Spare tire under Minnie 2529RG trailer?

[TwoFrom93449]

We are considering putting our spare tire underneath on our 2529RG. Any suggestions?

[Fred 2106DS]

Here's a link to my post showing my underneath mounting solution using a BAL Retract-A-Spare Tire Mount.

https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/...ml#post3920514

To mount the tire a high as possible, besides drilling the holes needed for the mounting bolts, my mounting solution required drilling a hole through the frame for the drive nut. I used an 1 1/8" carbide tipped hole saw for this.

[No1Hunter]

I'm thinking ab out getting one of these, though I haven't pulled the trigger yet. I hear they deform the spare tire a little.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...KIKX0DER&psc=1

[TwoFrom93449]

Would this require some plates on the frame to drop the top of the spare below the underbelly?

[No1Hunter]

Originally Posted by TwoFrom93449

Would this require some plates on the frame to drop the top of the spare below the underbelly?

From what I understand, no. The tire fits up against the underbelly. So, it is best to locate it as close to the axel as possible.

[RocknRoll]

Here was my solution. Not sure how much clearance you have but it works for me.
https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/...to-tongue-348/

[No1Hunter]

Originally Posted by RocknRoll

Here was my solution. Not sure how much clearance you have but it works for me.
https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/...to-tongue-348/

Though clearance could be an issue where I go, I am trying to stay as weight neutral as possible. As it is, fully loaded, I am pushing 800lbs of tongue weight and moving the tire from the back to the front would, I'm guessing, another 100lbs to the tongue.