So, I blew my load on the lift and tires...I'd like to hear some "damage free" short term mounting option some of you may have tried, or know about.
Thanks!

 

Really? Word! I had read something about them causing damage to the gate!?

 

Oh...keep in mind I have +18 (5.6") backspaces wheels...they were on my last Jeep when I bought it. I couldnt see letting the wheels go to waste!
I'll be running spidertrax until I can swing new proper offset wheels.

 

Alright, well I'll just give it a go unless someone else chimes in with bad news or other ideas.
Thanks!

 

It is very common for tailgate damage to occur with a heavier tire. It is also common for the tailgate to be damaged with the stock tire depending on what you do such as off roading. I would at least get mbrp reinforcing brackets to replace the spot welds by the hinges. And make sure the tire sits snug against the tire bumps. It will be ok TEMPORARILY. Or save yourself the money you will spend on damage repairs and get the e-auto grilles bumper and tire carrier. Search for the "I did the unthinkable thread"

 

mine is bent with rubi wheels and tires...
when I go 35's I am throwing the spare in the back just for wheelin! I may try and make a spare tire holder that clamps into where the back seat is....

 

I have these http://www.quadratec.com/products/22202_1001.htm and this http://www.quadratec.com/products/22202_2001_07.htm. I'm running a 35x12.5 Goodyear MTR on my stock gate. No issues so far. The future there will be an actual tire carrier, but for now, this is what i got and it works.