MetalCloak SportGate Tire Carrier, JK Wrangler
The SportGate spare tire support system includes everything you need to mount an over-sized spare tire securely on your Jeep JK Wrangler - with the “easy to open” convenience of your OEM tailgate handle.
Features Include:- Laser Cut 3/16" Steel Plate Bracket Support
- Heavy Duty Aluminum Billet Hinge Replacements
- Adjustable Height/Width Spare Tire Attachment Plate
- All Hardware for Mounting Spare
- Fits Up to A 37" Tire
- Signature Textured Black Powdercoat
- Rated At 150 lbs
- Made in the USA
CNC Machined billet aluminum replacement hinges were added for even more strength and rigidity to the tire carrier for a more secure and rattle free installation. The billet hinges are finished in a hard anodized black finish for a clean factory look.
The SportGate Tire Mount is an adjustable bracket that allows for custom wheel backspacing; choose the narrower (3.75” – 5.25”) or the wider (4.75” – 6.45”) tire mount to secure your spare tire to the SportGate Tire Carrier. The mount is made of strong CAD designed and laser cut 3/16” hot rolled steel, providing a multitude of stud configurations for the most common bolt patterns.
The SportGate Tire Carrier and Tire Mount are finished in MetalCloak’s signature black textured powder coat for a long-lasting finish.
Note: MetalCloak recommends not installing a tire & wheel combo weighing more than 150lbs on to the SportGate Tire Carrier.
Note: Only 1 accessory mount may be used with the SportGate.
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SportGate Tire Carrier
The complete spare tire support system includes everything you need to mount an over-sized spare Tire securely on to your JK or JK Unlimited and is made here at MetalCloak.
Premium Black Powdercoat
Our signature Black Textured Powdercoat provides a micro-texture semi-gloss finish that is easily repairable after trail damage. Watch the video to learn more.
THE TECH
SportGate Tire Carrier
MetalCloak's JK SportGate Tire Carrier provides the additional strength and adjustability to carry a larger spare tire. Laser cut 3/16" steel bracketry reinforce the tail gate structure and provide a mount that can be adjusted up or down for differing tire heights.
Billet Aluminum Hinges
CNC Machined billet aluminum replacement hinges were added for even more strength and rigidity to the tire carrier for a more secure and rattle free installation. The billet hinges are finished in a hard anodized black finish for a clean factory look.
Adjustable Tire Mounts
The SportGate Tire Mount is an adjustable bracket that allows for custom wheel backspacing; choose the narrower (3.75” – 5.25”) or the wider (4.75” – 6.45”) tire mount to secure your spare tire to the SportGate Tire Carrier. The mount is made of strong CAD designed and laser cut 3/16” hot rolled steel, provides a multitude of stud configurations for the most common bolt patterns.
What's in the Kit?
- Tire Carrier Arm
- Tire Carrier Tower
- Vertical Adjustable Mount
- Horizontal Adjustable Mount
- Billet Hinges
- All Required Hardware
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Items | Details |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | 2007 - 2018 JK Wrangler |
| Tire Carrier Arm |
1/8" Hot Rolled Steel Plate 2.5" x 1.5" x .125" Wall Steel Tube |
| Tire Carrier Tower | 3/16" Hot Rolled Steel Plate |
| Adjustment Brackets | 3/16" Hot Rolled Steel Plate |
| SportGate Hinges | 3.5" Square Aluminum Bar |
| Steel Coating | Black Powdercoat |
IMPORTANT NOTES
Tire Weight: MetalCloak recommends not installing a tire & wheel combo weighing more than 150lbs on to the SportGate Tire Carrier.
Accessories: Only 1 accessory mount may be used with the SportGate.
INSTALLATION
| Installation Difficulty | Easy |
| Body Modification | None |
| Time to Install | 2 Hours |
| Installation Instructions | Click Here to see a full list of MetalCloak Installation Instructions. |