fitting 32" on spare mount - Land Rovers Only

drum655 · 02-19-2006, 09:53 AM

i have heard that simply by turning the spare tire mount over it is possible to fit a 265/75 on there. is this true? if so, what else is invloved or is it just as simple as turning it over?

Badger1 · 02-19-2006, 10:31 AM

Yes it's just that simple! Taking the back trim off can be a bit fiddly as sometimes the tabs that hold the trim on can snap. But there is really nothing to it.

O.B. · 02-19-2006, 11:35 AM

Well...it is simple; but to utilize all of the mount bolts on your mount bracket you'll have to drill a couple more holes in your door. I would recommend doing this for better strength. You'll also need to adjust the rear wiper arm a little (remove and realign) so that it doesn't hit the mount.

Badger1 · 02-19-2006, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by O.B.

Well...it is simple; but to utilize all of the mount bolts on your mount bracket you'll have to drill a couple more holes in your door. I would recommend doing this for better strength. You'll also need to adjust the rear wiper arm a little (remove and realign) so that it doesn't hit the mount.

You can use a dremel or cutting wheel to notch out the carrier for the wiper too.

roverX · 02-19-2006, 05:15 PM

Wait...doesn't a 265/75/16 still fit on the spare mount on the DII like the DI??

O.B. · 02-19-2006, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by roverX

Wait...doesn't a 265/75/16 still fit on the spare mount on the DII like the DI??

They didn't on my unmodded mount unless I fitted the tire high up using just two of the studs, with the third stud pushing against the rim (booty rigged). I'm using stock rims, steelies may be different,

Rovin4life · 02-19-2006, 06:34 PM

bigger tires also mean more weight which over time could damage the door or just loose the rim.

roverX · 02-19-2006, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by O.B.

They didn't on my unmodded mount unless I fitted the tire high up using just two of the studs, with the third stud pushing against the rim (booty rigged). I'm using stock rims, steelies may be different,

Gotcha. My spare is on a steelie.

DiscoPilot · 02-20-2006, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by beezel

bigger tires also mean more weight which over time could damage the door or just loose the rim.

OOPS I use mine as a step to get up the the roof rack.... maybe I shouldn't do that... But wait if the door is closed is it really hurting it?

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drum655 Moderator Join Date: May 2005 Location: Newnan, GA Posts: 958 Gallery: 0	fitting 32" on spare mount i have heard that simply by turning the spare tire mount over it is possible to fit a 265/75 on there. is this true? if so, what else is invloved or is it just as simple as turning it over? __________________ Moderator of the East Coast and Discovery 2 sections! 2001 Disco II SE w/CDL ~Equipe 4x4 Winch Bumper ~Custom steel rear bumper ~Equipe 4x4 steering skid and radiator skid ~RTE rocksliders ~QT services front and rear diff guards ~2" RTE lift ~265/75 r16 Federal Couragia MTs ~Superwinch X9 ~Safety Devices Roof Rack

02-19-2006, 05:15 PM	#5 (permalink)
roverX Elephantitis penisitis Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 5,439 Gallery: 0	Wait...doesn't a 265/75/16 still fit on the spare mount on the DII like the DI?? __________________ What? Is this where I'm supposed to write some profound statement that boggles the intellect of the genius that you think you are? Why would I waste my time with that when I can be getting free lap dances from your sister AND your girlfriend at the same time?

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02-19-2006, 10:31 AM	#2 (permalink)
Badger1 Forward! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Loo-eee-ville, KY Posts: 2,154 Gallery: 1	Yes it's just that simple! Taking the back trim off can be a bit fiddly as sometimes the tabs that hold the trim on can snap. But there is really nothing to it.

02-19-2006, 11:35 AM	#3 (permalink)
O.B. Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 234 Gallery: 0	Well...it is simple; but to utilize all of the mount bolts on your mount bracket you'll have to drill a couple more holes in your door. I would recommend doing this for better strength. You'll also need to adjust the rear wiper arm a little (remove and realign) so that it doesn't hit the mount.

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Rovin4life Former NAS LR TECH, Current AUS LR TECH Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: DOWN UNDER Posts: 1,884 Gallery: 0	bigger tires also mean more weight which over time could damage the door or just loose the rim.

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