What is the Difference in the Bumper Spare Tire Mount TR-1 and the Folding Spare Tire Mount TR-2?
Updated 10/27/2025 | Published 03/03/2025
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What is the difference between the Folding, Bumper Spare Tire Mount - U-Bolt Mount Part Number: TR-1 and Folding, Bumper Spare Tire Mount - U-Bolt Mount Part Number: TR-2?
asked by: Alex
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Expert Reply:
Hey Alex! The main difference is that the Bumper Spare Tire Mount item # TR-1 doesn't fold and item # TR-2 does. The item # TR-2 also fits 4" and 4-1/2" square bumpers. The item # TR-1 only fits 4" square bumpers.
What kind of trailer or RV are you looking to attach a bumper spare tire mount to?
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Jerred H
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Jerred H.
10/27/2025
Hey Alex, what did you end up deciding between the folding and non-folding bumper spare tire mounts? Your experience could point others toward the right option for their trailer or RV setup.