67 Spare Tire mounting - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Matt67C10 · 09-10-2006, 04:29 PM

For as long as I've been driving my truck I've just had my spare tire laying in the bed. I'm trying to get it mounted into the cradle, but I can't seem to get it to fit. It's a 235/75 tire, I'm trying to lift the crade up to get the little loop hooked, but it seems like the tire is too fat. Do I have the tire in upside down? Is there something I'm doing wrong?

Matt67C10 · 09-10-2006, 09:37 PM

Am I a complete idiot because I can't figure out how to get the spare tire in?

**Bob B.** · 09-10-2006, 09:38 PM

How about the bolt on the other end of the cradle? Usually, there's enough thread to screw it out some. In fact, your picture shows the bolt is screwed up pretty far. Just remember to tighten both nuts on it when you are finished.

Matt67C10 · 07-18-2011, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob B.

How about the bolt on the other end of the cradle? Usually, there's enough thread to screw it out some. In fact, your picture shows the bolt is screwed up pretty far. Just remember to tighten both nuts on it when you are finished.

Old thread; I know. The other end of the cradele has a bolt head, but does not appear to be threaded. I tried turning the bolt head, it will not budge. Is there a way to loosen the opposite end so that I may fit the spare tire? It seems like the 235 is just too fat.

67chevy1series · 07-18-2011, 07:48 PM

matt if yo had a fleetside i would tell you heres your solution but you dont so try loosening the other bolt to bring the tire holder down lower and then psuh it up and make it go in the loop

oldblue1968chevy · 07-18-2011, 08:56 PM

Ricky you dont need that crummy old tire holder send it to TN

Bump for ya!

67chevy1series · 07-19-2011, 02:25 AM

haha your right i dont need it.... until i get my truck driving!

72freak · 07-19-2011, 07:51 AM

yes...the tire is too fat. If you want to use a tire and rim that is wider than the original ones you will need to make longer pivot and attaching rods. I have also found them off of square bodies that were longer. Ive done it countless times.

Matt67C10 · 07-19-2011, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

yes...the tire is too fat. If you want to use a tire and rim that is wider than the original ones you will need to make longer pivot and attaching rods. I have also found them off of square bodies that were longer. Ive done it countless times.

Thanks, that's what I was thinking since the pivot side of the cradle does not appear to be adjustable. I guess I'll look for the narrowest tire I can fit on a standard rim.

CEE1NG_RED · 10-17-2011, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

yes...the tire is too fat. If you want to use a tire and rim that is wider than the original ones you will need to make longer pivot and attaching rods. I have also found them off of square bodies that were longer. Ive done it countless times.

What's a square body?? So, if I go to the junk next time...I know what to look out for.

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Originally Posted by Matt67C10

Thanks, that's what I was thinking since the pivot side of the cradle does not appear to be adjustable. I guess I'll look for the narrowest tire I can fit on a standard rim.

Is your c10 a shortbed or long? I saw a similar spare tire holder, but didn't bother taking it out at the junkyard because of it not fitting under my shortbed. Also, my 67 does not have a leaf (I don't know if that matters).

09-10-2006, 04:29 PM	#1
Matt67C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Slatington, PA Posts: 536	67 Spare Tire mounting For as long as I've been driving my truck I've just had my spare tire laying in the bed. I'm trying to get it mounted into the cradle, but I can't seem to get it to fit. It's a 235/75 tire, I'm trying to lift the crade up to get the little loop hooked, but it seems like the tire is too fat. Do I have the tire in upside down? Is there something I'm doing wrong? Attached Images __________________ 67 C10 LWB Stepside- 250cid 6, 3speed Last edited by Matt67C10; 09-10-2006 at 04:29 PM.

09-10-2006, 09:37 PM	#2
Matt67C10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Slatington, PA Posts: 536	Re: 67 Spare Tire mounting Am I a complete idiot because I can't figure out how to get the spare tire in? __________________ 67 C10 LWB Stepside- 250cid 6, 3speed

09-10-2006, 09:38 PM	#3
Bob B. Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,348	Re: 67 Spare Tire mounting How about the bolt on the other end of the cradle? Usually, there's enough thread to screw it out some. In fact, your picture shows the bolt is screwed up pretty far. Just remember to tighten both nuts on it when you are finished. __________________ 1967 GMC CM-2500 Camper Cruiser, 351E V-6, NP 435 4 speed, Dana 60, and factory A/C. 2012 GMC K-3500 WT regular cab, 6.0L Vortec, 6L90. Last edited by Bob B.; 09-10-2006 at 09:40 PM.

07-18-2011, 07:48 PM	#5
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: 67 Spare Tire mounting matt if yo had a fleetside i would tell you heres your solution but you dont so try loosening the other bolt to bring the tire holder down lower and then psuh it up and make it go in the loop Attached Images

07-18-2011, 08:56 PM	#6
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: 67 Spare Tire mounting Ricky you dont need that crummy old tire holder send it to TN Bump for ya! __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

07-19-2011, 02:25 AM	#7
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: 67 Spare Tire mounting haha your right i dont need it.... until i get my truck driving!

07-19-2011, 07:51 AM	#8
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: 67 Spare Tire mounting yes...the tire is too fat. If you want to use a tire and rim that is wider than the original ones you will need to make longer pivot and attaching rods. I have also found them off of square bodies that were longer. Ive done it countless times. __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

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