Spare Tire Carrier

[scottz]

The first time I lowered then raised my spare tire, the winch started slipping. I pulled it down and found it is light weight junk. Mine had metal shavings falling out of it and the whole think looked about to fall apart. I can just imagine the damage a tire would do at highway speed hanging under the back of the RV by a steel cable.

I decided to replace it with the heavy duty winch off a Ford Super Duty. I found one at a wrecking yard for $35. Now the same handle works on my truck and RV.

Based on the orientation of the handle and the size of the Ford winch, I had to modify the mounting brackets.

I don't know what to tell others; if I had not used mine, it would still be there and probably be ok. I would just say to watch it carefully and if you have to use it, pay attention to see if it slips or grinds.