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I'm deciding between this two tire carrier, but I need some help deciding which one is the best. I plan run 37's. What are the pros and cons for each carrier? What I like about Smittybilt is that it looks like it can be adjusted depending on the wheel offset so it be closer to the tailgate. The Rugged Ridge I like that you can tilt the carrier upward which I also like since I plan to get a fastback top down the road. The only thing is that I'm not sure if you can adjust the Rugged Ridge carrier for the wheel offset. Any help is appreciated.
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I'm deciding between this two tire carrier, but I need some help deciding which one is the best. I plan run 37's. What are the pros and cons for each carrier? What I like about Smittybilt is that it looks like it can be adjusted depending on the wheel offset so it be closer to the tailgate. The Rugged Ridge I like that you can tilt the carrier upward which I also like since I plan to get a fastback top down the road. The only thing is that I'm not sure if you can adjust the Rugged Ridge carrier for the wheel offset. Any help is appreciated.
Rugged Ridge also adjusts in and out as well as tilt.
 

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Looking at the install instructions it doesn't look like the RR tire carrier kit has an up/down adjustment, only tilt. IMO the SB has the edge with the tire adjustability and added structure to the hinge mounting point.
 
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I run the RR hinge kit with the Teraflex Alpha HD. Great combo

The SB looks decent but the welds aren't for me. The RR is a much cleaner design, IMPO
 

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Cavfab tire carrier is on sale at $650 and that thing is solid!! Check it out at Cavfab.com .
 

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Cavfab tire carrier is on sale at $650 and that thing is solid!! Check it out at Cavfab.com .
I like the look!
I don't like that it's bare, or the $110 shipping fee :(
 

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I actually liked that it was bare and I can choose the finish out. It’s built like a tank! If you have instagram they are active there. Tell them I sent you!
 

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I like the look!
I don't like that it's bare, or the $110 shipping fee :(
Yea, it's nice looking but shipping and finish expenses put it above $800.
 

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Cavfab tire carrier is on sale at $650 and that thing is solid!! Check it out at Cavfab.com .

thanks for the recommendation WranglerAdvs. if any of you guys have any questions feel free to shoot us a message.
we would love the opportunity to earn your business.

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thanks for the recommendation WranglerAdvs. if any of you guys have any questions feel free to shoot us a message.
we would love the opportunity to earn your business.

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Do you ship to AU?

I'm interested.
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