Spare fuel jug on Factory RH tire carrier ('71)???

[Ron Rico]

So my rig has a lift and 35" tires... no provision for spare tire carrier as that's the way I found it.

Obviously there is NO WAY the factory tire carrier will hold a 35" spare without tearing the quarter panel up. Therefore I was considering hanging a spare fuel jug on the factory tire carrier. this seems like a no brainer but haven't seen anyone do it or pictures???

Is anyone doing this already or have some pictures? I like the idea as it makes the truck a bit more complete with factory parts. I have hunted and found all the hinges and carrier. the jug and bracket is easy aftermarket stuff.

I have a left side license plate and figure I can get a simple trailer hitch spare tire carrier if I really need a carrier, but prolly just not run a spare since I just drive around town and Hagerty classic car insurance includes local towing. I have factory bumper and light set up for "72 and earlier so no real interest in aftermarket weld on carrier gate for now.

Pictures PLEASE!!!
Thanks guys.

 

[pb4ugo]

Using a stk tire carrier for carrying jerry cans is done quite often. Here's one link I found.

FJ40 1977 Jerry Can Carrier

Thought I'd pass along my most recent modification to the forum. It turned out great and can be easily replicated if others want to do the same thing. Or better yet, share what you've done and show us all a better way. I basically took a 1970s early style spare tire carrier and stripped it...

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