How big a liability is the spare tire holder

[MAMalody]

Don or Rich, could you post a picture.

Mike

F350 7.3L LB SRW
2003 3575RL

[Wrenchtraveller]

Look earlier in this thread and I have 3 pics posted. You could use one or two straps like Rich did. They are handy to have around any way. In the pic I used an orange strap but I will change that to a black strap and I will cover the handle assembly with plastic and black tape so the road grime won't seize it up.

Don & Donna
Vancouver Island
2005 Ford F350 V10 Lariat CC 4x4 LB SRW 11200 GVWR
2006 Montana 2955RL
click on the little pic to see a big pic

[MAMalody]

>>> Look earlier in this thread and I have 3 pics posted.

[richfaa]

My picture would look about like his except the straps are not that wide and are not that color. The ones we had around were tie downs for a ATV so I used two of them and criss crossed them under and through the spare from those beams. I think without the straps it would take a huge jolt or hitting something on the road to dislodge the spare...but..stuff happens and the straps are a cheap safety measure.

Rich& Helen N.Ridgeville,Ohio.

F-350SD, Lariat, V-10,4:30 Diff, tow command Long bed, Crew Cab Dually, 06 3400RL
Mor-Ryde Pin Box

[rickfox]

Don't forget to check the pressure on the spare.

Iv'e never had to use my trailer spare, and have not always checked it before a trip. But, I intend to be more diligent in the future - it is now on my checklist. It would be a shame to finally need it, and it not be usable.

During our last trip, I watched a guy taking his off for repair. Some road debris apparently flew up and put a cut in the side wall of his spare.

Rick & Wanda
2003 2500HD Crew Cab
Duramax with Allison Trans.
Firestone Airbags
Glide-Ride Pinbox - It's Great!
2006 3400RL - We Love The Trailer!

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