Spare Tire Holder Design Concept

[codybutz]

not to hi jack this thread.... but how do you like that gobi ladder on that X ?

 

[rusty_tlc]

I am confused, it happens a lot:elkgrin:, why use a hiem joint in this application, the motion is only in one axis?

This seems like a better option
Tire-Carrier-Swingout-Heavy-Duty-Hinge-Kit

 

[Hill Bill E.]

I am confused, it happens a lot:elkgrin:, why use a hiem joint in this application, the motion is only in one axis?

This seems like a better option

That would be my vote also, but in the OP's design, the swing would be a double shear.

With the spindle, he would have to stack the square tubes. (very doable)

I agree, a bushing would work just as well the hiems.

Either way, I would go with 3/16 or 1/4" for the plates (blue color)

I've use 1/8" before, and it didn't take long before the holes started 'egging' out.


Also, keeping the tire offset a bit to the 'swing' side, will help alleviate most of the rattle and clunks from the hitch, as the weight will be off center.

 

[maXTERRA]

Good link for what you are doing.

http://tiregate.com/hg_series_0.shtml