Spare tire

[PSFORD99]

After reading the thread about the gentlemen losing his spare tire, was wondering if anyone has done anything to insure it stays up there. Never have been to concerned until I changed the spare to a Sailun, which is a much heavier tire then the old OE spare .

Our spare tire rack is not the beefiest thing I have ever seen, but mostly concerned with that really thin cable, and who knows how well that crank system is built. I think at the least adding a little heavier steel cable. I would sure hate that tire to come undone going down the highway. Anyone have any thoughts about this.

[Carl n Susan]

Many members have put a tie down strap around the tire and the frame to keep it secure.

[mlh]

Have you checked to see the weight ratings of that steel cable? You might not need a new one.
Lynwood

[Baldicon]

Many members have put a tie down strap around the tire and the frame to keep it secure.

Adding this to my list, thanks!

[scottz]

I rebuilt mine using a Ford Super Duty spare tire winch. I also put a strap on it.

http://www.montanaowners.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1168381#post1168381

[PSFORD99]

Have you checked to see the weight ratings of that steel cable? You might not need a new one.
Lynwood

I would think the weight rating is okay, at least I would hope so, but guessing not much more then a 1/8" cable.

[PSFORD99]

I rebuilt mine using a Ford Super Duty spare tire winch. I also put a strap on it.

http://www.montanaowners.com/forums/showthread.php?p=1168381#post1168381


Well, I can see what my next project will be. Although I will need a Ram winch for the handle to work on both :thumbsup::D

Thanks for the tip, and the link, does not look like too difficult of a job. I have everything I will need ,and might even add a bit of welding to it .