What Spare Tire Solution do You Recommend for RV?

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I was on etrailer and I found a couple of 2" mounted spare tire carriers that were recommended. Tell me if what I heard is wrong. These are the two. Curt Trailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier - c31006 The other was a similar product, but was an etrailer brand. etrailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier - 2" Hitch Item # e98ZR

asked by: Brad T

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Expert Reply:

I reached out to all of our current spare-tire manufacturers and we unfortunately do not carry a bumper-mount option that is approved for class c tires.

However, there is still the option of adding a front hitch and a front-mounted spare tire carrier. I can definitely assist you in that option if you are interested.

expert reply by: Bob C

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Brad T.

1/1/0001

I was on etrailer and I found a couple of 2" mounted spare tire carriers that were recommended. Tell me if what I heard is wrong. These are the two. Curt Trailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier - c31006 The other was a similar product, but was an etrailer brand. etrailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier - 2" Hitch Item # e98ZR

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Bob C.

1/5/2022

Thanks so much for the response. It sounds like you are interested in the front-hitch mounted solution for your RV. As far as the Curt Trailer Hitch Mounted Tire Carrier # C31006 and the etrailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier # e98ZR, I recommend the Curt tire carrier. The reason is because the Curt carrier has a longer shank measurement to the upright bar (9-1/2 inches from the furthest hole to the upright bar). This measurement is important because it gives you more length to clear the front bumper. Also, the Curt carrier has a better coating; it has a gloss outer coating over the base powder coat to give you more protection against rust and corrosion. Also, we have had customers that have used Class C tires on the Curt successfully. If you need a locking hitch pin with the carrier, the # e98880 works great. If you need a compatible front hitch for your RV, I recommend the Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs # C13704. This hitch has adjustable brackets that fit trailer frames from 22-66 inches wide. In order to make sure that the hitch will fit your RV's frame, I recommend measuring your frame from left to right.

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Answer 1

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier #C31006 will fit on an 8 lug wheel. I've attached a picture that a customer sent us showing just that.

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Answer 2

I have a solution for you but the etrailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier item #e98ZR and other comparable spare tire carriers at that price range aren't rated for motorhome wheels/tires. The main issue is that the mounting system won't…

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Answer 3

I do have an option for you but most hitch mounted spare tire carriers like the etrailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier part #e98ZR aren't rated for motorhome wheels/tires. The main issue is that the mounting system won't accommodate wheels…

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Answer 4

The etrailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier - 2" Hitch #e98ZR will work perfectly with your 225/75R16 tire/wheels. This is a pretty simple application but we do include an adjustable stop collar to make it easier to line up your hitch pin…

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Answer 5

The etrailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier #e98ZR will fit a wide variety of tires/wheels and while it doesn't have a weight capacity, it does have mounting holes that are similar to the Curt Trailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier #c31006 so…

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We don't carry a bumper mounted spare tire carrier capable of the weight of a Class C Motorhome spare tire, however, we do have a hitch mounted option. The Roadmaster Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier w/ 2" Receiver Opening #RM-195225 is an…

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Answer 7

Yes, your 2021 Ford E-450 RV has a wheel that is absolutely compatible with the spare tire carrier from Roadmaster: - Roadmaster Spare Tire Carrier #RM-195125 This carrier is compatible with wheels that have a lug nut circle up to 8 inches in…

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Answer 8

Yes, the Demco Spare Tire Carrier part #DM15851-76 does work great with the tire size ST235/80R16 that you referenced. We had a customer with your exact tire size send us a picture of it carrying the wheel which I attached.

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Answer 9

The Demco Spare Tire Carrier for up to 4" Trailer Tongue part #DM15851-52 doesn't have a weight capacity and it's not common for spare tire carriers to have this either. The bolt pattern compatibility will help limit overloading. For…

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Answer 10

I was able to determine the information on the Black #DM15851-76 spare tire carrier was incorrect. It is the same carrier as the Silver #DM15851-52 with the only difference being the color. Both of these fit a trailer tongue up to 4" x 4".…

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Answer 11

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 12

The Thor Motorhomes have a big tire and the only hitch mounted spare tire carrier we have for it is the Roadmaster Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier w/ 2" Receiver Opening item #RM-195225. This carrier holds 16" to 24-1/2" spares with…

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