Georgetown 300 (2011) spare tire

[dtfoster]

Trying to figure out where I can mount the spare tire I just bought for our Georgetown 300. Anyone done this or have an idea?

[Iggy]

dtfoster do you have the 22.5" rims or the smaller 19" ?
The big thing is the weight and size of the tire as you will have to mount and remove it by hand.
Not much room underneath.

I have seen at the RV shows a special adaptive spare tire hitch that can be mounted with modification to the existing receiver. It can handle up to the larger 22.5" rims and tires.


Here is one from Roadmaster that makes removing the tire easy with a swivel bar bracket.
I do know it's about $600 plus installation.

http://roadmasterinc.com/products/spare_tire/index.html

[dtfoster]

It is 19" and we can't hook it to the receiver because of dolly for car

[Iggy]

Originally Posted by dtfoster

It is 19" and we can't hook it to the receiver because of dolly for car

This hitch is designed to also have a trailer hooked to it.


Roadmaster Trailer Cargo Control - RM-195225

Don't be stranded on the roadside again! The sturdy Roadmaster spare tire carrier allows you to carry a spare tire for your RV or motorhome while retaining use of your hitch for mounting accessories or flat towing.
Features:

• Sturdy spare tire carrier holds a spare tire for your RV or motorhome
  • 2" Receiver hitch allows you to simultaneously connect a tow bar, bike rack, or other hitch-mounted accessory
• Carrier pivots to the ground for ease of use and access to rear compartments or engine
• 2 Receiver pin holes offer fit flexibility
• Powder coat finish provides durability and resists corrosion

Specs:

• Application: tow bars or hitch-mounted accessories
• Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
• Fits 16", 16-1/2", 19-1/2", 22-1/2", and 24" wheels
• Maximum gross trailer weight: 10,000 lbs
• Maximum tongue weight: 400 lbs

Here is a picture of it.

[dtfoster]

Thanks, Iggy! I will definitely check this out.

[backwoodsbob]

Thanks IGGY I just got my 2015 Georgetown 335 and was trying to figure out how to make something like this so I could use tow dolly , boat , or atv trailer thanks Bob

[coupevillefish]

Think about whether you really need the spare. I have a 2004 and the labels are still on the original spare. Back then they were mounted under the back between the frame rails.

[backwoodsbob]

I have had 2 flats 20 miles in the bush on logging roads I need spare and get a flat without one wait for tow truck ,get to tire store find out not in stock so $600 compared to lost time 2-3 days

[ttg]

I was able to carry the 22.5" spare in the trunk of my Impala (toad )

[ramair]

Another option is there is enough room behind the gas tank and rear bumper to have someone weld up a cage like the truckers use to carry tire only. It would be up and out of the way and protected. A few pieces of metal welded between the frame rails would build the cage and no one would know its there. Thought about checking into this when I get back to Abilene and I know some welders there.

[gregpaulsen]

Found that I could fit the spare between the frame rails and above the receiver, had to cut the rear fiberglass facia and buil this little cover, but feel alot better having a spare on board. Tire and wheel cost right at $300, so I'm sure I'll save a bunch on the road if I ever need it.

Greg

[RLWilson]

How bout on the front like that stupid African range rover?

[F and E Damp]

On our GT325 (it was a 2002 model) the spare wheel (with tire) was installed underneath the propane tank on a chain and hook. When we sold the rig last December after 4 years of our ownership, it still had the original sticker on the tread.