Custom Rear Spare Wheel/Tire ??

ricku · 09-11-2002, 12:17 PM

I am currently in the process of ordering a set of 15x8 AR "Tailgunner" chrome wheels for my '98 Wrangler. I want to include the rear spare as well. This is a steel wheel that obviously is heavier than the current OEM alloy wheel mounted on the rear. The tires are 31-10:50's.
Will the tailgate and mounting bracket handle this extra weight ??
Has anybody done something similar ?? Reading some of the other threads here make me think I might have troubles back there.
I could use some advice.

Thanks,

Rick

JEEP_TJ_FREAK · 09-11-2002, 12:37 PM

Mine cracked with a very close setup to yours.

JEEPTHING · 09-11-2002, 12:50 PM

I have a 33 x 12.50 on mine. (I know, I know, it doesn't match the 35's on my jeep but.... oh well!!!) It has only been on there for about a month, I could immediately tell a difference when I open my gate. There is a slight "catch" now.
I will leave it for a little while but eventually I will have to get a swing out carrier. I would suggest the same to you.
Just my $.02

HappyJeep · 09-11-2002, 12:59 PM

You should be fine. Consider there's only 5-8 lb difference b/w aluminum wheels & steel ones; then consider how little weight difference there is b/w 30" tires (that are available stock) and 31s.

Over 31", I'd be looking to build or buy a swing-out of some sort.

vt gp dude · 09-11-2002, 03:16 PM

Just do this: http://community.webshots.com/album/47391147HaGUFH

09-11-2002, 12:17 PM	#1
ricku Registered Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: kalida, ohio Posts: 173 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Custom Rear Spare Wheel/Tire ?? I am currently in the process of ordering a set of 15x8 AR "Tailgunner" chrome wheels for my '98 Wrangler. I want to include the rear spare as well. This is a steel wheel that obviously is heavier than the current OEM alloy wheel mounted on the rear. The tires are 31-10:50's. Will the tailgate and mounting bracket handle this extra weight ?? Has anybody done something similar ?? Reading some of the other threads here make me think I might have troubles back there. I could use some advice. Thanks, Rick __________________ Rick '07 2 dr silver Wrangler "X" w/ "S" package, 6-speed, AR-619 chrome wheels.

09-11-2002, 12:37 PM	#2
JEEP_TJ_FREAK Registered Join Date: May 2001 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 4,416 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Mine cracked with a very close setup to yours. __________________ 1998 TJ for play 2000 WJ Limited 4.7 Q-drive for daily use, bone stock. < Not for long

09-11-2002, 12:50 PM	#3
JEEPTHING Registered Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: TEXAS Posts: 764 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I have a 33 x 12.50 on mine. (I know, I know, it doesn't match the 35's on my jeep but.... oh well!!!) It has only been on there for about a month, I could immediately tell a difference when I open my gate. There is a slight "catch" now. I will leave it for a little while but eventually I will have to get a swing out carrier. I would suggest the same to you. Just my $.02 __________________ Kim Texas 1998 TJ, 4.0 liter, D44/30, locked front/rear, 3.73's, 4" suspension lift, 1" body lift, RE adj control arms, 36x12.50x15 TSL's on American Eagle rims, K&N filter, JB conversions SYE, Gibson cat-back exhaust, Borla SS header, JKS discos, custom sliders & tc skid from Brutal Off Road, lots of other stuff. 1999 F250 Powerstroke ~ my daily driver

09-11-2002, 12:59 PM	#4
HappyJeep Registered Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: CMH Posts: 4,205 Thanks: 3 Thanked 5 Times in 3 Posts	You should be fine. Consider there's only 5-8 lb difference b/w aluminum wheels & steel ones; then consider how little weight difference there is b/w 30" tires (that are available stock) and 31s. Over 31", I'd be looking to build or buy a swing-out of some sort. __________________

09-11-2002, 03:16 PM	#5
vt gp dude Registered Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Mebane, NC Posts: 801 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Just do this: http://community.webshots.com/album/47391147HaGUFH __________________

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