Smittybilt Pivot HD Tire Carrier Jeep JK Heavy Duty Hinge 2843 - Review and How to Install
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- Опубликовано: 21 окт 2017
- This video shows the installation and review of a Smittybilt Pivot HD Tire Carrier, (Heavy duty model 2843 hinged), on my 2011 Jeep JK. I purchased this to reinforce the tailgate hinges for mounting a heavier spare tire. Installation is very easy. There was no cutting or drilling. Everything lines up in the original holes. It is definitely heavy duty and seems like it will hold whatever size tire you want to mount. In my case that will be some 34’s.
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Arguably one of the best install videos I've seen. Concise with the required level of detail. Have been looking at this carrier replacement for a little while- will probably squeeze the trigger now that I know what to expect on install. Thanks for posting this.
Hi Jarrod, Thanks for the compliment. It has held up very well since the install.
He went one hole up too high. The bottom holes aligned is supposed to be the max height. The back side shouldn't be touching the 3rd light bracket.
This is an absolutely outstanding installation video and I appreciate you taking the time to make it.
Thanks Jim I appreciate you taking time to watch and comment.
His video is still the most useful I’ve found and only half as long regardless if he didn’t mention the gaskets
Thanks so much.
Thanks for the video, you made everything easier up to the point where you said this is the tricky part, you will need some muscle to get those bolts thru the metal plate, I am talking about the 3 bolts that support the spare tire, unless you have a heavy duty press, they do provide the nuts that you will need to tighten all the way to get the bolts set. everything else was easy, your video was by far the most helpful thank you I also love my new tire carrier!
Thanks so much. Mine has held up excellent. Very solid and no rust a year later. Thanks for watching.
Yes, and doing so turns the ends of those lug nuts from an 18mm to a 20mm.
Thanks for posting this. The instructions this thing came with were worthless! Your video helped me immensely with my installation.
Thanks for watching. Yes the directions were pitiful.
Same! Instructions are horrible. Still wondering about the gaskets tho🤔
Just did this in stall, without looking at your video. Yes the instructions from Smittybuilt are terrible. This was ahead scratcher trying to figure out what bolts went where. Great video, thanks for sharing.
Hi Roy, definitely takes times to figure things out. On the good side mine has held up great so far.
Lou great explanation of the new heavy duty tire carrier installation. Although had a Jeep Commander once and if I ever purchase another it will be a Wrangler type and the good part; is I can always refer back to your channel for pointers. Nice Job!
Thanks for commenting Tim. Yes I have a few Jeep videos planned since I'm doing some upgrades to get it tow worthy. Hopefully gonna get a few RV videos in between. Happy traveling!
Tim Rover hi timrover good to see you on Rv habit
Very nice Lou, really like the fact that you did not have to cut or drill. This looks very heavy duty but at the same time extremely secure to the Vehicle. On a side note we really like the Flags you have in the taillights, never seen that before or if we have never noticed it. Take care Lou and safe travels.
Thanks for watching guys. Yes the tire mount is very heavy. Should have no problem holding the bigger spare i plan on using. Have it set for a lift and new tires in about 3 weeks. I'm hoping to use it for my toad vehicle. Yes i have kind of an American flag theme on my Jeep. The hood, the side panels and the taillights all have some type of flag. This is my first ever wrangler so I'm having a ball fixing it up. Happy Travels.
This is awesome. Thanks for sharing this!
Thanks so much for watching and taking time to comment.
Thanks a lot... I did it my self cause of your video thanks
Thanks for watching
❤ That’s a freaking well done video ❤ thank you so much
Thank you so much I appreciate that.
Might want to mention the gaskets that come with it.
I appreciate you posting this. I am considering purchasing this tire carrier. I just bought a 2014 Wrangler and had a 2-1/2" lift with 33" tires installed. The spare is currently rattling my tailgate when I hit bumps and am afraid that the tailgate will get damaged. I think this is what I need to secure the spare without damaging my tailgate.
If you have 33" tire on the factory spare tire mount this is what you need. Good luck and congrats on your new Jeep.
Thanks RV Habit! I just ordered it on 4wheelparts.com.
No cb antenna mount point? What about tire bump stops?
Life with Ken and Jane subbed you. I see Tim Rover is subbed. I love that guy. I will keep up with you. Great to be aboard life with Ken and Jane
Hi Ken and Jane thanks so much I appreciate your support. Yes Tim Rover is awesome and I am so happy he is a fan.
This is a great video, thanks! I'll be installing one of these soon, it arrives in a few days. Any thoughts on whether I should paint the bare metal under the stock hinges after I remove them?
I didn't notice any rust after removing the stock hinges so I left it as is. Good luck I think your really going to like this.
I know it's not critical, but the 3rd break light wire should be put into the side of the mount prior to putting the mount on so that it's a neat install, otherwise your wire is just hanging out. May be necessary for a larger tire but it can easily run up to a 34...not sure about 35.
Hi, The wire on my Jeep was not long enough to run into the side of the third brake light.
The instructions say to torque the 4 bolts that go through the main plate, light bracket and wheel mount bracket to 80 ft lbs, how do you do that? The tightest I got them was around 60. It's just difficult holding the wrench on the other side of this heavy ass plate and not letting the torque wrench slip on the other.
I didn't seem to have that problem but my son was a second pair of hands when assembling the mount. It is heavy and awkward a helper makes things go very smooth.
@@RVHabit "smooth" is a relative term.
Thanks dude
Lou, How much are you going to lift the Jeep? I saw a guy the other day with a 3" lift so he could get 35's on and it looked great. good luck with the lift and nice job.
RV Enthusiast hi Bruce, I'm going with a 3 inch lift by BDS and 34 inch BFG KO2 tires. I'm going to have the lift professionally installed. I think its a little to much for me to do it myself. I will do a video when its all done. Have it scheduled for the week before thanksgiving. I can't wait! Thanks for watching and stay safe, Lou.
I have a 2 1/2 lift with 34 inch tires do you think this product will hold it well? I also see you said yours is still holding up well with no rust.
All I can say is 6 years later and it has held up perfectly and I have no complaints. Works very well.
Tow vehicle for your rv? What rv do you have if you don’t mine me asking? I’ve been looking for one that my jeep can tow but they all are past it’s weight limit.
The Jeep is called a 'toad' or towed. It gets pulled behind my Class C RV. The RV is a 2016 Forest River Forester 2801QS.
Great video - straight to the point which is always nice! I just received my Smitty tire carrier and plan on installing this weekend. Other than on the OEM T50 bolts for the hinge plate, did you use blue loctite on the supplied screws for the tailgate as well?
Hi Rick, I used Loctite on the bolts that attached to the vehicle. If I remember correctly that was it.
@@RVHabit Thanks! I look forward to the installation!
@@RVHabit Installing now - did you use blue loctite on the factory T50 Torx screws as well as the factory bolts for the hinge plate?
Yes blue Loctite
Did you use the 4 spacers and rubber gaskets the came with the mount? I did not use them. Did use the rubber gaskets. Figured it may cut down on any noise. Everything worked great without the spacers. Nice and tight the tailgate ant no rattling or squeaking. Very pleased very HEAVY DUYTY! GREAT VID also.
Yes I did go back and use the metal spacers as I noticed the mount was not sitting even against the tailgate. It is super solid and has held up well.
@@RVHabit I was wondering because that seemed to be the case until i tightened it down then it all lined up. I have seen videos that go both ways but in the end it works really well and does the job. Thanks man.
Was wondering how this tire carrier is holding up today? Looking at purchasing it. Thanks for the video!
It has held up fantastic. Very happy with it.
@@RVHabit Im interested in getting this carrier also. I feel like the teraflex carrier is the better choice but this one is cheaper and looks good.
This tire carrier still holding up after 5 years now? I am considering one for my JK. Any complaints? Is it greaseable at all?
Yes still works and looks great. I have never greased it.
Just had this installed at a shop today and it is rattling like crazy any ideas?
Oh that is not right. I would take it right back to the shop. Mine is very solid and dos not rattle at all.
What size are the pieces of wood you used to hold it up?!
Hi, I just used thin slats of wood that fit between bumper and bottom of the tailgate. The size would be specific to your jeep. You don't need to go crazy just find any scrap of wood that will snugly fit without actually lifting the tailgate.
How did you get the studs in? Just pressed them in?
Hi Matt, yes you decide what holes you want to use and when you tighten the nut on the bolt the bolt presses into place. The studs will then stay in pla e when you remove the spare.
is there any problems with rattles with the tire installed while driving ?
The tire does not make any noise while driving. Very solid.
Mine came with 4 metal plates with rubber gaskets. Where did you put those??
they go behind the main plate that attaches to the tailgate. It is a spacer and gasket to keep the plate solid and in line.
@@RVHabit did you actually use the spacers? If I were to use the spacers the plate would not be squared on the tailgate.
Yes the spacers go on one side to square up the plate to the tailgate.
Mine didn’t come with metal spacers. I wonder if they forgot to put them in the box,
@@chrismoccia Neither did mine. Box said it was made in 2016. The "legs" on the left side have a deeper setback than on the right, so I'm thinking that makes up for the right side sitting on top of the hinge assembly?
I have 35" tire on my jeep spare. With original hinges. It does sag a bit when you open it. Does this make a difference? Does is shake when off road? Or do you recommend the ones that have the bumper tire carrier.
Hi Jose, I have 34" tires and this thing is rock solid.
How has it held up? I’m between this and the rugged ridge one.
Hi, it has held up excellent. Extremely solid.
@@RVHabit Awesome, just placed my order. Thanks for the video.
I forgot to add no rust showing anywhere either. But beware the directions are worthless lol.
Hey got a question how much you think this Weighs?
I don't remember the exact weight but it is heavy maybe 40 lbs. I know it does increase capacity to hold up to 135 lbs.
RV Habit great thanks
Hey got another question.. I noticed 4 gaskets and 4 spacers the same shape of the gasket I notice you didn't use them in the install video do you know what those are for?
Yes, they go on the four corners of the mount. The directions are very poor and after I did install I realized that the spacers and gaskets are needed to keep the mount in line with hinges. I did install them after the video.
Can't believe how bad these instructions are. As for the spacers and gaskets. Logically 2 go on the left (1 top 1 bottom) to compensate for swing arm on right. But where do the other 2 go?
Also how did your height adjustment settings (up 1 hole) in video work out with your 34s. I have 34s coming too.
The instruction are really the worst. there should be two rubber type spacers and two thicker steel spacers. Both sets go on the left side. The rubber spacer goes on first that seals against the Jeep then the steel spacer goes on. Tire location is good but you probably could go a little lower if you need to.
@@RVHabit Thanks! For some reason I got 4 spacers and 4 gaskets so threw me off. Thanks again for all your help. After 2 years you are still getting views!
Well it is possible they changed the parts a little since I purchased mine. I just wish they would improve the directions. It is a very solid tire carrier mine has held up excellent.
@@tdavelli I just bought one and also have 4 of each. I also noticed there is a rubber gasket in the hinges pre installed. Has anyone added grease to the pivot pins?
I have not added any grease and still operates like new.