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Old 09-09-2013, 04:42 AM   #41
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Would really like to see pics of the frame work done on this. I like it being snugged up to the back of the coach.

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Old 09-09-2013, 08:27 AM   #42
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You bet. I will take some when I get home.
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Old 09-09-2013, 07:21 PM   #43
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Would really like to see pics of the frame work done on this. I like it being snugged up to the back of the coach.
Yes I would too considering that tire+wheel combo only weighs ~70lbs at most, and my Bigfoot levelers are attached there as well.
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Old 09-10-2013, 07:49 AM   #44
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The max tounge weight on the factory hitch is 500 lbs.. not being an expert here I would guess if your tire is 70lbs you'd have to subtract that from your 500 lbs?
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Old 09-10-2013, 02:12 PM   #45
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Old 10-04-2013, 07:46 AM   #46
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We just traded in our 2004 JayFlight 29BHS and we had a spare we had 4 blown tires in 9 years. When we traded it in for a 2014 Greyhawk we told the dealer "No spare no deal." and the dealer had a spare mounted. It required a subframe beef up to handle the weight that far back. The bonus is I get a 7500# towing rating rather than the 5000# with the stock hitch. They welded a spare tire mount behind the bumper that comes up and out. That way it does not interfere with towing. In short I would not be without a spare!
I never imagined this sub-frame beefup would have to be done on my 2011 Greyhawk 31SS, I guess I'll continue to carry my spare tire in the rear cargo compartment, plenty of room back there but just wanted it under and out of site.
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I never imagined this sub-frame beefup would have to be done on my 2011 Greyhawk 31SS, I guess I'll continue to carry my spare tire in the rear cargo compartment, plenty of room back there but just wanted it under and out of site.
I suspect if you are just going to install the spare tire and mount under the rear of your 31SS you probably don't need the sub-frame beef up however whatever you do will subtract from your GVWR & GCWR. You should weight the tire mounted on a rim and the weight of the mounting brackets and factor that into you allowable loaded weight. I had the spare tire mounted on the back of my motorhome above the rear bumper which required a sub-frame beef up. The 100# tire, mount cantilevered that far back created a situation that required more structure to safely carry.
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Old 10-11-2013, 03:04 PM   #48
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My 2005 Greyhawk came with a spare. I am glad. When I have a flat I know what is going on my RV. In the eight years three flats and I don't change tires but I do have the spare and road service. A great combo I won't be without.
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My 2005 Greyhawk came with a spare. I am glad. When I have a flat I know what is going on my RV. In the eight years three flats and I don't change tires but I do have the spare and road service. A great combo I won't be without.
X2 Would never have a trailer without a spare tire. Never know when or where you will need it.
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Curt sells a Siamese mount that allows you to put a spare tire mount in the top mount and your tow in the bottom. Works great. Have used it for the last four years.
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Just some thoughts...

If you don't have one, you will need one.
The blowout will be in a bad place on a dark and stormy night.
The AAA, Good Sam, RV Club, Etc. company won't be able to locate the correct tire right away.
When they do find a tire it will be cheap, AND overpriced.

There are those who say it's never happened to me, so why bother... I guess that some make the same case for not wearing a seat-belt.

Please note, I would NEVER try to change my own motorhome tire, but that's just me.

This is what we use:

Roadmaster Inc. - Tow Bars, Braking Systems & RV Accessories

It's rock solid, lowers the tire to the ground, and allows you to pull a trailer or toad, carry bikes, etc.

Works for us, and the peace of mind is priceless.
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