Description: The Wilco Offroad Hitchgate™ Offset spare tire carrier universally fits on virtually all vehicles with a Class III 2" hitch receiver. This swing-away, spare tire carrier mounts to any 2-inch receiver and is perfect for SUVs, Jeeps, vans and pickups. This tough tire carrier secures up to a 38-inch spare tire while maintaining ground clearance, and minimal change in departure angles when driving off-road. Release a single latch pin and it opens wide for full access to the vehicle’s cargo space. The Hitchgate also maintains the vehicle’s towing capabilities with an integrated Class IV receiver. *Swings out 160 Degrees* Compatible with 2.5″ (Class V) receivers with available adapter sleeve. (32190) KEY BENEFITS Carry up to a 38-inch tire on full size trucks Compatible with most vehicles equipped with a 2-inch hitch receiver Maintain access to receiver for towing and hitch-mounted accessories NEW FEATURES Integrated Hi-Lift mount and hardware Bolt-Action Anti-Swing Pin Secondary Compression Latch for Extra Strength and Security Rotopax compatible fuel mount options ***PLEASE READ*** Zero offset or shallow offset (high positive offset) wheels may require an additional wheel spacer. 4.5″ of clearance required from center of hitch pin hole rearward for it to be compliant with wedge lock system. You may need to relocate spare tire from underneath or modify to gain the necessary clearance. The face of your hitch receiver needs to be at least flush with the outer most edge of the rear bumper, Not receded. No more than 1.5" The Hitchgate Offset is not compatible with vehicles with Clam-Shell Rear doors (Toyota Land Cruisers, Lexus LX Series, Etc.) Vehicles need at least 8" of clearance from top of hitch to bottom of rear door/tailgate Gas/Fluid/Tool Accessories Dual Rotopax Mount DRPM33470 48″ All-Cast Hi-Lift Jack HLJ0485 Horizontal Low-Rise Hi-Lift Mount aka Dan’s Hi-Lift DAN32211 (Works on Offset and Max) Towing/Compliance Accessories 2.5″ Hitch Adapter 32190 (Allows functioning wedgelock in a 2.5″ hitch) Wobble Free Hitch Extension HE31973 Master Lock Non-Locking Hitch Pin 1465DAT Master Lock Locking Hitch Pin 1480DAT Master Lock Locking Hitch Pin Extended Length 1469DAT (recommended for 2.5″ hitches, Tacoma/Tundra/4Runner) Master Lock, black weather resistant lock with key 311D The Hitchgate Offset is tow-rated at 7,500 lbs (max trailer weight) and 750 lbs (tongue weight). *These limits may be more than your vehicle’s capacity. **Notice of maintenance required** - Periodic tightening of the pivot bolt with a torque wrench to at least 60-70lbs every few months is needed to prevent movement on the swing arm. Also, over time replacing the Delrin washers and T handle bushings.
