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How to install a drop down spare tire carrier?

How to install a drop down spare tire carrier?

Install one thrust bushing (3) onto the 1-1/2” diameter pin of the Ratchet Jack-Main Arm- Pivot Base Subassembly (1). 3. Slide the Subassembly (1) into the Pivot Mount (2). Since Subassembly (1) weighs 80 lbs it is recommended that two people perform this step of the installation process. 4.

Where is the secondary latch on a spare tire carrier?

The secondary latch is visible on the left side of the latch plate. ingenious little device plumbed into the stock latch mechanism. secondary latch catches and prevents the carrier from swinging open. steel, studs, a drill press and a welder.

How to make a HMMWV drop down spare tire carrier?

Position the Bumper Lock (1) on the HMMWV bumper as shown in Figure 4-1. The Bumper Lock (1) should be level with the bumper. 3. Install the Bumper Lock (1) using two 1/2-13 x 4” capscrews (3), washers and locknuts as shown in Figure 4-1. 4. Tighten locknuts to 90 lb-ft (122 Nm). FIGURE 4-1 HMMWV DROP DOWN SPARE TIRE CARRIER INSTRUCTIONS

How big are the holes in a spare tire carrier?

With the way into the nut, the bolt would move just a little as I jerked on it. The holes (the brackets appear to be tack welded to the outer body). between the bracket and the outer body wall. Not much – probably about 1/16″ of an inch. On a hunch, I shoved a nylon washer into the washer stayed put, and then gave it a test drive.

Install one thrust bushing (3) onto the 1-1/2” diameter pin of the Ratchet Jack-Main Arm- Pivot Base Subassembly (1). 3. Slide the Subassembly (1) into the Pivot Mount (2). Since Subassembly (1) weighs 80 lbs it is recommended that two people perform this step of the installation process. 4.

Where is the spare tire on a 2005 Ford Escape?

The 2005 Ford Escape’s spare tire is mounted beneath the rear cargo area in front of the rear bumper. This is a common storage place for spare tires on trucks and SUVs. A retaining wire and a metal shaft hold the tire in place.

How does the HMMWV drop down tire carrier accessory kit work?

DESCRIPTION: The HMMWV Drop Down Spare Tire Carrier Accessory Kit includes a spare tire carrier that not only swings away from the rear bumper of a HMMWV, but also has an assist to help raise a spare tire from the ground up to the carrier, and to lower the spare tire (or drop the spare tire down) from the carrier to the ground.

How do you get a spare tire out of a car?

Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise. As you do so, you’ll notice that the spare begins to lower itself. Stop turning when the wrench no longer turns. This will happen a few turns after the spare touches the ground and gives you a little bit of slack in the retainer cable. Scoot the spare tire out from underneath the Escape.

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Ruth Doyle