Spare Tire Carrier

Sailor34957 · 01-06-2005, 05:54 AM

I have a model 3666 2001 Dutch Star Diesel Puller and need to install a spare tire carrier. Have an idea of building on on one side of the frame behind a locker door that lets down for easy removal and replacing. Just wondered if anyone knew of a commercial one that works well.

Can't believe Newmar did not put on on the rig.

Sailor34957 · 01-06-2005, 05:54 AM

I have a model 3666 2001 Dutch Star Diesel Puller and need to install a spare tire carrier. Have an idea of building on on one side of the frame behind a locker door that lets down for easy removal and replacing. Just wondered if anyone knew of a commercial one that works well.

Can't believe Newmar did not put on on the rig.

**"007"** · 01-06-2005, 07:41 AM

Welcome Sailor to the Newmar grp. and to irv2. Newmar has had spare tire holders in the rear bumpers that slide out an like mine a carrier that drops down just to the rear of the gas tank on my 2003 KS. I do not know if you can get one from Newmar to install on yours but its worth a try. I was not sure you had a puller, I until you changed your post.--007

kenkap · 05-02-2006, 01:29 AM

Contemplating a trip to Alaska, I've investigated the "no room for a spare" problem. If I tow the CRV, it will carry the unmounted spare inside. But without a toad, I don't need my hitch leaving the receiver free for a cargo carrier to hold a properly secured tire.

Is there any reason why this is not a good idea?

Cruzer · 05-02-2006, 04:36 AM

Personally, I wouldn't leave the toad home on a trip like that. You can add a spare tire carrier and still tow your CRV. Check out the following link for the RV Tire Carrier, which lets you do both. That's what I would do on an Alaska trip.