Tire Carrier Options
JK Newbie
Joined: May 2008
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From: Oklahoma City, OK
How did you get that centered?
I designed and fab'd a new spindle mount that works with the AEV carrier. It allows a 35-37 inch tire to be centered on the rear of the tailgate. It also lowers the tire a few inches for better visibility. The new mounting spindle works well with the AEV CHMSL and does not interfere with any of the functions of the tire carrier.
I have had the new spindle mount on my Jeep for approximately a year to test for quality and durability prior to being released for sale.
I designed and fab'd a new spindle mount that works with the AEV carrier. It allows a 35-37 inch tire to be centered on the rear of the tailgate. It also lowers the tire a few inches for better visibility. The new mounting spindle works well with the AEV CHMSL and does not interfere with any of the functions of the tire carrier.
I have had the new spindle mount on my Jeep for approximately a year to test for quality and durability prior to being released for sale.
JK Super Freak
Joined: May 2009
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From: Simi Valley, Ca., Taylorsville, Ut. and places in between
JK Newbie
Joined: Feb 2009
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From: Las Vegas
Originally Posted by XFactor
I have a Smittybilt adjustable tire carrier that bolts right on in place of the stock one. It holds up to a 37" right up against the tailgate like the factory setup (except stronger) so there is NO bounce. As a bonus, it also relocates the 3rd taillight to fit over whatever size tire you're running.
I also picked up the MBRP reinforcing kit that replaces the tiny factory breakaway nuts holding the factory mount on. This kit spreads out the weight on the inside of the tailgate so the tailgate won't warp.
I could try and get some pics later if you're interested. Whole setup ran less than $150.
I also picked up the MBRP reinforcing kit that replaces the tiny factory breakaway nuts holding the factory mount on. This kit spreads out the weight on the inside of the tailgate so the tailgate won't warp.
I could try and get some pics later if you're interested. Whole setup ran less than $150.
Thanks very much,
Howard
JK Newbie
Joined: Jul 2009
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From: Denver, CO
I am running this same setup with a 35" spare and have had no issues. It was going to be a temporary solution until I can afford the or-fab, but it has been fine. Hopefully, ARB will come out with theirs before I start having tail gate problems. I am running ARB bumpers.