Bolt on 80 Series Tire Carrier Compatible with Factory Bumper (3 Viewers)

[ATXnative]

Install went smooth and pretty quick, I did not have the metal extension coming out of the bumper bracket so no sawing was necessary and everything lines up perfectly. It swings very freely so definitely a strut is needed which I am going to work on for sure, just need to work out where it attaches to on the bumper then swing lengths, etc. Overall super happy that I can get my tire up out of the dirt and I can get a full size spare now.

 

[DirtyPepper]

Install went smooth and pretty quick, I did not have the metal extension coming out of the bumper bracket so no sawing was necessary and everything lines up perfectly. It swings very freely so definitely a strut is needed which I am going to work on for sure, just need to work out where it attaches to on the bumper then swing lengths, etc. Overall super happy that I can get my tire up out of the dirt and I can get a full size spare now.

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Looks great on the PS!

 

[GGM]

what about a fuel jerry can holder?

Possibly, I am also working on a mount that would put the can on the side of the tire above the latch. That way the weight is better distributed over the bumper mount.

 

[ATXnative]

Possibly, I am also working on a mount that would put the can on the side of the tire above the latch. That way the weight is better distributed over the bumper mount.

That’s a good point, all that weight out behind the tire would create a lot of leverage that wouldn’t be as good

 

[Blacatoe]

what about a fuel jerry can holder?

I was just considering this today and came across these as an interim option.
Fishbone Spare Tire Jerrycan Mount - https://www.fishboneoffroad.com/products/fishbone-spare-tire-jerrycan-mount
EZ Rack - https://rockslideengineering.com/product/ez-rack-kit/
Jeep JK Driver Side Mount with Tray | MORryde - https://www.morryde.com/products/jerry-can-side-mount-drivers-side/

 

[ATXnative]

I was just considering this today and came across these as an interim option.
Fishbone Spare Tire Jerrycan Mount - https://www.fishboneoffroad.com/products/fishbone-spare-tire-jerrycan-mount
EZ Rack - https://rockslideengineering.com/product/ez-rack-kit/
Jeep JK Driver Side Mount with Tray | MORryde - https://www.morryde.com/products/jerry-can-side-mount-drivers-side/

First one won’t fit the bolt pattern though, third one is for jeeps. But the first concept fits with the accessory mount idea GGM is working with, but I’d be worried about all that weight at that leverage. I would think it’s much better side by side with the tire

 

[GGM]

The rough idea I have that would probably hold a Jerry can or rotopax on the side of the tire would look something like this:

 

[Blacatoe]

@Jacob Marx was the one that put it together. Hopefully he can chime in.

I think he mentioned it on another thread but it looks like alot of post about GGM tire carriers got deleted? Idk anyways hopefully he can share what he did.

I’m really hoping he’ll chime in soon! Been over a month and he’s radio silent. I tried to install one on my own using the existing holes on the bumper as a ball stud mounting point and another mounted to the bumper where he did, but I can’t get the placement right to prevent the binding when closing.

What’s everyone else doing to keep the gate safety open and remaining in an open position on an incline?

 

[GGM]

I found one more picture from him that might give some hints. I'll send him an email and see if he'll chime in.

 

[Blacatoe]

I found one more picture from him that might give some hints. I'll send him an email and see if he'll chime in.

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Yea that’s the mounting location I’m using on the carrier, just really need to know what specific strut he used (maker, serial #).

 

[ATXnative]

I’m really hoping he’ll chime in soon! Been over a month and he’s radio silent. I tried to install one on my own using the existing holes on the bumper as a ball stud mounting point and another mounted to the bumper where he did, but I can’t get the placement right to prevent the binding when closing.

What’s everyone else doing to keep the gate safety open and remaining in an open position on an incline?

Sorry if this is obvious from your comment, but did you try mounting it in to the hole in the GGM bumper extension mount closest to the pivot/swing point? that should fix any binding, then just have to find a strut with the right extended and compressed lengths. I will be back to the cruiser this weekend and plan on measuring it out.

 

[Blacatoe]

For everyone that has installed their tire carrier, lets see some pictures!

So after installing your awesome bolt-on tire carrier to my 96 LX450 I just know it was missing a drop-down shelf similar to those avail for Wrangers. I copied the same button latch tech that GGM used in his mock up. It’s lite, quick to deploy, and just another flat surface to use while camping!

 

[GGM]

So after installing your awesome bolt-on tire carrier to my 96 LX450 I just know it was missing a drop-down shelf similar to those avail for Wrangers. I copied the same button latch tech that GGM used in his mock up. It’s lite, quick to deploy, and just another flat surface to use while camping!

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Nice!!

 

[I8packers]

I'm interested in you spare tire carrier how much are you charging?

 

[GGM]

There are 2 options, a welded assembly or a diy weld it yourself

The already welded one can be seen HERE

The DIY weld it yourself version can be seen HERE

 

[GGM]

By the way, I think I'm going to skip powder coating the license plate mounts to keep cost down. I've updated that on the website. I'll add the tag light soon. They are really nice and the disconnect is quality

 

[GGM]

Hey everyone just wanted to let you know that I started a new thread for the rotopax/accessory mount to keep things clear. Here's the thread if you want to follow that. THREAD

As always I'm open for questions, suggestions, request or telling me I suck.

If you are interested in the Mount here's the link to my website. SUPER COOL MOUNT

I'm also open for other product request, I have a couple neat ideas on the idea board but lets hear what you need for the 80 series and beyond!

Thanks for keeping the dream alive I wouldn't of had a chance without the support from this group!!

 

[DirtyPepper]

Hey everyone just wanted to let you know that I started a new thread for the rotopax/accessory mount to keep things clear. Here's the thread if you want to follow that. THREAD

As always I'm open for questions, suggestions, request or telling me I suck.

If you are interested in the Mount here's the link to my website. SUPER COOL MOUNT

I'm also open for other product request, I have a couple neat ideas on the idea board but lets hear what you need for the 80 series and beyond!

Thanks for keeping the dream alive I wouldn't of had a chance without the support from this group!!

Awesome!

Question: Any possibility of a "normal" Jerry Can mount? I have old metal cans that I'd like to incorporate instead of buying new Rotoplex (despite the weight difference). Anything in the pipe for a carrier that can mount and carry two standard metal Jerry Cans?


Thanks!

 

[GGM]

Awesome!

Question: Any possibility of a "normal" Jerry Can mount? I have old metal cans that I'd like to incorporate instead of buying new Rotoplex (despite the weight difference). Anything in the pipe for a carrier that can mount and carry two standard metal Jerry Cans?


Thanks!

The short answer is maybe. I may make one more bracket like I showed above to put a rotopax or Jerry can next to the tire. I may make something to attach the Jerry can to the accessory mount. But that is starting to push the limit on weight hanging off there. I see why other mfgs incorporate another swing out for Jerry cans but I don't see myself doing that.

 

[DirtyPepper]

The short answer is maybe. I may make one more bracket like I showed above to put a rotopax or Jerry can next to the tire. I may make something to attach the Jerry can to the accessory mount. But that is starting to push the limit on weight hanging off there. I see why other mfgs incorporate another swing out for Jerry cans but I don't see myself doing that.

Sounds good...thanks for getting back to me about it