I just now finished installing the same carrier. I put one on my JK last year and it's a little different than my JL. This was easier, I just wish I had adjusted from the most to least space between the tire and carrier. I tried it 3 times finally using the widest. LOL Was a lot of work manually tightening nylon lock nuts. SMH Freaking great video man! Yours is The best and clearest. I watched your video several timrs before I got into it.

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

7 күн бұрын

Glad the video helped you out, thanks for watching! Yeah I wish it slid in closer as well but overall it was a great upgrade!

Thanks for the tutorial, really helped me out with my install. Only hiccup I had was removing camera module from factory tire carrier, no fair that yours just popped out and I had to wail on mine with a hammer. Luckily camera still works. Love the solidness of rear door now.

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped, thanks for watching Felix!

Best video👌👌👌this week I going to install it

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

Жыл бұрын

It’s a great tire carrier, mines still doing great 3 years later! Thanks for watching the video!

Great video! Thank you for your content

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

jdbrot no problem, glad you enjoyed it!

I got my hinge done. Works great! Drove up Mt. Union here in AZ was very solid. I wish there was some kind of upgrade for the latch. Anyway thanks for the help! Next up front bumper and winch.

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Aaron Chandler glad your happy with it! I’ve heard of some people putting stick on foam by the latch to help with noise, haven’t needed to try that yet. Should check out my bumper/winch video I’m happy with it!

@aaronchandler2380

4 жыл бұрын

@@FROSTBITEOFFROAD I did! thanks. I got $1200 bucks burning a hole in my pocket right now too LOL!

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Aaron Chandler yeah tell me about it! I’ve been looking at parts all day.

@aaronchandler2380

4 жыл бұрын

@@FROSTBITEOFFROAD Me too. i'm also trying to talk the wife into buying "us" a Magellan GPS with her half.

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Aaron Chandler good luck with that one man! I have to do a lot of talking to get “us” more Jeep parts lol.

Looks like we did the same thing, I have the rugged ridge adapter only, and my tail gate is suffering, thanks for the video!

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Aaron Chandler it’s definitely better, the rattling is a lot quieter. I wish I would have done it sooner, I think the tailgate metal is weakened from not having it enforced.

@aaronchandler2380

4 жыл бұрын

Frostbite JL Yes, that’s exactly what I’m afraid of. I like rugged ridge stuff too. I have a 2 door I put on the Teraflex ST2 lift with Falcon shocks. I want to do a front bumper and winch too but I guess I’ll do the tail gate first. Thanks for your video it was exactly what I was looking for.

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Aaron Chandler that’s great, I’m glad it helps you out, that’s exactly why I decided to make these videos! If you have any other questions just hit me up. Happy trails!

Hey man, thanks for the video. I realized i can do this myself! :)

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Sean F I’m glad the video helped you! It’s not a hard install just take your time and it will be great!

@seanalexander9373

4 жыл бұрын

@@FROSTBITEOFFROAD my tire carrier got here today. Just to recap, the tools needed was a t50 torx, t55 torx, blue locktite, impact drill, 18mm socket, 19mm wrench?

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Sean F that sounds about right, it’s been awhile since I installed it but the t50/55’s are the odd ones that you need for sure. Let me know if you have any other questions.

@seanalexander9373

4 жыл бұрын

@@FROSTBITEOFFROAD thank you!

@dab0yhdizzle

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks can u send me link of impact drill link I can't find which machine i have to tight up screws thanks

After installing this rugged ridge tire kit carrier, did hear any rattling or clunking, vibration, or any sounds? Also when you open the tail gait door is it hard to open like stuck and feels like tire is heavy? Since your driving this tires carrier for a while how is it?

Tip for quality content. Record horizontally. Great video outside of that.

over all no too bad!

If you didn't manhandle those hinge covers you could have reused them. I have seen many videos where guys peeled them off carefully and were able to reuse them.

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I’ve see that as well, they don’t serve much purpose besides keeping paint out of that pocket during assembly. I do plan to check the torque of those bolts periodically so didn’t see the need in keeping them from a functional standpoint, some people do get a little nervous when working on new Jeep’s and want to keep it as factory as possible. Thanks for watching.

@felixarriechejr9344

Жыл бұрын

@@FROSTBITEOFFROAD Good answer, after all!

Hi had a question I installed the whole kit and once I got the camera mounted I put the last casting camera cover so to speak over it and the camera is off center doesn’t line up to the casting piece and help would be so great on how to center the camera etc

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

15 күн бұрын

If I recall my camera cover piece was bent from welding as well. I just hit it a few times with a sledgehammer and straightened it out. Hope this helps, thanks for watching!

What about the 2nd bump stop for the spare ? I only see one installed

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

28 күн бұрын

If I remember correctly, that specific tire carrier covered the other hole.

What size socket do you use to hook up the new lug nuts to the spare

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a 22mm.

no one perforated the painted sticker, you should have watched how it gets done before u tubing your installation

Hi sir! Planning to get this one but so far, have you seen any rusting? Thank you!!

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Philip Charles Bolo no rusting, it still looks great and no noise even with the bigger 37”s.

@bobnoblesjr.465

3 жыл бұрын

Philip Charles Bolo I have this on my jl sport unlimited. Issues I've found are: Rust developing on the top of the hinge bolt heads. Also used Daystar tire bumps. There is a hole for the one needed on the rear driver's side, but for the rear passenger side, you may want to drill a hole at the approximate corresponding spot and then cut down both to fit. I think this is something that Rugged Ridge needs to address. Also, there really isn't any up or down adjustment, only in and out, or slant. Again, this is something that I think Rugged Ridge could fix. Hopefully, they'll come out with one that has these features, other than that, It's heavy duty and very well made.

second time watching, good job, but do not rip your painted stickers thru, reuse them! razor blade job!

Hey Aaron I ordered just the spartacus HD Tire carrier , the hinge will that be strong enough

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Eric Gunny Porter I had a heavy 35” tire on my previous setup and the tailgate started to make a lot of noise after off-roading a few times. Doing this whole kit really helped!

@aaronchandler2380

4 жыл бұрын

I would also say no. If you’re going off road a lot you’ll notice your tailgate suffering if it has a big tire on it.

Thanks for sharing. My RR hinge kit arrives tomorrow, did you add any sealant or weatherstrip to hinge assembly where it slides into Jeep body and tub? I’m hearing there may be gaps where water can get in, any suggestions? Thanks

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Jared Monez mine didn’t have any noticeable gaps, you could add thin stick on foam strips if you’re worried about it. You will really like the hinge once it’s installed, helps a lot with heavy spares. Thanks for watching!

Hey, Frostbite...did they ever send you your rear camera cover?

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

3 жыл бұрын

Tim Robinson yes they did, I had it to me by the time I did my review video. Maybe 2 weeks at the most.

@TimR.VetGolf

3 жыл бұрын

Cool. You still liking it? I just ordered it.

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

3 жыл бұрын

Tim Robinson yeah it’s still working great and rattle free, you’ll enjoy it.

@TimR.VetGolf

3 жыл бұрын

@@FROSTBITEOFFROAD Awesome...thanks!

How is it holding up? Some reviews say it starts to rust right out of the gate.

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

3 жыл бұрын

Mines holding up great, I live in a fairly wet area as well. They do have great customer service if you do have any issues.

@WalkerTexasplumber

2 жыл бұрын

It’s aluminum

My spare tire carrier camera housing is all one solid piece ?? My camera doesn't pop out with the lug nut bracket !! 🙄 Mine is a 2019 JLUR ... I dont know how to get the camera out to reinstall into the RUGGED RIDGE carrier ?? Wtf ....

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Philip Delzmen that’s strange all the ones I’ve seen have the two screws into the housing that removes from the plastic. Is it the Mopar HD tire carrier?

@philipdelzmen7226

4 жыл бұрын

@@FROSTBITEOFFROAD yes I did get it separated,, it was fused together & took quite alot of patience & luck to get it apart & slip out.. But it's done & installed...👍 One thing that I didn't like was the hinge pins are NOT removable, they are press fitted in... I wanted to have the whole thing powder coated to match my Bright white body color,,, but I could powder coat so I just had it painted... Looks ok, but NOT what I was hoping to achieve... Install is finished tho.... Thanks for the fast response..👍

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Philip Delzmen I’m glad you were able to install it! I do still really like mine it’s pretty solid. I don’t think I’ve ever seen one paint matched, probably looks pretty cool.

How’s the hinge holding up?

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

Жыл бұрын

Good, still no complaints. It’s been holding up great 👍

I want to do this same thing but I am not sure if I could feed the brake light connector through the wheels that I have. the holes on my wheels look too small. I have black rhino arsenal wheels, anyone know if this will work or not?

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

4 жыл бұрын

Leon Gorani after looking at those wheels you should be ok. The only thing might be not having enough slack, but on mine I have extra that I have to tuck back behind the wheel. The brake light plug is pretty small, hope this helps.

@leongorani5121

4 жыл бұрын

Frostbite JL okay thanks I appreciate it I will have to double check and see how it will work

You need some real tools my friend.

Please tell me you didn’t put duct tape on your paint . Smh 🤦🏻‍♂️

@FROSTBITEOFFROAD

2 жыл бұрын

Yep and it worked just fine, thanks for watching Kris!