Hitch and 285's?
08-07-2007, 12:19 PM
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Hitch and 285's?
I have done a search on this topic and I can't find a straight answer. I have 285/75's on my spare and its aired down to fit as is. I just don't wanna have an issue when I buy a hitch for my 4Runner. Let me know if you have and what brand/model #?
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08-07-2007, 12:38 PM
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IIRC, 285's will not fit with a hitch, even aired down. I read a thread a while back that asked the same question, but couldn't find it by searching. Maybe someone else with that setup can chime in.
08-07-2007, 12:40 PM
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I think he's looking to buy a trailer hitch, but doesn't want to create issues with his spare tire (which is a 285/75), mounted in the stock location. Correct?
08-07-2007, 12:54 PM
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Sorry about the confusion.
08-07-2007, 12:58 PM
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I dont beleive any hitch will fit there with that spare under there....and what good is an aired down spare, BTW?
According to your siog, I dont see any OBA on your rig...so Im just curious...
According to your siog, I dont see any OBA on your rig...so Im just curious...
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08-07-2007, 09:32 PM
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putting it on the roof means raising the center of gravity. also, you have to chuck a heavy tire and wheel on top of your roof, and then pull it off again when you need it.
putting it in the rear cargo area is a much better idea. i personally like rear bumpers with swing out mounts, and thats what ill be doing. honestly, mount it in the rear. find a 1st gen roll bar and modify it to fit, and attach the tire to it.
putting it in the rear cargo area is a much better idea. i personally like rear bumpers with swing out mounts, and thats what ill be doing. honestly, mount it in the rear. find a 1st gen roll bar and modify it to fit, and attach the tire to it.
08-08-2007, 03:12 AM
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putting it on the roof means raising the center of gravity. also, you have to chuck a heavy tire and wheel on top of your roof, and then pull it off again when you need it.
putting it in the rear cargo area is a much better idea. i personally like rear bumpers with swing out mounts, and thats what ill be doing. honestly, mount it in the rear. find a 1st gen roll bar and modify it to fit, and attach the tire to it.
putting it in the rear cargo area is a much better idea. i personally like rear bumpers with swing out mounts, and thats what ill be doing. honestly, mount it in the rear. find a 1st gen roll bar and modify it to fit, and attach the tire to it.
08-08-2007, 06:58 AM
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For a stock hitch, check CL or the junkyard. They aren't rare.
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