Can the Flint Hill Goods Spare Tire Mount Install On Top of the Trailer Frame
Updated 04/02/2026 | Published 03/29/2026
Question:
Can this be mounted on top of the frame? Thanks!
asked by: Duane R
Expert Reply:
Hi Duane, great question.
Yes, this carrier # FHG57ZR can be mounted on top of the frame as long as your frame falls within the size limits of up to 3 inches wide and 5 inches tall. The frame would also need to be square not round. It uses a clamp-on style bracket, so as long as it can fully grab the frame and tighten down properly, it will hold securely. The angled design also helps keep the spare up and out of the way, which is nice for clearance and access.
The main thing to keep in mind is making sure you have enough flat surface on top of the frame for the bracket to sit evenly, and that the tire won’t interfere with anything nearby once it’s mounted. As long as those check out, it should be a solid setup and stay put without shifting around.
What do you typically haul, and where are you hoping to mount the spare so it stays out of your way?
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Flint Hill Goods Spare Tire Mount - 3" x 5" - 4 and 5 Lug Wheels
- Spare Tire Mount
- Frame Mount
- Clamp-On
- 4-Bolt
- 5-Bolt
- Trailer
- Standard Finish
- Flint Hill Goods
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Duane R.
4/1/2026
I plan to mount the spare carrier on the top of the trailer tongue. On my Malone Xtralight trailer (kayak trailer), the tongue is 2" wide and 3" tall, so it should fit as long as I cut the bottom brackets to the appropriate size (which isn't a problem). I've upsized from the original tires to 205/65-10's and the mount will be used for the larger tire.