Does anyone have any suggestions on how to extend the rubber bumpers so they are snugg against the spare tire?
604718
You know it's funny now that you mention this! I'm just realizing now that that's why my tire keeps squeaking back there when I go over bumps! Lol!
1240436
I dont know what are you trying to do? I installed mine with a little modification because I have a swing out tire bumper with big metal corners
1639266
the bumper is not easily added, by itself; it is very snug. and, the hard case fits very snugly around the bumper...it will require some trial and error. I completely put the bumper first, then closely watched the sides so that it fit within the case.
1037057
You could do that, but they way they molded it would lead to a compromised bumper. The exterior covering is different than that of the interior material it appears. They sell smaller ones I believe.
1296003
Probably. Your bumper needs to be square. If it is and you have an adaptor for the tire then it will be sturdy enough.
2122006
Try adjusting it for a 35" tire and if it's still not enough, adjusted on the 37" tire set up.
1767549
If the carrier doesn't provide enough clearance between the forward bike and the spare tire you could alwaysinstall a hitch extension bar. Any good trailer hitch store or trailer hitch web site should have them. On one end of the extension bar is a male end that fits into the female recepticle of your hitch. On the other end ( the extended end ) is a female recepticle that accepts the bike carrier. You would probably need to implement some anti-rattle clamps to reduce or eliminate looseness of the assembly. I wouldn'trecommend using the extension bar on anything but a lightweight load like a bike carrier. If the carrier doesn't provide enough clearance between the forward bike and the spare tire you could alwaysinstall a hitch extension bar. Any good trailer hitch store or trailer hitch web site should have them. On one end of the extension bar is a male end that fits into the female recepticle of your hitch. On the other end ( the extended end ) is a female recepticle that accepts the bike carrier. You would probably need to implement some anti-rattle clamps to reduce or eliminate looseness of the assembly. I wouldn'trecommend using the extension bar on... » Read More If the carrier doesn't provide enough clearance between the forward bike and the spare tire you could alwaysinstall a hitch extension bar. Any good trailer hitch store or trailer hitch web site should have them. On one end of the extension bar is a male end that fits into the female recepticle of your hitch. On the other end ( the extended end ) is a female recepticle that accepts the bike carrier. You would probably need to implement some anti-rattle clamps to reduce or eliminate looseness of the assembly. I wouldn'trecommend using the extension bar on anything but a lightweight load like a bike carrier. « Show Less
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Without putting a spacer behind the wheel, you wont fit anything larger than 31. I've got 30s and I've got just over 1/2" space between the spare tire and bumper
1053438
The spare tire should fit in the recessed section of your trunk space, if you don't have the flap cover that hids the recessed portion then this won't really work for you as this cover latches on to it and is amorphous otherwise.
539232
Check diameter of your tubing,my push bumper was smaller diameter.so I used washers and rubber strip to close the gap.but is a nice sturdy product.
1627491
I have the same problem. I am currently using one bolt to hold the tire but there is room on the mount to drill another hole to make it more secure..
962166
If youre referring to the "U" shaped gap on the rubber bumpers, that actually would be the back where you would glue to the wood board or strip. It acts like a guide. My wood strips came with a male end of "U" shape and the bumbers have the female "U" shape gap. Then once glued to the wood strip the I felted and screwed on to the actual table sides. Sorry if I misunderstood the question.
1838548
Did you ever find a answer? Trying to figure this out myself, the tires seem to be the weak point!
411488
I gave up, I just pull them in. I found removable rail clips so I put the bumpers under the seats or in the back out of the way. Careful with removable clips, if the bumpers are left down they can tear away and you loose the bumper. Been there done that!
1900691
good suggestions from all the other comments here. This should be a two person job when putting in place with the adhesive, just so the rubber is aligned quickly and straight.
597246
Remove the plastic jeep cover behind the bumper (4bolts) and then the rubber splash guards on the inner fender wells ( plastic push clips). Also the front tires. You will have to bend the line a little. It will bend a lot just be careful not to kink it.
1375274
Good Evening Glenn,You should remove the metal plate and save the screws so you can use them to mount the rubber one.