Spare Tire Carrier

[S33k3r]

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33" spare tire fit

Has anyone tried fitting a 33" spare into stock position? I hate having to rely on AAA if ever get a flat especially if I'm out wheeling. Worst case I'll have to put it in the cabin but then I lose passenger space and cargo space plus who wants a 90lb missile inside the cabin in the event of...

www.tahoeyukonforum.com

I went looking for an external spare tire carrier. Found several GREAT options, but it turns out they all have the same flaw: They block the parking sensors. :-( Anyone use or have seen an external mount that 1) doesn't block the parking sensors, 2) doesn't take up interior/bedspace, and 3) isn't roof mounted?

 

[B-train]

Inspired by posts in this thread:

33" spare tire fit

Has anyone tried fitting a 33" spare into stock position? I hate having to rely on AAA if ever get a flat especially if I'm out wheeling. Worst case I'll have to put it in the cabin but then I lose passenger space and cargo space plus who wants a 90lb missile inside the cabin in the event of...

www.tahoeyukonforum.com

I went looking for an external spare tire carrier. Found several GREAT options, but it turns out they all have the same flaw: They block the parking sensors. :-( Anyone use or have seen an external mount that 1) doesn't block the parking sensors, 2) doesn't take up interior/bedspace, and 3) isn't roof mounted?

I've had mine on a roof rack but it is very difficult to get it down. I ended up putting it in the cargo area, passenger side, standing up with a ratchet strap, tied to tie down and seat frame. Not a lot of space lost.

I agree with @DirtDigler . I was hoping to do the same thing and ran into issues with the parking sensors. Then, you also have to make it able to swing out so the gate can open. For overlanding, I just put it in the passenger rear corner standing up and ratchet strapped to the seat pins. It does take up some space, but no different than a 1995 2 door tahoe.

I had contemplated using a swing out bike carrier, but I think it will still throw off the sensors. Let us know what you figure out if you pursue it further.

 

[rzabel]

I was thinking about one of these below. I have a 2" receiver front and back. Anyone try something like this?

https://www.amazon.com/CURT-31006-Hitch-Mounted-Spare-Mount/dp/B0009YIE1O/ref=psdc_15706921_t1_B000E1HWDS

https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Max-5001-5831-Pivoting-Receivers/dp/B0B1F3FSVV/ref=psdc_15706921_t2_B000E1HWDS

I tow a lot, so I'd probably put it on the front just when off-roading and keep it underneath when towing. I've had to dig out sand, snow, rocks and dirt too many times where that big spare gets me hung up.

Edit: Just read the Amazon reviews and the one that drops down (which you would need to open hatch in back) doesn't sound heavy duty enough. For me, I'd be more inclinced to get the CURT and mount it on the front.

 

[S33k3r]

Thanks for the suggestions. I am considering a fold down, but don't know how difficult/annoying lifting and dropping the spare will be. I'm on 33s, right now.

I want to relocate the spare so I can add an additional gas tank. That's what got me started on this rabbit hole...

 

[Mudsport96]

I want to relocate the spare so I can add an additional gas tank. That's what got me started on this rabbit hole...

Like the add-on the suburbans were able to option?

 

[S33k3r]

Like the add-on the suburbans were able to option?

Pretty much! The ECU have the programming to pull from multiple tanks. You just need to program them -- or so I have been told., But between the 2500 Suburbans and the Chassis Cab trucks with additional fuel tanks, I believe there is enough anecdotal evidence.

 

[Alex_M]

I'm going to be building a swing out carrier that mounts to the rear bumper and ties down into the frame underneath. You could certainly find a local fab shop to build you one to your liking, depending on how much you're willing to spend. Check with local hot rod and restoration shops, or small race tracks, see who they recommend for tube work such as building cages.

 

[S33k3r]

I'm going to be building a swing out carrier that mounts to the rear bumper and ties down into the frame underneath. You could certainly find a local fab shop to build you one to your liking, depending on how much you're willing to spend. Check with local hot rod and restoration shops, or small race tracks, see who they recommend for tube work such as building cages.

Yeah; from what I've seen, the hitch mount spare tire carriers cover the parking sensors. So custom may be the way I go. I don't really want to have one of the custom bumpers (picky me, <sigh>).

 

[Alex_M]

My solution is going to use the factory bumper. A tube will bolt to the frame and with a couple of bends will bolt underneath the bumper VIA plates welded on either end. Then above the bumper another plate will be bolted opposite the plate underneath. A "spindle" will be welded to that plate, and a swing out carrier will sit down over that spindle.

 

[mrpeterclark]

Here you go. 2000-2006 Thaoe/ Suburban Dual Swing Out Rear Bumper