I want to have a carrier fabricated for my spare tire on the right, and a box + jerry can on the left. I can't weld myself but I can make a drawing for the guy who is going to weld it, and buy the right hinges and stuff. It should be mounted on the hitch plate which is allowed to tow 2000kg, so should be okay.
It will only hold a 29" mud tire, so the weight is not that high.
My questions:
1: Is it true that they always rest on the hinge?
I see some pictures, and it looks like they always take the full load on the hinge, so also during driving. I would think it would be better to have it rest on the steel supporting beam under it when driving, but I haven't seen to much examples of it. Would be nice to have some inspiration.
2: Is it true to that most hinge systems available (weld on things, aimed at this use) are way overrated for my 29" wheel? I see some really nice hinges, but they can cost over $100 and have a weight rating of 500lbs / 250kg, way too much.
I have to weigh my wheel to be honest, but I guess you need some more weight rating for the steel, and the fact that you apply it at a distance of the hinge, which makes the force greater.
I probably have more questions later
It will only hold a 29" mud tire, so the weight is not that high.
My questions:
1: Is it true that they always rest on the hinge?
I see some pictures, and it looks like they always take the full load on the hinge, so also during driving. I would think it would be better to have it rest on the steel supporting beam under it when driving, but I haven't seen to much examples of it. Would be nice to have some inspiration.
2: Is it true to that most hinge systems available (weld on things, aimed at this use) are way overrated for my 29" wheel? I see some really nice hinges, but they can cost over $100 and have a weight rating of 500lbs / 250kg, way too much.
I have to weigh my wheel to be honest, but I guess you need some more weight rating for the steel, and the fact that you apply it at a distance of the hinge, which makes the force greater.
I probably have more questions later