Will Flint Hill Goods Truck Bed Extender Clear Spare Tire on Jeep Wrangler
Updated 01/19/2026 | Published 08/11/2024
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Will this work for a roof load 2018 Jeep JK with a hard top? I was wondering if it would clear the spare tire? If not, can a 2 inch hitch extension be used?
asked by: Paul C
Expert Reply:
Hey Paul,
The Flint Hill Goods Truck Bed Extender # FHG89ZR gives a 3 inch extension when in the vertical position, so it may clear the spare tire, depending on where the receiver is on your Jeep. A hitch extender should not be used as that would essentially be an extender in an extender, so I recommend checking out a different option, the Yakima LongArm Truck Bed Load Extender # Y01149.
This is 9 inches from the hitch pin hole to the upright mast, which is going to give you the most possible clearance.
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Flint Hill Goods Truck Bed Extender - 2" Hitches - 350 lbs
- Truck Bed Extender
- Adjustable Width
- 28 - 48 Inch Wide
- Hitch Load Extender
- Steel
- Black
- Flint Hill Goods
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John H.
1/19/2026
Hey Paul, how did the Yakima LongArm load extender work out on your Jeep’s hard top? Did it give you enough clearance past the spare tire? Your feedback could really help others trying to fit a similar setup.