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Anyone have Smittybilt XRC Rear Bumper & Tire Carrier?

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Old 03-27-2011, 10:29 AM
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I am trying to decide on a good rear bumper and tire carrier. My Jeep is my everyday vehicle and need access to rear everyday also. So I need a system that is easy and durable. I like this one cause the release lever looks easy and convenient.... am I correct?

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Originally Posted by henney13
I am trying to decide on a good rear bumper and tire carrier. My Jeep is my everyday vehicle and need access to rear everyday also. So I need a system that is easy and durable. I like this one cause the release lever looks easy and convenient.... am I correct?

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Any other suggestions or recommendations?

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Yes its easy, about 100 members on here have that bumper/carrier combo
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In my opinion, spend a little bit more money and get a better tire carrier. I have the same bumper and it rattles like crazy. To "Fix" it you have to tighten the tire carrier down to where the amount of force to open it is crazy. The spindle is not bearing based, but a clamp style. Very poor design along with the handle. Many have had zero problems, but I wish I would have spent just a little bit more and gotten a better carrier.
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I have no complaints with mine. Holds my heavy ass 37x13.50 Toyo M/T with no problems.


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no issues with mine, if you have rattle issues add 2 washers to the lever and it will go away.
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Originally Posted by Abacabb
I have no complaints with mine. Holds my heavy ass 37x13.50 Toyo M/T with no problems.



Great... thanks for the info! I will be running a 35" so should be perfect if you got a 37" on that thing!!
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Had mine for over a year. They sent me a bracket(design change) for free that keeps the carrier from any rattles. It's great and holds RockHard fuel carriers as well.
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I have had mine on for close to a year now . it takes a little work to get it perfect i have a 35 mounted on mine no rattles . if you need any tips once you put it on PM me and ill walk you through it
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I like mine with 35's on it! Looks good with flat fenders to since it don't wrap around close to the tires like some others do.
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Originally Posted by HV
I have had mine on for close to a year now . it takes a little work to get it perfect i have a 35 mounted on mine no rattles . if you need any tips once you put it on PM me and ill walk you through it

Thanks... saving the pennies now. Will let you know when the weekend project begins!


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