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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 07:42 AM
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Thinking about getting the OrFab tire carrier that also has a place for Jerrycans. But I'm worried how far it hangs off the back. Is anyone have one on theirJeep? Maybe a few pictures too, Thanks
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 08:12 AM
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I have the Rotopax version and I'm sure the jerrycan version sticks out a little more. From the tail gate to the T handle is about 21" with the stock wheel. From the tail gate to the outer edge of the stock tire is about 18".
I don't have many pics, but here is one without the Rotopax cans.

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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 08:14 AM
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I have the Jerry can version retrofitted for rotopax.


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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by BigRedJK
I have the Jerry can version retrofitted for rotopax.

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Do you have any issues with a trailer?
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 12:45 PM
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Thanks for the pictures.
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 01:30 PM
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Nope, zero issues pulling a trailer. However, when I mount a hitch carrier I need to use an extension because the spare tire gets in the way.
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 01:33 PM
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Cool. That's what I'm afraid of.
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by SinsterJK
Cool. That's what I'm afraid of.
Of what? The extension is only used so I have enough room to load a lot of gear w/o the spare interfering
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 05:18 PM
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Just that I've heard using the extensions aren't a good idea. I pull a trailer almost everyday for work. Not a heavy one but it might be for an extension. I'm getting the tire carrier regardless. Thanks for the pictures.
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Old Nov 11, 2012 | 05:36 PM
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Originally Posted by SinsterJK
Just that I've heard using the extensions aren't a good idea. I pull a trailer almost everyday for work. Not a heavy one but it might be for an extension. I'm getting the tire carrier regardless. Thanks for the pictures.
No problem! Like I said, for a trailer you won't need an extension.
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