Larger spare tire solution for QM?

[TheKingSlacker]

Hello all,

We just picked up a set of larger tires (285/75 R17) for my wife’s Quartermaster. Has anyone come up with an elegant way to mount the spare besides just strapping it down in the bed? Her QM doesn’t have the load bars, so I’m curious what solutions others have used.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

(Pre-tire photo — the new set goes on next week.)

 

[Major_B]

I believe there is a kit to relocate the spare at the back of the bed, against the wall of the cabin, but not sure it fits the extra size.

 

[ADVAW8S]

That's a 34 size correct? That is largest that will fit in the current location. Try it before buying anything. I run a 33 and it fits with some room to spare.

 

[rob88]

Hello all,

We just picked up a set of larger tires (285/75 R17) for my wife’s Quartermaster. Has anyone come up with an elegant way to mount the spare besides just strapping it down in the bed? Her QM doesn’t have the load bars, so I’m curious what solutions others have used.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions!

(Pre-tire photo — the new set goes on next week.)
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A popular solution is an in-bed spare tire mount from a company like J&L or BuiltRight. They bolt directly into the bed, keeping the tire secure and out of the way. Another option is an under-bed hitch mount from Rigd, which tucks it neatly underneath if it fits. Just strapping it down works, but these keep your bed space more usable.