Topic: 97-2001 XJ Rear mounted Spare (Read 23855 times)

chrisjones · « **on:** May 08, 2005, 10:19:21 AM »

Firstly, Hi everyone.

I have a stock 99 XJ to which I will be fitting BFG A/Ts (235/75/15) to this week.

I really want to get the spare out of the boot and on to the back. I'd rather not change the rear bumper if I can get away with it and wanted to know if the optional rear carrier for pre 97 XJs can be modded to fit. :?:

Mike Pavelin · « **Reply #1 on:** May 08, 2005, 12:50:09 PM »

It may be possible, but might be more trouble than it's worth as the bumper and tailgate are both a different shape on the earlier ones, so you might struggle to get the mounting hardware fitting nicely. Olympic do a rock bumper an swing out tire carrier at a good price. Have a look on Quadratec's site. The bumper is $239 and the swing out is $289 + $42.95 for the bracket which holds the wheel. I believe Steve at NSM has one of the bumpers in stock.

chrisjones · « **Reply #2 on:** May 08, 2005, 12:57:45 PM »

I didn't really want to change the bumper 'cos I know what would happen.

You know, new rear bumper means you HAVE to get a new front one. Then a winch. Now everything looks a bit silly if you don't do a lift, then the tyres look too small.........

Oh, what the hell!! :twisted:

Anonymous · « **Reply #3 on:** May 08, 2005, 01:23:25 PM »

You're learning fast [-X :smt033

chrisjones · « **Reply #4 on:** May 08, 2005, 01:32:32 PM »

My wife'll divorce me!!

:lol:

Anonymous · « **Reply #5 on:** May 08, 2005, 03:43:48 PM »

Aint been here 5 minutes & already talking lift kits & big wheels..........Next thing you know, you will want a CJ.........that sounds familiar!!! :supz:

daggie · « **Reply #6 on:** May 08, 2005, 03:59:40 PM »

:smt044 :smt003

chrisjones · « **Reply #7 on:** May 08, 2005, 07:17:23 PM »

I AM CJ with the XJ !!! :lol: :lol: :lol:

chrisjones · « **Reply #8 on:** May 08, 2005, 08:02:35 PM »

Back to the point......... :!: :axe:

Anonymous · « **Reply #9 on:** May 08, 2005, 08:24:30 PM »

How different do you think the facelift model would be to the earlier model?? Reason being, I will be doing a stripdown & refit of a swing away on my '93 XJ soon (done a deal with UniformMovie) so i would be a in a position to take pix, measurements, etc............you are even welcome to come & help.... :mrgreen:

just a thought!!

chrisjones · « **Reply #10 on:** May 08, 2005, 08:36:46 PM »

Where and when, I'll bring the camera and an extra pair of hands.

Anonymous · « **Reply #11 on:** May 08, 2005, 08:39:36 PM »

Chris,

we have yet to sort a date & time but it will probably be at my place in Hereford during the week sometime before the end of the month........will keep you informed if you want!!

Paul

chrisjones · « **Reply #12 on:** May 08, 2005, 08:46:01 PM »

Cheers Paul.

Let me know the day and send me a map- I could get lost on my drive. :smt102

Anonymous · « **Reply #13 on:** May 08, 2005, 08:54:47 PM »

Where you from in Shrops?

I used to live in Church Stretton........

Anonymous · « **Reply #14 on:** May 08, 2005, 09:50:57 PM »

Oh gawd its al coming out now.....

Anonymous · « **Reply #15 on:** May 08, 2005, 11:25:28 PM »

Wot you on about??? Been on the IPA again???

Anonymous · « **Reply #16 on:** May 08, 2005, 11:49:17 PM »

Its this South Shropshire bit.....You'll be mentioning Clun next

chrisjones · « **Reply #17 on:** May 09, 2005, 12:11:53 AM »

Paul.

Oh very posh!! Sure you woouldn't rather drive a Range Rover? :lol:

Only kidding!! I'm in Shrewsbury, but work in Bishops Castle.

Anonymous · « **Reply #18 on:** May 09, 2005, 08:53:55 AM »

Yeah, I know Clun..........went there once & swear I heard duelling banjos!!!!
:finga:

chrisjones · « **Reply #19 on:** May 09, 2005, 09:21:43 AM »

Or old enough ?

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