Can Extender Be Added to Roadmaster Spare Tire Mount for Ram ProMaster Rear Door Access
Question:
I recently bought the Roadmaster Spare Tire Mount RM-195125. Last week when I installed it on my Winnebago Solis 59P Ram Promaster 2500 I discovered the back doors will not close or open with this Spare Tire Mount. When closing the doors, they hit the “Roadmaster” logo. This is not part of the mount that tilts out of the way. I was wondering if I added a 12” hitch extension, if that would work, or would it cause added stress to the mount, or cause a warranty issue with Roadmaster?
asked by: Terry R
Expert Reply:
Hey Terry, thanks for reaching out!
The Roadmaster Spare Tire Mount # RM-195125 will reduce your tongue weight by 33% and adding an extension will not only increase the movement of the tire at the back of your motorhome, but it will also cut the tongue weight by an additional 50% so it wouldn't be safe to use the carrier in this manner.
For an alternative solution I recommend pairing the etrailer Spare Tire Mount # e98ZR with the Saris Swing Away Hitch Extender # SAR36VR so you can swing the tire away from your vehicle and gain some rear door access. You might not be able to swing the door 100% of the way open but this will be better than your current Roadmaster setup.
Attached are some review videos of these products for your reference.
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etrailer Spare Tire Mount for Hitch - 2" Hitch
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Saris Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks - 2" Hitches
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