Largest size tire on stock carrier?

Cards81fan · **Posted:** Fri Mar 03, 2006 1:09 am

So how big can I go and keep the stock spare tire mount? I have the daystar lift (Thanks All-j!) and it's goin' on this weekend. I just am wondering if I would have a problem with 265/75s or 235/85s on the stock rear gate mount?

Thanks!

nickmv · **Posted:** Fri Mar 03, 2006 2:01 am

sorry i can't answer your question, BUT....this is an interesting question. I think the real issue is whether the glass will be able to clear the tire, and whether it'll contact the bumper. You might be able to get a wheel extender possibly, or maybe find some longer lugs and put a spacer in to mount the tire further from the tailgate. Again, I have no clue, but I just find this to be a very interesting topic.

m0th · **Posted:** Fri Mar 03, 2006 2:20 am

245/75s clear easily. I seem to remember a post about fitting the mount upside down allowed for a slightly bigger tire as it angles it away from the glass.

Cards81fan · **Posted:** Fri Mar 03, 2006 2:26 am

I am not too worried if the glass doesn't clear (swinging the gate open cures that), I was concerned more about the tire clearing the cut out in the rear bumper.

FWIW stock Mechanika wheels, so no add'l backspacing from a Moab wheel or similar.

Se7enLC · **Posted:** Fri Mar 03, 2006 12:09 pm

This should fix that problem:

http://www.rocky-road.com/kjtirespace.html

Now all you need to worry about is how much weight you want on that swing gate.

vxla · **Posted:** Fri Mar 03, 2006 2:46 pm

the tire extender seems to do bad things to the rear gate; it adds more outward stress on the sheet metal. i wouldn't recommend it. a 245x75 will fit on the rear door without problems.

ManicMechanicJoe · **Posted:** Fri Mar 03, 2006 4:28 pm

i have a 255/70 which is only 10 milimeters more narrow then a 265, it is awefully clost width wise but height is fine...

1calkid · **Posted:** Fri Mar 03, 2006 4:28 pm

I have 235/85/16's and have had them for over 2 years with no problems to the rear door. The window won't open but, I placed a few washers behind the stock mount to push it out and haven't had any issues with it at all and the window opens just fine.
Hope that helps.

FL RENNY · **Joined:** Mon Nov 07, 2005 4:30 pm **Posts:** 458

I'd go with the RRO spacer. If you look at my cardomain link you can see if you like it. I love it b/c i can still pop the back window. The spacer lifts up, and pushes out the tire. I have had it for 5, 000 miles with no problems to the rear gate.

vxla · **Posted:** Fri Mar 03, 2006 6:30 pm

if anyone wants an RRO, ill sell mine. it's worthless.

Skyjump136 · **Joined:** Tue Jul 05, 2005 6:50 pm **Posts:** 1633

Just go to Home depot and buy some washers. :idea:

oldhockeyvb · **Posted:** Sat Mar 04, 2006 6:04 pm

My 245/75/16 Revo's clear everything. 265/75/16 likely would not.

chefdab · **Posted:** Sat Mar 04, 2006 8:28 pm

That's why I can't wait for the RockLizard rear bumper with carrier.

Cards81fan · **Posted:** Sat Mar 04, 2006 8:46 pm

Thanks guys...

I got the rear of the daystar on today myself...

My hired help (BBQ and beer

) comes tomorrow to help with the front

Then off to Sears for the Generals in 235/85s. If the glass touches the tire, that's the least of my worries. I just wanted to make sure it cleared the bumper and swing gate itself

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