I am in market to install new rear bumper and tire carrier. Have 35" tires.
Interested in a bumper that will allow for retention of tow hitch, and carrier that of course is well made and not rattle and at same time not carry tire too high as knocks out rear visibility. I looked at the Hanson rear tire carrier as option and from what understand really does knock out a good bit of rear visibility. Narrowed down to 3 and would appreciate opinions:

Pure Jeep - from what understand good reports, can not tell from description/picture how tire rides and what does to rear visibility vs. stock with the 35".

Schrockworks- again have read good things about and appreciate others views and rear window visbility.

Mopar- have read mixed reviews on and again appreciate views.

Thanks

 

I had the Mopar unit and thought the pin that holds the carrier to the bumper was cheap, as well as the latching system. I finally got tired of fighting it and cut off both ends and made me a custom bumper. Shrockworks makes a really great product, and you will never have to replace it, but you have to be willing to invest about 1300 bucks and wait 3 months for the thing to get built. I have looked at the PureJeep for my own JK, and believe it is the best product for the price, and the availability is reasonable.
Let us know what you decide and how happy you are with your decision.

 

Expedition One

 

I'm saving for the Rugged Ridge XHD and then get the optional tire carrier when I do the lift/tire upgrade. It has a cutout for the factory tow hitch and wraps under the rear fenders. Seems like the most bang for the buck to me.

 

I have the Shrockworks on order. From what I understand, the tire height is adjustable, so you can decide whether you want to give up visibility for departure angle, or vice versa.

Warn also makes a rear bumper compatible with the stock hitch.

 

Check this thread ...... many choices, many pics.

https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/modified-jk-tech-2/who-makes-nicest-rear-bumper-w-carrier-60004/

 

I waited 5½ months for my mid-width rear Shrockworks bumper with tire carrier, cargo rack and Jerry gas can holders. Notwithstanding the long wait the finished product is extremely well make and very well thought out, it does not rattle! Fit and finish is flawless.

The rear tire mount is adjustable and even with the spare tire, Hi Lift jack, two antennas, cargo carrier and Jerry gas cans I still have decent visibility through the rear curtain.

 

Not to bust on you Jerrygee ..... but "decent visibility"?? imho Looks like your looking through a straw, ok maybe a paper towel roll (just kidding)

 

If your going to strap a 35 inch tire to the back you are going to lose visability. CHeck out the LOD rear, great bumper.

 

that shrokworks contraption is horrible looking... must weigh a fricken ton!