Do you need tailgate reinforcement for 35" spare?

[DJKGB]

Hi all,

I'm not clear if I need a reinforcement bracket for the spare tire. I'm thinking about getting 18" fuel wheel with Nitto Grappler tire. Do I need to get like a rough country bracket? is that necessary or is the door able to handle the weight?

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[SubmarineNuke]

there is no reinforcement bracket on a Sasquatch Bronco, and they come with 35" tires. So I'd say not likely needed.

 

[Inlinejohn]

Not necessary but not a bad idea either. Minimal but you’re replacing 1” of rubber with 1” of aluminum with bigger wheel. The bracket just really helps strengthen the tailgate from buckling

 

[DJKGB]

that's a good point, I'm getting a non-sas so unless there is some difference in the build between the two which is unlikely I'd say you're prob right

 

[BlueBronco]

The tailgate is rate for 133lbs. So as long as your combo doesn't exceed that limit you should be good.

 

[DJKGB]

Grapplers are around 78 pounds and the rim is roughy 30 to 40 so technically I'm in the clear. This makes it easy, thank you all !!!

 

[Rough Rider]

Dont forget leverage though..... The factory offset probably puts the wheel much closer to the tailgate, and I assume your new wheels will have an offset that puts the wheel further away from the mount. that will increase the forces on the tailgate.

 

[DUSTYcazOREGON]

Hi all,

I'm not clear if I need a reinforcement bracket for the spare tire. I'm thinking about getting 18" fuel wheel with Nitto Grappler tire. Do I need to get like a rough country bracket? is that necessary or is the door able to handle the weight?

IMO, a reinforcement is insurance. They are cheap compared to the damage that could be done. I went with a larger wheel and got the RC bracket (I had mine painted. Even if you leave it black, I would still paint it with automotive paint and clear it. Some of these have been said to have rust issues). Easy install and it was well under $200bucks.

 

[Summertime]

Hi all,

I'm not clear if I need a reinforcement bracket for the spare tire. I'm thinking about getting 18" fuel wheel with Nitto Grappler tire. Do I need to get like a rough country bracket? is that necessary or is the door able to handle the weight?

I highly recommend it. My 35" covered up the rear brake light, but the rough country tire mount extends the light so it can be seen above the 35" spare tire.

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