Is There a Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier Which Will Swing Out Of the Way Rather Than Fold Down?

Published 03/31/2023

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Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender for Bike Racks - 2" Hitches

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$398.95

Curt Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeves - 3" to 2-1/2" or 2"

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etrailer Spare Tire Mount for Hitch - 2" Hitch

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Question:

2017 F350 with FWC pop up camper would like to carry spare,spare tire on swing to access rear camper door. not flip down. is there such a item?

asked by: Carey C

Expert Reply:

The Yakima BackSwing Swing Away Hitch Extender # Y02483 will allow you to add the etrailer Hitch Mounted Spare Tire Carrier # e98ZR to the receiver on your 2017 Ford F-350. You will likely need a Reducer # C45408 to go from the larger 3" receiver to a 2" receiver.

If you are doing hardcore off-roading you may consider using an aftermarket bumper with swing away tire carrier as they are more robust and will sit higher not affecting your ground clearance.

expert reply by: Bud M