Upsizing wheels and tires on your Vanagon is one of the most significant improvements in handling. The issue is that larger tires and wheels do not fit in the stock spare tire carrier under the van. The Van Cafe Vanagon Oversized SpareTire Carrier replaces the old clamshell and allows you to mount your larger spare in the stock location. Problem solved!

Vanagon Spare Tire Carrier Features

This spare tire carrier allows you to run taller tires such as the 215/70/15 after switching to 15" rims or 195x70x16 if using 16" rims. Staying below 27" diameter and 8.5" or less width gives you the best chance of fitting (every van is slightly different). 

This kit comes with six washers.  We recommend running one washer under the bolt head, one in between the carrier and mount on the frame, and one under the included nylock washer.

PLEASE NOTE: It is often necessary to run the spare tire at a lower tire pressure to avoid rubbing the steering linkage, or you may consider purchasing a Steering Shaft Protector. It still may be necessary to lower the tire pressure even with the steering shaft protector installed. We recommend carrying a bike foot pump to get the pressure back up when needed. Additional steps such as adding drop-down brackets at the mounting pivot points can also help with wider tires (not included).

Don't want to worry about whether your larger spare will fit in the stock carrier?  Consider the Rocky Mountain Westy Swingaway Tire Carrier!  The swingaway free up the stock spare tire area for extra storage.

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There is an additional 10% restocking fee applied to all powder coated products being returned.

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