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Rusty’s Jeep Tire Carriers

Built to carry up to a 40” spare tire with one-hand operation and trail-proven stability

Bigger tires look right on a Jeep, but the factory tailgate was never meant to deal with that kind of weight. Rusty’s Jeep Tire Carriers are built to support oversized spares, reinforce the mounting area, and keep everything tight whether you're driving across town or bouncing through rough trails.

Supports spare tires up to 40 inches
One-hand operation for easy everyday use
No sagging, rattling, or sloppy factory feel
Built for real off-road abuse, not parking lot looks

Built for Real Weight and Real Trails

Rusty’s Tire Carriers are designed for Jeep owners who actually use their rigs. When you move up to a larger wheel and tire combo, all that weight starts working on the tailgate, hinge area, and mounting points every time you hit a bump, washboard road, ledge, or trail obstacle.

That extra stress adds up fast. Rusty’s solves that problem with a stronger, more stable mounting solution that keeps your spare supported and your rear end feeling tight.

One-Hand Operation Without the Usual Hassle

A lot of heavy-duty tire carriers end up being awkward, bulky, or annoying to use every day. Rusty’s keeps it simple. These carriers are designed to open and close easily with one hand while still supporting the kind of tire size serious Jeep builds demand.

That means you get the strength you want on the trail without turning the back of your Jeep into a chore every time you need access.

No Rattle. No Sag. Just Solid Support.

Weak factory mounts and sloppy aftermarket designs tend to show their problems fast once you hang a heavier spare off the back of a Jeep. Rusty’s Tire Carriers are built to reduce unwanted movement, keep the spare tighter, and hold everything more securely over time.

The result is a rear setup that feels more stable, works better on rough terrain, and inspires a lot more confidence when your Jeep actually gets used.

Why Upgrade Your Jeep Tire Carrier?

Supports oversized spare tires up to 40 inches
Helps reduce tailgate flex and long-term wear
Keeps the spare tighter and more secure on rough terrain
Reduces rattles, sagging, and unwanted movement
Built for both daily driving and serious off-road use

Tire Carrier Options for JK, JL, TJ, and LJ Wranglers

Rusty’s offers Jeep tire carrier solutions built around specific Wrangler platforms, so you get the right fit, the right support, and the right function for your build.

JK Wrangler Tire Carriers
Built to handle the added weight of larger spare tires on 2007–2018 JK Wranglers while reinforcing the rear structure and maintaining smooth operation.

JL Wrangler Tire Carriers
Designed for 2018-current JL Wrangler builds that need a stronger way to carry an oversized spare without putting unnecessary stress on the tailgate.

TJ and LJ Wrangler Tire Carriers
Developed for 1997–2006 TJ and LJ Wranglers with the same focus on strength, usability, and long-term durability Rusty’s is known for.

Built the Rusty’s Way

Rusty’s has spent decades building Jeep parts for people who actually use them. That means designing products that solve real problems, hold up to abuse, and do what they are supposed to do without extra complexity.

If you’re running a bigger spare or planning to step up in tire size soon, a heavy-duty tire carrier is one of the smartest upgrades you can make for the back of your Jeep.