What Size Spare Tire Can I Fit Under My 2002 Ford F-150 With the Curt C15303 Hitch Installed
Published 02/12/2020
Question:
when it says spare no larger than 20 inches is that total width or wheel diameter? does it mean my regular will no longer fit?
asked by: Gene L
Expert Reply:
I've seen where it says that in a few answers, as well as the tech notes, and they are referring to the wheel diameter - not the actual tire diameter. The most common tire size found on the 2002 Ford F-150 is 255/70r16 which has a diameter of 30-1/10".
The Curt # C15303 has 32-3/8" between the mounting holes (measured center on center) and roughly 34" between the side mounting plates. I've attached a photo of the hitch with a full sized spare installed, so as long as you do not have larger than 33" spare tires, this hitch will work fine.
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