35” spare fitment

[BadKarma]

didn’t feel like a tight fit, went right up using a floor jack as a support. Sure looks tight

 

[Icky]

I added a ratchet strap on mine because I'm paranoid the added weight would break the cable.

 

[BadKarma]

Didn’t think of that.

 

[Crusty old shellback]

Been using mine the way the factor built it with a BFG 35. Over 2 years and no issues. Even had to use the spare a few times.

 

[Jnrcarson]

Did any of you have to deflate the tire to fit it in there ? Need to get one for mine as well.

 

[BadKarma]

I didn’t have to. It’s aired up to 45 I believe. Used a floor jack to basically lift into place then brought the cable up without weight. I definitely didn’t tighten it as tight as the factory did. They had the original spare so tight it deformed the tire.

 

[BadKarma]

Did any of you have to deflate the tire to fit it in there ? Need to get one for mine as well.

I have heard some needing too as well as modifying or cutting the heat shield

 

[MEGA HO]

What is the actual tire height that is the question.
Not every 35" is in fact a 35" tire, most are shorter some are just over 34".
If you post your tire brand and size I can look it up.

 

[MtnRider]

I added a ratchet strap on mine because I'm paranoid the added weight would break the cable.

The factory cable is more than strong enough to hold multiple tires (and then some). A 1/8" steel cable has a working load of 400lbs and a breaking strength of 2000lbs. You don't need a strap.

 

[BadKarma]

What is the actual tire height that is the question.
Not every 35" is in fact a 35" tire, most are shorter some are just over 34".
If you post your tire brand and size I can look it up.

Believe the spare is a nitto trail grappler.