Spare tire holder

[DKW]

Anyone tried the below as a less expensive option over the Wilco.

Kuat Pivot Swing Away Extension Black, 2in Amazon product

The previous owner put a twin exhaust and Reese tow package on my 80, so no room underneath and tow package may have to be removed if I went for full rear bumper set.

 

[LarryCruiser80]

been contemplating this myself for awhile. the wilco costs so much, it's hard to justify over a full armored bumper. I thought I saw someone on here mention that the Kuat isn't strong enough for offroad use, but hope to hear otherwise. subscribed to thread.

 

[leonard_nemoy]

I think most aftermarket bumpers with a swing out also come with an integrated receiver hitch
for towing, so you probably wouldn't need your tow package if you got a whole new bumper. I have towed my friends boat and a 2000 lb trailer a few times with my 4x4 labs rear bumper and it has worked great.

 

[DKW]

Yes. Would love the 4x4 labs option but with shipping over $1300 more. I need a front bumper too, so need to watch the pennies

 

[DKW]

Tire Carrier Solutions & Truck Accessories

Tire carrier solutions for virtually any RV, Overland or Off Road vehicle custom built & truck accessories.

detoursofmaine.com

Another option. Anyone tried this?

 

[Heckraiser]

80 Series Factory Bumper Swing Out DIY Kits

Have you wanted a better way to store a tire on your rig without sacrificing precious interior cargo space or rear departure clearance? Unwilling to spend $1000+ for a heavy swing out bumper just to carry a larger spare tire? Introducing the Summit Cruisers factory bumper swing out kit. This...

forum.ih8mud.com

 

[cbpeck]

Looks like the Kuat is made to carry a couple of bikes or skis or something. Your spare and a mounting bracket is going to be heavier than a pair of bikes. How much heavier, and if it'll matter, I don't know. My suspicion is that the Kuat isn't up to the task of carrying a spare Cruiser tire, but if you try it out let us know.

 

[DKW]

Still researching, found another

https://rakattach.com/

I saw the summit cruiser kit, but looks like it is tough to buy one!

 

[Cruzerman]

Not sure of your goal? Are you moving it from underneath due to ground clearance while wheeling? What size tire are you dealing with here?

 

[DKW]

Spare with truck was too small and cracked. New one is 31.5" diameter and doesnt fit underneath as there is a custom exhaust there ( i may change exhaust, another post on this). Dont want it in the cabin, so need to find another way. Trying not to get a whole rear bumper just for spare. No roofrack

 

[Cruzerman]

Fix the exhaust and keep it where it was designed to go. It will be a better and cheaper solution.