Spare wheel/tire question

[ZLAYER]

If I understand correctly, a 35x12.5 tire should work in the factory spare location provided that you air it down and have a good pump for when you need it. I don’t remember reading whether I can use an aftermarket wheel (method nv 18x9) in the factory spare location. Anybody know if it’s doable?

 

[Trailmaker]

If I understand correctly, a 35x12.5 tire should work in the factory spare location provided that you air it down and have a good pump for when you need it. I don’t remember reading whether I can use an aftermarket wheel (method nv 18x9) in the factory spare location. Anybody know if it’s doable?

It fits air down. For some it takes 2 people to put it up there though. One for the crank and one under it pushing it around, and saying wordy dirtys. Haha.

 

[SeppW]

It probably would work if the center cap can be removed.

 

[JHD1827]

I haven't tried yet but I will say any wheel will fit. The tire is the only limiting factor. The wheel is held up by a cable with T bar on the end that goes through the center hub section of the wheel. If I step up to 35's my plan is to keep the factory spare rim. I think the steel T will mar up your pretty wheel over time. The only reason I would buy a 5th wheel would be if it was a bed mounted 37. If you haven't yet drop your spare to get an idea of what your working with. It may be possible to add some rubber pads to the T but I think road grime/dust will still wear a spot on the wheel. Good luck!

Im going to test fit a 35 off my Jeep before I make the change. My factory spare is 1/8" from touching the heat shield. I'm not convinced a 35 will fit until it does..

 

[TerrysWagon]

I was able to get a 35x12.5 in the spare stow spot but I had to air it all the way down and since I don’t have on board air that kinda defeated the purpose and I removed it.

 

[Daw14]

Watch out for dry rotted,heat cracked tread.