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First Gen tailgate mounted spare tire swing out mounts?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Snupa, Jul 6, 2020.

  1. Jul 6, 2020 at 6:37 AM
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    Snupa

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    I know 4xinnovations makes a heavy duty swing-out spare tire carrier that mounts just behind the tailgate...but for second gens.

    Here is the link: https://www.4xinnovations.com/Swing-Out-Tire-Carrier_p_112.html

    Does anything like this exist for first gen's? I'm looking for something that you can incorporate a fold down cook tray into...on top of feul cannisters, hijack mount blah blah blah
     
  2. Jul 6, 2020 at 9:14 AM
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    #tiregateclub powers, activate

    Form of, Wilco Tire Gate :rofl:

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  4. Jul 6, 2020 at 10:14 AM
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    ^^ this guy can make you a legit tire gate swingout


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    I think OP has his terminology mixed up. Looks like he’s looking for a traditional swingout bumper as opposed to a tailgate replacement.
     
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    As mentioned above @Snupa ,the member @GHOST SHIP will fabricate you a mean tiregate. I'm sure he can easily customize it to your liking if you want a fold down table and whatnot.

    He built the custom sliders on my truck and a whole lot more for other members.
     
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    Ahh ok

    I may be wanting the same (future talk)
     
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  9. Jul 6, 2020 at 1:56 PM
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    @GHOST SHIP You hit the nail on the head, not looking to replace the bumper as I'm getting a GFC camper mounted.

    I'm looking for a bumper mounted...spare tire swing-out...that also has a jerry can holder and a folding tray for cooking. I'm not going to bother you with pricing or anything as I'm not looking to purchase at this moment...just doing preliminary research. If you're still available to take orders when I am in the market I will definitely reach out. Thanks for all the info y'all
     
  10. Jul 6, 2020 at 2:03 PM
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    Is there a write up on the build of this gate? Or even close ups of what's going on with the latches?
     
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    I can take some close ups later but @GHOST SHIP could give you more details about building it (he made it for me)
     
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  12. Jul 6, 2020 at 2:08 PM
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    Thanks! I have been looking for a way to get my spare out of the bed and itching to use the welder lately.
     
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    6D71ECC4-8DC4-4773-9933-6D8997C6E5C4.jpg D268C494-0A94-4C2F-BD84-1CE4E71714EA.jpg if you are well inclined with the welder, why not build your own? super simple and will save you a lot of money. i could send you the measurements i used for mine but it will ultimately depend on your bumper choice

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    That's nice truck overall. Do you have a build page?
     
  18. Jul 6, 2020 at 6:02 PM
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    i do not, it’s nothing special really. wheels. 5100s. 33s. cap. rear bumper. that’s about it! thanks for the kind words
     
  19. Jul 6, 2020 at 6:09 PM
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    I really like your truck! Do you still have the swing-out tire bumper measurements? @BT85
     

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