Built to the
same uncompromising standards as our bull bars, all ARB tire
carriers incorporate a heavy duty towing system and depending on
the vehicle may accommodate one or two tires or a jerry can
holder.
There are many benefits associated with fitting a tire carrier
to a vehicle. Many 4x4s have their spare tire positioned
underneath the vehicle making it difficult to access and
vulnerable to damage, particularly in harsh off road
environments. Others have their spare tire mounted on the back
door, which can place stress on the door hinges, resulting in
rattles and compromised dust sealing as increased wear is put on
the door assembly. Both of these mounting methods can also prove
unsuitable if a larger tire size is sought. An ARB tire carrier
addresses all of these issues, relocating the spare tire onto
the bumper assembly via a swing out carrier.
Operation of the swing out carriers couldn't be simpler. Slight
pressure applied to a lever opens each carrier with a gas strut
assisting this process. The strut holds the carrier in the open
position, with engagement of a locking pin only being necessary
if the vehicle is on an extreme side angle. The carrier can be
closed with a simple slam shut, with the spring loaded locking
pin automatically disengaging as soon as the weight is released.
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