax man comes by.

Cat Dr.

I have the LOD rear full length w/rack and jeep can holders. No rattles or shakes. It's well constructed and I think they have good service. There is quite a wait to get it but well worth it in the end. I have a Fab Four in the front because I got it for a good price at a silent auction. If I didn't get that one, I intended to get the front LOD also.

AndyM

I can recommend the LOD front and rear w/tire carrier. Both are really nice, fit well and are solidly built. The tire carrier is beefy and doesn't move around at all. Don't bother with the third brake light extension on the tire carrier. Get one that mounts to the tailgate so you don't need to mess with the wires.

Sevn86

From what ive read i say go with LOD!

Serg5000

The squeaking could be your tail gate coming apart. Mine did at the factory tack welds. 35 was just to much weight for the tail gate.
I rewelded the factory welds and left my spare at home.

RevyJKU08

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I had the E1 front bumper on my list but I am very pleased and happy with my Middy LoD.

mhaines

We have the E1 rear and a Rugged Ridge front. Very happy with both

fasteddiesa

That is a sweet ride! My main issue with the LoD middy is that I want the extra lights to mount under the bull bar since I don't plan on a winch anytime soon. I don't want all that extra space. So I'm torn between the E1 and the AEV.

Lots of love here for the LoD - thanks to all.

JayKay69

Ordered ny LoD rear bumper and tire carrier with racks and jerry cans around thanksgiving and is coming the first of the year