I'm torn on whether or not to buy a full size spare tire. I run 33's and currently have a stock tire that does me no good. Having a good carrier is very expensive but I like the look. I was curious if you guys could show me some with no spare and maybe help me decide. Thanks!
Tried to help with a pic of mine but it keeps crashing. I used to like the look of no spare but after a month or so i have come to like the spare tire look more. As long as it is a full size. The stock tire looks strange when you are running 33"+
Personally, I love the look. But I know I need to get a carrier soon. I'm always a little nervous running trails without my spare with me. My options right now are bring a spare, or bring more than 1 passenger lol
If you run a locker (automatic type) you will need to run the same size as it's other side otherwise you could ruin the locker. If not, does not matter. Mine stays on the trailer.
I like the look, but what I like even more is with a old cj flip down tailgate. I prefer the weight on the back though from the tire and having a spare for obvious reasons.
Best bet, IMO, is full size. Can you stand it up behind the rear seat? I never checked. I keep mine strapped to my tonneau, but I also don't/can't run a back seat.
Best bet, IMO, is full size. Can you stand it up behind the rear seat? I never checked. I keep mine strapped to my tonneau, but I also don't/can't run a back seat.
Only thing I have done here is remove the spare and bracket and put the bolts back in the holes with some nylon washer.. I plan to mount the license plate in the center to cover up the vent in the gate..
is the vent what you were asking about?
It's there on mine yours my not have one depends on the year..
wish mine didn't have it
Only thing I have done here is remove the spare and bracket and put the bolts back in the holes with some nylon washer.. I plan to mount the license plate in the center to cover up the vent in the gate.. is the vent what you were asking about? It's there on mine yours my not have one depends on the year.. wish mine didn't have it
My plan is to get a piece of diamond plate. big enough to drill and bolt it where those bolts are above and below the vent. then mount my tag and a small light to that
Mine is a little bashed in from sliding down an icy hill and tapping a tree. Son I just took the tire carrier off so I could shut the door. I kinda like the way it looks. Tire is in back with the rear seat folded down.
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