Spare tire Carrier

Where is the proper location for the spare tire for a 72 CJ5? I have seen pictures of some mounted in the rear and some mounted on the passanger side rear. Thanks for the info.

 

with a tailgate, rear passenger side mount
with solid rear panel, on the solid rear panel
many folks relocated the side mounted spare to a swing out tire/can carrier rack across the back; that way, lowering of the tailgate is still possible.

 

Thanks for the feedback....I've got a 72 Service Manual for my 72 but it dosen't even give that info...

 

See my avatar. There are only a small handful of us that run with the spare in the original location. It is so seldom seen, it is kinda cool. I like it, anyway.

 

You are right, it does look cool...I'm going to mount mine on the side also....What size tires are you running? Do they rub on the side of the tub? I think the original tire size was H78-15. Your CJ looks great

 

Thanks for the compliment. Please refer to thread "H78 x 15 rims" for info & photo references. Thanks again.

 

I don't know Tim. I still think the one's you sold me in April look better....Of course with my Jeep the phrase "lipstick on a pig" immediately comes to mind.

 

Hey Code Red...long time no hear or see. Hope they are still working out for you. How about some pics for me & our brethern? Hmmmmmm? I like lipstick...even if it is ON A PIGR)