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12-07-2013, 05:04 PM
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custom? spare mount
saw this on Orlando CL.... pretty weird
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12-07-2013, 05:38 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
That is a weird setup for sure! I've never seen the spare like that before either.
 
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12-07-2013, 06:32 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
not pretty but, sure beats crawling under truck to remove spare. plus, with many trailer hitch receivers that bolt to frame they do not leave room for carrying a spare in original location.
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12-07-2013, 07:15 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
I only am aware of one receiver hitches that will prevent a spare tire from mounting behind the rearend. And it is a special one the mimics some aspects of a fifth wheel pivot. And I've only seen one of them. All others should leave ample room for the spare.
And I highly suggest to go to the cable type spare tire lifts. Get rid of that cradle that will ultimately get hung on a curb, a log or even thin air. A little bit of ingenuity to make the cable lift work flawlessly for many years to come. And you only have to get on the ground to get the center piece out of the wheel once it's on the ground. Quote:
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12-07-2013, 08:29 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
I've seen a couple of trucks and one van done like that, most of them were done on both sides
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12-07-2013, 09:16 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
Anyone notice the bed is full of used tires? Ironic?
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12-08-2013, 12:06 AM
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12-08-2013, 12:09 AM
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Re: custom? spare mount
a truck with the dual side spares could make for a really short bed truck. move axle, etc forward and make into a wheel stander drag truck.
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12-08-2013, 12:54 AM
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Re: custom? spare mount
Didn't I see that truck in "Hatari"?..
Good for Rhino attacks. J.
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12-08-2013, 09:10 AM
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Re: custom? spare mount
[QUOTE=tlcrz1972;6406773]I only am aware of one receiver hitches that will prevent a spare tire from mounting behind the rearend. And it is a special one the mimics some aspects of a fifth wheel pivot. And I've only seen one of them. All others should leave ample room for the spare.
That was the Pull-Rite. I saw a few of them, but it's been a long time. Not sure if they make them any more.
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12-08-2013, 12:26 PM
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Pull-Rite is correct, novel idea I almost bought to put behind my suburban, but the fuel tank was the first big issue.
They still show them on their web site. [quote=Katrina/10;6407477] Quote:
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12-08-2013, 12:26 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
I'll be under the truck today, I'll get some pictures.
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12-08-2013, 12:35 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
I saw a Furd with one mounted there once.It had a bedside door and looked factory.I think it was a camper model and put there for the old style cab over that hung past the bed.
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12-08-2013, 12:46 PM
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12-08-2013, 02:03 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
Here are a few pictures.
If several of you are interested I can make some to sell. I'll have to figure out matl, hardware and time cost. And If you want the lift included I'll have to see what is available, new and used. I designed this set up to work with the crank shaft for the lift is accessible through the passenger side wheel opening. I didn't see a great way to locate it at the rear near the license plate.
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12-08-2013, 04:53 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
Although I've only had 2 flat tires my entire time driving (both on Honda Accords) I will not be without a spare and I prefer one easy to get to.
I like this mod! |
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12-08-2013, 07:14 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
Unfortunately I have, though it was no big deal to drop the spare and get her back on all four.
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12-08-2013, 09:01 PM
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Re: custom? spare mount
[quote=tlcrz1972;6407675]Pull-Rite is correct, novel idea I almost bought to put behind my suburban, but the fuel tank was the first big issue.
They still show them on their web site. Really? I did not check to see if they were still in business. The ones I saw had the underbed spares removed, and some even had the tailpipes relocated to allow the hitch to swing. And you could not back up without putting a pin in it!
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It's a great idea! Did you make any up for sale? I would be interested in one including the lift. Do you think cranking though a Stepside wheel opening work?
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