Engine bay spare tire mount

[Pathfinder]

Thinking about moving my spare to the engine bay. What bracket do I need? Cant find it in Clarks.

[davemotohead]

You need the spare tire mount bracket, I have some, send me a PM

[notched]

For 65-69 there are 2 different designs.
There is the 65-mid 66 that has the stud for mounting the lug wrench.
The 2nd is the mid 66-69 style with no stud as the stud was moved to the trunk. I would assume so no one steals the lug wrench.

[davemotohead]

This is what you need, the triangular mount that bolts to the rear frame rails.

[66vairguy]

I've ordered parts from Davemotohead before. Great service, no issues.

[terribleted]

I personally would leave the spare mounted in the trunk unless I just had to have it stock, and if it was factory mounted in the trunk (some cars were) I would certainly not move it. Better weight distribution, spare tire not roasting in engine heat, and better engine access. Only if I was hot on a totally stock setup would I move my spare back to the engine bay. A good solid mount can be easily fabricated for mounting the spare in the trunk if it is not currently mounted (loose in the trunk is not a good idea). A loop built into the vertical face of the trunk floor, a suitably sized large threaded J to hook into the loop and stick out thru the face of the wheel, a nut for the end of the J hook and a perhaps a large washer (3+") if you prefer to put the hook thru the center of the wheel rather than a lug hole.

[Latrgatr]

It is good to have the engine option if you plan to take a trip in the car -- gives you more room for luggage/spare parts.


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