Teraflex Alpha HD Hinged Spare Tire Carrier & Alpha HD Adjustable Spare Tire Mounting Kit for 2007-2018 Wrangler JK
Jeep's #1 Preferred Spare Tire Carrier!
Upgrade your Jeep Wrangler or Wrangler Unlimited with the TeraFlex JK Alpha HD Hinged Spare Tire Carrier & Alpha HD Adjustable Spare Tire Mount Kit—the most popular tire carrier in the industry! First showcased at the 2012 SEMA Show, this innovative tire carrier quickly set the standard for Jeep accessories and inspired competitors. Designed to carry up to a 37" tire, the Alpha HD Spare Tire Carrier is built to handle the toughest trails and roughest terrain while making it easy to access your rear cargo area with just one smooth action.
Key Features:
- Durable & Strong: Utilizes factory tailgate hinge mounting points to distribute the load over a larger area, providing maximum strength and durability.
- No Tailgate Stress: Internal gussets and bracing in the JK body support the tire carrier and oversized tire, removing all stress from the tailgate.
- Complete Adjustability: The Alpha HD Adjustable Spare Tire Mount Kit allows for vertical, fore, and aft adjustments to accommodate different tire sizes and setups.
- Off-Road Accessory Mounting: Additional mounting points for off-road gear such as recovery jacks and fluid containers.
- Superior Construction: Tire mount is made from CNC laser-cut steel, heavily gusseted for superior strength and durability.
Built for Extreme Terrain: This kit secures your spare tire even over the roughest trails, ensuring that your gear stays safe and intact. Designed to provide smooth, easy access to your rear cargo area, it’s perfect for off-road enthusiasts who need both functionality and durability.
Use with Confidence: Although the Alpha HD Adjustable Spare Tire Mount Kit can be used on its own, it is best when paired with the Alpha HD Hinged Spare Tire Carrier for the ultimate in strength and performance. This tire carrier sets the benchmark for Jeep tire carriers, and it's built to withstand whatever the trail throws at you!
Features & Benefits:
- Innovative and unique patented design (USPTO: # D6982240)
- Maintains single-handed entry to the rear cargo area
- Easy fore/aft and height adjustments
- Eliminates tailgate stress and rattles
- Compatible with OEM and most aftermarket bumpers
- Threaded mounting holes for accessories (fuel cans, recovery jack, etc.)
- Strong, lightweight A356.2 T6 cast aluminum construction
- Heavy-duty forged steel brackets and high-carbon hardened steel 5/8" hinge pins
- Factory form-fitting geometry and finish for an OEM appearance
- Simple installation using common hand tools
- No drilling required—uses factory mounting locations
- Dedicated CAD-designed tooling and CAE design
- FEA validation, ASTM, and SAE testing procedures
- 14,000-cycle severe duty slam testing
- 1,000-hour extreme salt spray testing
- OEM-quality UV-resistant powder coat finish with 3,000-hour accelerated weather testing
Part Numbers:
4838150 (Alpha HD Hinged Spare Tire Carrier) Includes:
4838130 - Adjustable Spare Tire Mount Kit
4838100 - Alpha HD Hinged Spare Tire Carrier
