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37" spare?

BrianFriend71
Jan 07, 2023

Rank III

Jan 07, 2023

Does a 37" spare tire tire require any special mods like a relocation kit? I'm about to move up in size after suspension change and want to make sure the 37 will fit on the stock spare tire mount.
Brian Friend - Colorado Springs/Aguilar Colorado www.JustRoofsandGutters.com
2 Dr, 21 Bronco, 2.7ltr, Badlands Sas w Lux
Laura
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Jan 07, 2023

#1
You need a 3rd brake light extension, but that's it. There are a few companies that make them. Rough Country, RTR, DV8 Offroad, etc.

According to the integration guide, the "maximum recommended door weight" is 133 lbs. But it's not super clear on exactly what that means. Do the mean the maximum carrying capacity of the tailgate?? Do they mean the weight of the tailgate itself? Or does that 133 lbs include the door, the spare tire, and accessories?? I have no idea if I'm being honest... all I know is the the stock Sasquatch wheels weigh around 85 lbs. and if your new wheel/tire combo will be dramatically heavier than that, you may want to consider reinforcing the tailgate.

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Rank III

Jan 07, 2023

#2
RagnarKon
You need a 3rd brake light extension, but that's it. There are a few companies that make them. Rough Country, RTR, DV8 Offroad, etc.

According to the integration guide, the "maximum recommended door weight" is 133 lbs. But it's not super clear on exactly what that means. Do the mean the maximum carrying capacity of the tailgate?? Do they mean the weight of the tailgate itself? Or does that 133 lbs include the door, the spare tire, and accessories?? I have no idea if I'm being honest... all I know is the the stock Sasquatch wheels weigh around 85 lbs. and if your new wheel/tire combo will be dramatically heavier than that, you may want to consider reinforcing the tailgate.

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Great info! Thank you!
Brian Friend - Colorado Springs/Aguilar Colorado www.JustRoofsandGutters.com
2 Dr, 21 Bronco, 2.7ltr, Badlands Sas w Lux

Rank VI

Jan 07, 2023

#3
You definitely want to reinforce that tailgate.
Deano Bronc, Cysquatch

Rank 0

Jan 26, 2023

#4
My 37's with Methods weigh in at 105lbs so I had to reinforce/relocate. I'm using JCR Offroad's option. Pretty simple install. Includes all the hardware and extension plate for the taillight.

JcrOffroad Bronco Tailgate Reinforcement

HPR BaseSquatch 2 Door, 2.7 liter, Aux Switches, HD Mod Bumper. MODS: RC High Winch Mount, X-Bull 13.5K Winch, Rigid lights, Fab Fours Rock Sliders,37” Ironman M/Ts, Method 312s, 3” Zone lift, BroncoBuster tie rod braces, shock skids JCR tailgate, DV8, ASFIR, & Nextventure Skids
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Jan 26, 2023

#5
Cysquatch
My 37's with Methods weight in at 105lbs so I had to reinforce/relocate. I'm using JCR Offroad's option. Pretty simple install. Includes all the hardware and extension plate for the taillight.

JcrOffroad Bronco Tailgate Reinforcement

What about the bumpers that go between the tailgate and the tire? Do they supply you with different ones or did you modify them yourself?
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Jan 26, 2023

#6
Deano Bronc
What about the bumpers that go between the tailgate and the tire? Do they supply you with different ones or did you modify them yourself?
Left the stock ones there. The relocation actually raises the tire 2" and out 1".
HPR BaseSquatch 2 Door, 2.7 liter, Aux Switches, HD Mod Bumper. MODS: RC High Winch Mount, X-Bull 13.5K Winch, Rigid lights, Fab Fours Rock Sliders,37” Ironman M/Ts, Method 312s, 3” Zone lift, BroncoBuster tie rod braces, shock skids JCR tailgate, DV8, ASFIR, & Nextventure Skids
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Gladesmen

Jan 26, 2023

#7
If you are not going to rotate this tire- only do a 4- tire rotation you could put a 35" for the spare and not have to change anything and it keeps your rear view maximized. this is what my Brother did as an alternative to doing a spare tire delete. remember that would only be a spare and used as a donut would be used since it is a different size.
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Jan 26, 2023

#8
Cysquatch
My 37's with Methods weigh in at 105lbs so I had to reinforce/relocate. I'm using JCR Offroad's option. Pretty simple install. Includes all the hardware and extension plate for the taillight.

JcrOffroad Bronco Tailgate ReinforcementGreat info! Did that set-up require any drilling?
Brian Friend - Colorado Springs/Aguilar Colorado www.JustRoofsandGutters.com
2 Dr, 21 Bronco, 2.7ltr, Badlands Sas w Lux

Rank 0

Jan 26, 2023

#9
No drilling required. They do recommend two people to ensure the door is realigned when mounting the plate. What's not mentioned in the below install video was that I had to disconnect the strut to help with the realignment. Then again, I did it myself which was a pain. The real hard part was mounting the 105lb spare solo!

HPR BaseSquatch 2 Door, 2.7 liter, Aux Switches, HD Mod Bumper. MODS: RC High Winch Mount, X-Bull 13.5K Winch, Rigid lights, Fab Fours Rock Sliders,37” Ironman M/Ts, Method 312s, 3” Zone lift, BroncoBuster tie rod braces, shock skids JCR tailgate, DV8, ASFIR, & Nextventure Skids

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Jan 26, 2023

#10
RagnarKon
You need a 3rd brake light extension, but that's it. There are a few companies that make them. Rough Country, RTR, DV8 Offroad, etc.

According to the integration guide, the "maximum recommended door weight" is 133 lbs. But it's not super clear on exactly what that means. Do the mean the maximum carrying capacity of the tailgate?? Do they mean the weight of the tailgate itself? Or does that 133 lbs include the door, the spare tire, and accessories?? I have no idea if I'm being honest... all I know is the the stock Sasquatch wheels weigh around 85 lbs. and if your new wheel/tire combo will be dramatically heavier than that, you may want to consider reinforcing the tailgate.

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If you read the information it clearly states the maximum for all the doors. Looks to be total weight. I don’t think anyone is planning to add 62 pounds of gear to their 2dr’s doors. These doors are made out of aluminum and are not that heavy.
Structure of the rear gate has proven to be weak but I think the hinges are the limiting factor. Nobody is upgrading those like Ford did on the Raptor.

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Jan 26, 2023

#11
Jakob1972
If you are not going to rotate this tire- only do a 4- tire rotation you could put a 35" for the spare and not have to change anything and it keeps your rear view maximized. this is what my Brother did as an alternative to doing a spare tire delete. remember that would only be a spare and used as a donut would be used since it is a different size.
100%. The view out the back of mine is definitely reduced with the 37". You figure 1.5" taller tire (true 37 vs stock 34.5) and the relocation bracket lifts the tire another 2". 3.5" of visibility gone....If I had went with bead locks or Method's new "bead grip" wheels (both too pricey for me), I would have probably went with a spare tire delete.
HPR BaseSquatch 2 Door, 2.7 liter, Aux Switches, HD Mod Bumper. MODS: RC High Winch Mount, X-Bull 13.5K Winch, Rigid lights, Fab Fours Rock Sliders,37” Ironman M/Ts, Method 312s, 3” Zone lift, BroncoBuster tie rod braces, shock skids JCR tailgate, DV8, ASFIR, & Nextventure Skids
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