Teraflex Tire Carrier?
11-17-2013, 08:13 PM
#551
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I'm about the pull the trigger on buying this and have a question: I'm going to be using my stock rubicon 17" rims, with 35" tires (probably 315/70R17) - do I need the adjustable tire carrier part also?
Thanks,
Mike
Thanks,
Mike
11-17-2013, 08:31 PM
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No, in fact your stock wheel won't fit on the adjustable tire mount part unless you bought a spacer. I think you'll be fine as far as backspacing goes but u will have bumper clearance issues if you're running a 35 on it
11-18-2013, 03:12 AM
#554
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I am running stock rim with 33's (14 rubicon) and I had to trim the one bumper that you use (driver side) and it is pretty close to the 3rd brake light bracket ie right up against it. I can post photos later today.
11-18-2013, 03:22 AM
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You'll be fine with the stock carrier and the TF hinge I think
11-18-2013, 03:36 AM
#556
JK Junkie
Here is mine with TeraFlex HD Hinged Carrier, TeraFlex Adjustable Spare Tire Mounting Kit, TeraFlex JK HD Hinged Carrier Accessory Mount and the Poison Spyder Rock Brawler ll Rear Bumper
11-18-2013, 04:40 AM
#558
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Sorry, not drinking this KoolAid. Might be good for mallcrawling with a big wheel/tire combo but over time it will not hold up like a bumper mounted tire carrier will. $700 for what is basically a hinge plate. Or, $865 for an entire bumper and tire carrier that works with the tailgate? Hmmmm
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11-18-2013, 04:44 AM
#559
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I know lol that is what I have. I had to cut the stock spare tire bumper in half and it presses up pretty firmly on the brake light bracket.
11-18-2013, 05:44 AM
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Sorry, not drinking this KoolAid. Might be good for mallcrawling with a big wheel/tire combo but over time it will not hold up like a bumper mounted tire carrier will. $700 for what is basically a hinge plate. Or, $865 for an entire bumper and tire carrier that works with the tailgate? Hmmmm <img src="https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=511867"/>