Jeep Wrangler JK 2007-2018, MetalCloak SportGate Tire Carrier

An oversized spare belongs on the tailgate, not in the way of opening it. The SportGate carrier replaces the tailgate hinges with heavy duty aluminum billet hinges and mounts a spare of up to 37in on a laser-cut 3/16in steel plate bracket, all in a one-piece, fully formed and welded design. The factory tailgate handle still opens the gate, and the tailgate vents keep working under the carrier. The tire attachment plate adjusts for height and width. It is rated at 150 lbs, weighs about 45 lbs and installs in about 2 hours with no body modification. Choose the Backspacing option that fits your wheel.

Key Features

• One-piece, fully formed and welded design with a laser-cut 3/16in steel plate bracket
• Heavy duty aluminum billet hinge replacements
• Height and width adjustable spare tire attachment plate
• Carries a tire up to 37in
• Factory tailgate handle stays in use for opening
• Tailgate vents remain functional under the carrier
• Made in the USA

Specifications

• Carrier arm: 1/8in and 3/16in hot-rolled steel plate
• Hinges: 3.5in square 6061-T6 aluminum bar, hard anodized black
• Finish: black textured powder coat
• Rating: 150 lbs
• Weight: about 45 lbs
• Backspacing options: 3.75in to 5.25in or 4.75in to 6.45in
• Installation difficulty: easy
• Body modification: none
• Install time: 2 hours

Fitment

• Jeep Wrangler JK 2007-2018

In the Box

• Tire carrier arm
• Vertical adjustable mount
• Horizontal adjustable mount
• Billet hinges
• Mounting hardware

Notes

• Do not install a tire and wheel combination over 150 lbs on the carrier.
• Only one accessory mount can be used with the SportGate.
• The factory third brake light is replaced by the 3960 plate relocation or the 3965 LED pod.

MPN 3956 (3.75" - 5.25" Backspacing Tire Mount)

MPN 3956 (4.75" - 6.45" Backspacing Tire Mount)