Bring Spare tire Closer to tailgate?

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What are my options to bring an aftermarket wheel with more offset back closer to the tailgate? Do any aftermarket carriers allow you to do this ? I know they allow you go go farther away but i need to come closer.
Any info would be helpful thanks!

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[3TV]

My CavFab tire carrier allows that. It has tons of adjustability. I would be surprised if the other aftermarket tire carriers can't do the same thing.

 

[Philly_]

Teraflex is another carrier that allows this. You can chose to add their hinge at a later date as well, if you feel it's necessary. I have hinge replacement and adjustable carrier and love them both.

Even had one of the first batches of the JK version, before they had even added their logo to it, and it is in better shape than just about any other part on that Jeep after ~10 years of abuse. (I know the new owner)

 

[2nd 392]

Teraflex is another carrier that allows this. You can chose to add their hinge at a later date as well, if you feel it's necessary. I have hinge replacement and adjustable carrier and love them both.

Even had one of the first batches of the JK version, before they had even added their logo to it, and it is in better shape than just about any other part on that Jeep after ~10 years of abuse. (I know the new owner)

Getting new 8.5”- 1mm wheels replacing stock 7.5”- 44mm. Will the Teraflex snug it back to stock position ? (eliminating camera-sensor issues) ? presently using Teraflex relocation “lift and separate” Playtex bra style brackets. The spare will stick way out.

 

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Teraflex is another carrier that allows this. You can chose to add their hinge at a later date as well, if you feel it's necessary. I have hinge replacement and adjustable carrier and love them both.

Even had one of the first batches of the JK version, before they had even added their logo to it, and it is in better shape than just about any other part on that Jeep after ~10 years of abuse. (I know the new owner)

this might be the way i need to go im watching a video and i JUST make what they say is the minimum offset it can go. It says it goes 5 min i measured mine like they said and im 5.25 so im thinking this will get me back close like a factory tire right?

 

[Philly_]

Getting new 8.5”- 1mm wheels replacing stock 7.5”- 44mm. Will the Teraflex snug it back to stock position ? (eliminating camera-sensor issues) ? presently using Teraflex relocation “lift and separate” Playtex bra style brackets. The spare will stick way out.

I don't have backup sensors on my Jeep so I couldn't tell you for sure, but you may be able to lift the tire higher with the adjustable bracket than the static version to clear the sensor's path.

I've run both my stock wheel/tire as well as my current 8.5" wide (0 offset) wheels with XR take-off 35's and have no issues with the camera. I can see the tire a tad more than with the stock setup, but it definitely doesn't impede visibility and the tire is pushed in tight with room to go for different setups. I did swap my hinge to the Teraflex reinforcement at the same time though, so if you only swap to the adjustable carrier, it's not exactly apples to apples.

 

[Philly_]

this might be the way i need to go im watching a video and i JUST make what they say is the minimum offset it can go. It says it goes 5 min i measured mine like they said and im 5.25 so im thinking this will get me back close like a factory tire right?

What is your backspacing on the new wheels?

I find it easier to compare wheel setups/clearance by backspacing because it's a measurement of the space between the mounting surface (on wheel) and the inside lip.

Keep in mind, your tire is probably wider than your wheel, so all you need is for the rubber isolators to reach the tire with enough support to stop vibrations. You can also get longer isolators if needed.

 

[2nd 392]

I don't have backup sensors on my Jeep so I couldn't tell you for sure, but you may be able to lift the tire higher with the adjustable bracket than the static version to clear the sensor's path.

I've run both my stock wheel/tire as well as my current 8.5" wide (0 offset) wheels with XR take-off 35's and have no issues with the camera. I can see the tire a tad more than with the stock setup, but it definitely doesn't impede visibility and the tire is pushed in tight with room to go for different setups. I did swap my hinge to the Teraflex reinforcement at the same time though, so if you only swap to the adjustable carrier, it's not exactly apples to apples.

I’m good 8.5”- 1mm with 35/12.50’s virtually identical. 59 lb Toyo’s and 21 lb forged wheels a couple lbs lighter than stock 7.5’s and 285/70’s. Perfect, Thanks ? I have the Teraflex various size spacer kit, if needed, just the large spacers on now. (3’rd relocation, start cheap, go next step higher, then get what I should have in the first place— Need chintzy hood locks, hard slick floor mats, junk wheel lugs and locks, or a couple spare relocations- in the garage ….. . I might have finally learned— uh maybe. ?

 

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What is your backspacing on the new wheels?

I find it easier to compare wheel setups/clearance by backspacing because it's a measurement of the space between the mounting surface (on wheel) and the inside lip.

Keep in mind, your tire is probably wider than your wheel, so all you need is for the rubber isolators to reach the tire with enough support to stop vibrations. You can also get longer isolators if needed.

4.06? i used online calculator and plugged in my wheel width and offset because its stamped on the wheel i didnt see an offset looking number lol

 

[6th Floor Mule]

4.06? i used online calculator and plugged in my wheel width and offset because its stamped on the wheel i didnt see an offset looking number lol

Hello Georgia neighbor! What is your specific width, offset and tire combo? There are tons of mount and extended snubber options out there, so unless we’re talking 22x12’s with a -80 offset, I’d bet someone here has the same combo and can provide some solid details.

I have the Teraflex mount and have adjusted a couple times to accommodate stock +44 and +12 combos. I’m still using the stock snubbers and still have plenty of adjustability left. There’s also the added benefit of relocating the stock 3rd brake light to the center of the spare, which improves rearward(?) visibility and allows the tire to be a good resting spot for 8 ft sheets/strips of plywood, lumber, etc.

 

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20 x 9 with 305/50/r20 street tire i think its like a 32 x 12 in size its barely taller than stock tire but its wider

 

[MikeS]

this might be the way i need to go im watching a video and i JUST make what they say is the minimum offset it can go. It says it goes 5 min i measured mine like they said and im 5.25 so im thinking this will get me back close like a factory tire right?

I have the Teraflex setup. It kept my stock rubicon wheel (6” backspace) with 35x12.5 tires tight to the tailgate. I now have 4.5” backspace Methods with 37x12.5 mounted tight to the tailgate. You shouldn’t have any trouble, it’s very adjustable.

 

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thanks man!

 

[6th Floor Mule]

20 x 9 with 305/50/r20 street tire i think its like a 32 x 12 in size its barely taller than stock tire but its wider

Indeed, that thing is hanging out there pretty good. The good news is that your street tire combo is considerably lighter than most larger AT’s and MT’s. You can probably get by for now with some extended snubbers to reduce the vibration, but I’d definitely invest in a new adjustable mount at some point to snug it up tight on the tailgate and reduce the stress.

 

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Those that are using the teraflex carrier do you know if the camera mount "nozzle" is longer than stock? With my wheel on the factory mount i can see part of it in my back up camera view as the factory camera mount does not come out of this wheel far enough

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