So here's the quick version: I have the All-pro plate bumper, which does not have any allowance for the spare. What I would like is a swing-out style mount for the spare tire, but I don't want to have to replace the bumper itself.
I've seen various options; the one I'm leaning towards is a kit from A-Z Fabrication that includes a spindle, mounting plate for the studs, and screw-in closing mechanism. The issue is that my fabrication/welding skills/equipment are limited (I've got a $90 Arc welder and an angle grinder. That's it.) and having to fab up the actual swing-arm could be tricky. I came across one full assembly on amazon, but I couldn't be sure of the quality based on the single picture and two reviews.
So, I figured I'd ask here; does anyone know of a (preferably complete, if not assembled) product that will allow me to add a swing-out to my existing bumper?
Simple welds are fine, it's just assembling anything that has more than 2 angles almost guarantees something won't line up.
Here's my bumper in case anyone's curious. It's a rattle-can paintjob, so there's no worries about grinding it down and painting it back again.
If you look carefully, you can see the right-rear weld on the RTT frame. That should explain why I'm hesitant with fabricating anything myself. It's misaligned to the mounting plate by about an inch. I had to cut a second slice of tubing to act as a sort of bridge. Not something I feel confident sleeping on, for sure.
I've seen various options; the one I'm leaning towards is a kit from A-Z Fabrication that includes a spindle, mounting plate for the studs, and screw-in closing mechanism. The issue is that my fabrication/welding skills/equipment are limited (I've got a $90 Arc welder and an angle grinder. That's it.) and having to fab up the actual swing-arm could be tricky. I came across one full assembly on amazon, but I couldn't be sure of the quality based on the single picture and two reviews.
So, I figured I'd ask here; does anyone know of a (preferably complete, if not assembled) product that will allow me to add a swing-out to my existing bumper?
Simple welds are fine, it's just assembling anything that has more than 2 angles almost guarantees something won't line up.
Here's my bumper in case anyone's curious. It's a rattle-can paintjob, so there's no worries about grinding it down and painting it back again.
If you look carefully, you can see the right-rear weld on the RTT frame. That should explain why I'm hesitant with fabricating anything myself. It's misaligned to the mounting plate by about an inch. I had to cut a second slice of tubing to act as a sort of bridge. Not something I feel confident sleeping on, for sure.
