Is this normal for tire carriers?
06-23-2011, 09:25 AM
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Droop can be normal and vary from Jeep to Jeep due to frame variances. Usually shims are used if necessary while setting up the carrier. Mine mounted to the frame (AEV) and luckily didn't need shims, but shims were included just in case.
Good luck!!
Good luck!!
06-23-2011, 12:33 PM
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06-23-2011, 08:16 PM
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My smittybilt does that with a 37 on it. Its been that way for a year, besides just having to lift up a bit to close the swing out portion, there hasn't been any other problems, doesn't even rattle.
The post on the swing out is carrying all the load in the open position, its going to drop down a bit.
The post on the swing out is carrying all the load in the open position, its going to drop down a bit.
07-05-2011, 05:32 PM
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I just installed mine this weekend and ran into the same problem. My 37 didnt make it sag at all. I love the looks and finish but I think they need to spend a little more time on quality control. I dont think their tire carriers are being built sqaure. I guess we'll see what Body Armor has to say.
07-05-2011, 08:59 PM
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07-05-2011, 11:15 PM
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I've been thinking about this setup but I keep reading the exact same thing from about 80% of the people who own these - sag after you install spare.
I read where one guy torqued everything down after the tire was installed and it cured his sag. Wouldn't hurt to give it shot?
I read where one guy torqued everything down after the tire was installed and it cured his sag. Wouldn't hurt to give it shot?
07-06-2011, 07:09 AM
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Originally Posted by sea bass
I've been thinking about this setup but I keep reading the exact same thing from about 80% of the people who own these - sag after you install spare.
I read where one guy torqued everything down after the tire was installed and it cured his sag. Wouldn't hurt to give it shot?
I read where one guy torqued everything down after the tire was installed and it cured his sag. Wouldn't hurt to give it shot?
07-06-2011, 07:33 AM
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Unfortunately I dont remember the size socket used.
FWIW, Iv got the same tire carrier and after installing it, no problem.
After a few times of opening, it droops a little. I figure Ill deal with it.
07-06-2011, 11:30 AM
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I have had mine for 3years now. Stock tire but I always have both gas cans full and hi lift mounted. No problems ever. I think you got a bad one . I'd have them send you a new one.