Age old question...rear swing out tire carriers

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FWIW....you can fit a 35" tire in the stock location. It does hang down a bunch, but I didn't find it a serious issue. Maybe start there, and that buys you some time to evaluate your needs and options.
 
I really like the 4plus swing out

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I carried my spare in the cargo area floor for two years, finally put three rings ( fender, just under passenger rear window and floor) and used a ratchet strap to hold it. I put a six inch piece of 1/2"X1" steel channel for support inside of the side wall. That freed up the space.
 
My 4plus has the tire on the other side..... I hope to get an original ladder to go on the left hand side. The P.O. had changed over to a vertical bike rack, which doesn't work for me.

I do like having the spare on the rear though, as it allowed for a 38 gallon main gas tank. Stock FJ62 is thirsty, but mine was swapped for a 6.2 liter LS3 which makes driving and passing much easier.
 
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