Scott08X

I have the Smittybilt XRC and have been happy with it. Doesn't rattle and was an easy install

MOKOS

rancho makes one for $300. not much "bumper" to it. it's barebones- a tire carrier mounted between the rear frame rails. I kinda like it.

Owl

X2 on Body Armor. The quality is good, the instructions suck (but if I could figure it out anyone can), and the price is right.

Olean NY Jeeper

I just ordered the body armor that was pictured earlier in this thread. Hope I like it. The newest version comes with high lift mount and jerry can holders which I am going to try to mount ammo cans for recovery gear. 4wd is having a sale on them this weekend. Got bumper and carrier for 715 including shipping. I will post pics and review once it comes in and I get installed

Myrt

650 is bumper only, $1095 for bumper and tire carrier

Lilahs Jeep

Helpful thread - seems a quiet tire carrier is one of the harder things to get right. I'll be upgrading to 37s soon and am thinking of going with the AEV tire carrier because I like the idea of what they describe as "Tailgate-synchronized swing-out tire carrier." I'd like to do the bumper and carrier but am going to be stretched thin due to the suspension build out.

borrongo

I like it; this is what I've ordered!

RedJK2

Very useful thread!

ChryslerChris

I run a Body Armor outfit. The price is definitely right (I'm on a tight budget too) and it's fairly easy to put together. But the instructions suck and the tire carrier droops slightly after your spare goes on. You have to lift it with some strength to get it up onto the bumper before securing it. Overall, I like it. But I might upgrade to a more expensive set later. Good luck with your search and post pics!

ChryslerChris

Do you have a drooping carrier when your spare is on? Mine's about 1/2 inch lower than the bumper lip. I have to heave it up that little bit before I can shut the latch.