Alberta Land Rover Enthusiasts Club Forum
Classifieds => Wanted => Topic started by: Matt H on May 12, 2017, 10:11 PM
Looking for a 'swing away' style spare wheel carrier for the back of my Defender.
Cheers
Matt.
Bert built one for me (he didn't like me having the spare on the bonnet)....we spent a Saturday at the shop building this rear cross member mounted beast! Solid as a rock and very easy to build. We used a 1300lb trailer spindle from Princess. Simple, strong and adabtable for tire size.
http://alre.club/Forum/index.php?topic=90.0 (http://alre.club/Forum/index.php?topic=90.0)
That's a good idea Bill. I'd need to build a "swing away" bracket off the back door though as I would like to have single operation opening of the rear door.
I made my own around 6 years ago and it opens with the door. I used these hinges, https://www.rcpw.com/truck-accessories/strap-hinges/B2426FSNB.html They have plastic bushings and have no play to date. I widened the truck side to take two bolts and it is more than strong enough to jump on the tire without fear.
Another good idea. Thanks.