User Tag List

Reply
 
Thread Tools Rate Thread Display Modes
Old 03-31-2020, 05:30 PM #1
chris.817's Avatar
chris.817 chris.817 is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Virginia Beach
Posts: 13
chris.817 is on a distinguished road
chris.817 chris.817 is offline
Junior Member
chris.817's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Virginia Beach
Posts: 13
chris.817 is on a distinguished road
DIY Tire Carrier

Hey folks,

Just finished this build and thought I'd share. First, thanks go out to Adventurous Mind on YouTube for the inspiration. I sourced parts from his links and also re-designed based on his complaints on his build. Sorry, no fancy video, just pictures.

The complaints I addressed were the through bumper mount and the too thin metal used for the center support. This version goes straight through the bumper so it can be installed and removed with the bumper in place. It bolts directly to the chassis and I sleeved the tubing so it would not crush. I have not decided on what to put on the driver's side at this point so it is unused. My lesson learned would be to mount the tire to the plate and weld on the lug bolts versus drilling and pressing them in. They do not line up well enough for the sleeved lug nuts. Also, I only used one latch. Seemed plenty.

After a couple days of using it I can say that it is rock solid. It has not been off road but I don't anticipate issues. Fingers crossed.
Attached Images
DIY Tire Carrier-img_2810-sm-jpg  DIY Tire Carrier-img_2812-sm-jpg  DIY Tire Carrier-img_2813-sm-jpg  DIY Tire Carrier-img_2814-sm-jpg  DIY Tire Carrier-img_2815-sm-jpg 
chris.817 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 03-31-2020, 05:42 PM #2
Warwicke36's Avatar
Warwicke36 Warwicke36 is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2019
Posts: 294
Warwicke36 is a jewel in the rough Warwicke36 is a jewel in the rough Warwicke36 is a jewel in the rough
Warwicke36 Warwicke36 is offline
Member
Warwicke36's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2019
Posts: 294
Warwicke36 is a jewel in the rough Warwicke36 is a jewel in the rough Warwicke36 is a jewel in the rough
Very well done! Ive been contemplating doing this as well. Really like that the hitch is still accessible!
__________________
2004 Sport 4.0
Warwicke36 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 03-31-2020, 05:58 PM #3
Caldizzle's Avatar
Caldizzle Caldizzle is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Denver
Posts: 103
Real Name: Calvin
Caldizzle will become famous soon enough
Caldizzle Caldizzle is offline
Member
Caldizzle's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Denver
Posts: 103
Real Name: Calvin
Caldizzle will become famous soon enough
Nice! I have a double shear mount sitting in my garage waiting for some time to do just this! Do you have a picture of how it mounts to the frame? I had considered just welding it on, but if it's pretty solid just bolted on...
__________________
2006 Sport Edition 4x4 V8
Bilstein 6112 w/ King 700# springs (5th clip), Toytec 2" springs in the rear w/ ICON 2.0,
CBI single hoop front bumper, Smittybilt 9500 XRC, RCI steel full skid package, 285/70r17 BFG KO2s on TRD Offroad wheels
Caldizzle is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 03-31-2020, 06:45 PM #4
chris.817's Avatar
chris.817 chris.817 is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Virginia Beach
Posts: 13
chris.817 is on a distinguished road
chris.817 chris.817 is offline
Junior Member
chris.817's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Virginia Beach
Posts: 13
chris.817 is on a distinguished road
Don't weld it on...

I sleeved and boxed the tubing. I welded 1/2" nuts to a backing plate, cut the cap off the chassis (see yellow), welded in the backing plate, then welded the chassis cap back on. My buddy is holding one in place. The extensions then bolt to these nuts through holes drilled in the chassis. This makes the extensions removable which they certainly need to be so the bumper can be removed in the future.

I'm pretty sure these could double as tow points. And please no welding jokes... I'm learning.
Attached Images
DIY Tire Carrier-img_2732-sm-jpg  DIY Tire Carrier-img_2738-sm-jpg  DIY Tire Carrier-img_2739-sm-jpg  DIY Tire Carrier-img_2751-sm-jpg  DIY Tire Carrier-img_2817-sm-jpg 

Last edited by chris.817; 03-31-2020 at 06:48 PM. Reason: Add content
chris.817 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 03-31-2020, 08:50 PM #5
Bumbo's Avatar
Bumbo Bumbo is offline
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: CA
Posts: 3,529
Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of
Bumbo Bumbo is offline
Senior Member
Bumbo's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: CA
Posts: 3,529
Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of Bumbo has much to be proud of
Wow, that looks great.

I would consider buying that if you were producing them. Hint Hint
Bumbo is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 03-31-2020, 09:07 PM #6
Caldizzle's Avatar
Caldizzle Caldizzle is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Denver
Posts: 103
Real Name: Calvin
Caldizzle will become famous soon enough
Caldizzle Caldizzle is offline
Member
Caldizzle's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Denver
Posts: 103
Real Name: Calvin
Caldizzle will become famous soon enough
Quote:
Originally Posted by chris.817 View Post
I sleeved and boxed the tubing. I welded 1/2" nuts to a backing plate, cut the cap off the chassis (see yellow), welded in the backing plate, then welded the chassis cap back on. My buddy is holding one in place. The extensions then bolt to these nuts through holes drilled in the chassis. This makes the extensions removable which they certainly need to be so the bumper can be removed in the future.

I'm pretty sure these could double as tow points. And please no welding jokes... I'm learning.
Awesome...thanks for the info. The thought had crossed my mind that I didn't want two huge slits going up through the bumper. I will definitely dip into your design a little bit to add on to what I had in mind.

Ha, I don't expect near that level of welds, it will be my first time, learning from a friend.

Happy to see a few more posts of this kind of stuff, I don't want/need a full steel rear bumper, and the Wilco is way overpriced and bulky IMO, along with taking up the hitch. This type of carrier seems to be easy enough and fits my criteria. Good job again
__________________
2006 Sport Edition 4x4 V8
Bilstein 6112 w/ King 700# springs (5th clip), Toytec 2" springs in the rear w/ ICON 2.0,
CBI single hoop front bumper, Smittybilt 9500 XRC, RCI steel full skid package, 285/70r17 BFG KO2s on TRD Offroad wheels
Caldizzle is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 03-31-2020, 09:51 PM #7
KrazedJD's Avatar
KrazedJD KrazedJD is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Central NJ
Age: 47
Posts: 92
KrazedJD is on a distinguished road
KrazedJD KrazedJD is offline
Member
KrazedJD's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Central NJ
Age: 47
Posts: 92
KrazedJD is on a distinguished road
Great job and excellent idea! You could totally manufacture this and sell it!

Do you have a closeup of the locking pin assembly?
KrazedJD is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 03-31-2020, 10:58 PM #8
chris.817's Avatar
chris.817 chris.817 is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Virginia Beach
Posts: 13
chris.817 is on a distinguished road
chris.817 chris.817 is offline
Junior Member
chris.817's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Virginia Beach
Posts: 13
chris.817 is on a distinguished road
Locking pin

The locking pins are two piece. The pin/handle/spring and the threaded sleeve.
First picture is the sleeve tacked to mounts I built. I added a ramp for them to lock into in second picture (also shows boxed end and corner gusset). Third picture is finished product. I can release them for full open.
Attached Images
DIY Tire Carrier-img_2781-sm-jpg  DIY Tire Carrier-img_2786-sm-cropped-ramp-jpg  DIY Tire Carrier-img_2811-sm-jpg 
__________________
1999 4Runner Highlander (original owner) 225k miles - all original
2004 4Runner Limited 4.0 170k miles - DIY inside OEM bumper 12k winch, DIY tire carrier
chris.817 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 04-01-2020, 03:58 AM #9
kodenco's Avatar
kodenco kodenco is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: California
Posts: 6
kodenco is on a distinguished road
kodenco kodenco is offline
Junior Member
kodenco's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: California
Posts: 6
kodenco is on a distinguished road
This is badass! Exactly what I’m looking for! OP, do you plan on making more than one?
kodenco is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 04-01-2020, 10:10 AM #10
thuanvu thuanvu is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Dallas, TX
Posts: 90
thuanvu will become famous soon enough
thuanvu thuanvu is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: Dallas, TX
Posts: 90
thuanvu will become famous soon enough
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bumbo View Post
Wow, that looks great.

I would consider buying that if you were producing them. Hint Hint
I second the motion. All in favor?
__________________
2004 Limited AWD V8, Icon Stage 2 w/DJ UCA, Nitto Terra Grappler 285/70/17, SCS SR8, Apex Front Recovery Points, Prinsu Roof Rack
thuanvu is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 04-01-2020, 03:33 PM #11
KrazedJD's Avatar
KrazedJD KrazedJD is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Central NJ
Age: 47
Posts: 92
KrazedJD is on a distinguished road
KrazedJD KrazedJD is offline
Member
KrazedJD's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Central NJ
Age: 47
Posts: 92
KrazedJD is on a distinguished road
Quote:
Originally Posted by thuanvu View Post
i second the motion. All in favor?
aye!
KrazedJD is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 04-01-2020, 03:34 PM #12
Auditechnician Auditechnician is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2018
Location: StL
Posts: 32
Auditechnician is on a distinguished road
Auditechnician Auditechnician is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2018
Location: StL
Posts: 32
Auditechnician is on a distinguished road
Much want. Would buy.
Auditechnician is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 04-01-2020, 07:03 PM #13
MT Runner's Avatar
MT Runner MT Runner is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Montana
Posts: 179
MT Runner will become famous soon enough
MT Runner MT Runner is offline
Member
MT Runner's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Montana
Posts: 179
MT Runner will become famous soon enough
This is a great setup, I’d be down for one for sure if you were so inclined to build a few
__________________
2005 SR5 V6
URD headers and MAF Cal
AFE Intake
Dobinson, JBA UCA’s, 255/75R17 KO2’s, Level 8 MK6 wheels
MT Runner is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 04-01-2020, 08:09 PM #14
chris.817's Avatar
chris.817 chris.817 is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Virginia Beach
Posts: 13
chris.817 is on a distinguished road
chris.817 chris.817 is offline
Junior Member
chris.817's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Virginia Beach
Posts: 13
chris.817 is on a distinguished road
Some assembly required

Folks,

I did this project because I didn't want to spend the money on a bumper and all the accessories. They are very nice but cost as much as I paid for the vehicle... I also thought I could give back here by providing the process I followed based originally off the one I found on youtube. I can provide all the measurements to save you a lot of time, trial and error. I'm not a fabricator nor is this kind of stuff a business for me.

All that said, I'm willing to duplicate it for someone. There are two catches.

First, it does require welding on the chassis to access the inside of the boxed frame to insert the backing plate and nuts. I don't see any way around it. See picture of corner that must be removed and re-welded. It's no big deal but has to be done.

Second, the center brace was fabricated on the vehicle to match the supports with the weight of the tire in place. I don't believe that's a show stopper but would have to test a theory to be sure.

If anyone is really serious and wants to be a test case, just PM me. We can see if I can do it for a price that's reasonable.

Thanks again for all the positive feedback. I really appreciate it.

Stay tuned for the winch mount...

Chris
Attached Images
DIY Tire Carrier-img_2732-crop-jpg 
__________________
1999 4Runner Highlander (original owner) 225k miles - all original
2004 4Runner Limited 4.0 170k miles - DIY inside OEM bumper 12k winch, DIY tire carrier

Last edited by chris.817; 04-01-2020 at 08:13 PM. Reason: add content
chris.817 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Old 04-02-2020, 03:46 PM #15
Fozzy_Bear Fozzy_Bear is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2020
Location: San Diego
Posts: 11
Fozzy_Bear is on a distinguished road
Fozzy_Bear Fozzy_Bear is offline
Junior Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2020
Location: San Diego
Posts: 11
Fozzy_Bear is on a distinguished road
Great idea and maintains OEM look
Fozzy_Bear is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
Reply

Tags
bumper , complaints , lug , mount , tire

Thread Tools
Display Modes Rate This Thread
Rate This Thread:

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On

Forum Jump

Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
Someone needs to offer a tire carrier like the HUMVEE tire carrier. Road Bull 3rd gen T4Rs 21 07-09-2017 05:03 AM
WTB: Gen 4 Roof Rack, Rear Bumper with Carrier or hitch mounted tire carrier yotanoob Want to Buy/Trade 0 11-23-2016 01:15 AM
Tire Gate Spare Tire Carrier $500 TravelWest01 For Sale: T4R Items 4 11-16-2015 12:41 AM
WTB: 4th Gen Spare Tire Carrier and Carrier Guide jkemp Want to Buy/Trade 0 10-09-2015 02:17 PM

Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v3.2.2

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 09:13 PM.

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Search Engine Optimisation provided by DragonByte SEO (Pro) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
Feedback Buttons provided by Advanced Post Thanks / Like (Lite) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
User Alert System provided by Advanced User Tagging (Lite) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
***This site is an unofficial Toyota site, and is not officially endorsed, supported, authorized by or affiliated with Toyota. All company, product, or service names references in this web site are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. The Toyota name, marks, designs and logos, as well as Toyota model names, are registered trademarks of Toyota Motor Corporation***Ad Management plugin by RedTyger
 
Copyright © 2020