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10-31-2018, 02:07 PM #21
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Read this post about spare dropping. Two weeks ago while prepping for trip checked tire, and it was about to fall out. Thanks to the Forum for the input. Saved us plenty.
Bill G & Jan
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10-31-2018, 03:02 PM #22
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My SuperDuty's spare tire was (past tense) also installed with the valve facing up. I believe that is intentional due to the possibility of road debris damaging the valve thus making the spare unusable. If not for that reason, why make it so difficult? (I turned over both spares--the one on the truck and the one on the trailer. If they get damaged...I guess I'll have my answer!)
My spare lowered without any issues and hasn't shown any signs (yet) of spontaneous lowering. (I'm going to pin it anyway!)2017 Ford F-350 DRW 6.7L Platinum
2019 315RLTS (purchased 16 Jul 18 from Campers Inn RV in Byron, GA)
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10-31-2018, 03:20 PM #23
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Not sure if this is ok. Private message me and i will give yo my email address etc so i can be more specific on the construction of this.
jeffJeff & Karen
Peoria, Arizona
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11-02-2018, 05:57 AM #24
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I realize this is an old thread, but I think it carries very good safety info and should be passed on to all that tow any kind of tt/5w with undermount spare tires. I had never considered checking my spare and was not advised to do this by my selling dealer. I have now pulled my 337 approx. 1500 miles. I happened on this thread while camping last week. Before breaking camp, I checked my spare and what did I find ...?.. it was loose. I tightened the cable on the spare and will now add this to my checklist before I leave home on any trip. Thanks for the post. I plan to advise my dealer that they should develop a safety checklist to go with every unit sold. This should be on that checklist.
David & Sandra
Honey: 10 year old miniature dachshund
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2011 Chevy Silverado "LTZ" 3500 HD
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11-02-2018, 06:04 AM #25
David - Did you see the earlier discussion about lowering the spare and turning it over so that you can check air pressure? Most owners have never lowered their spare tire . . . and thus, never topped up the air pressure . . . so the spare will not be ready to use if needed.
RobCate & Rob
2015 Reflection 303RLS
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11-02-2018, 07:23 AM #26
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I did that to mine. It sure makes it handy to check air in it. Thanks Rob for a good heads up.
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11-02-2018, 08:50 AM #27
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I did, but thanks for the reminder. I plan to do this before I take the camper back to dealer for final 1 year warranty checkup. We are home until the week after Thanksgiving and I have some time to do this and a few other things (like cut the grass)... Much to do & so little time.
D.Moore
Thanks for the response.David & Sandra
Honey: 10 year old miniature dachshund
2018 Reflection 337 RLS (Mfg date: 07/24/2017)
2011 Chevy Silverado "LTZ" 3500 HD
4x4 Crew Cab DRW 6.6L Duramax LML/Allison
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Curt Q20 Hitch w/ R20 Slider
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11-02-2018, 03:58 PM #28
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The first pic in this discussion through the eye bolt is myfix for the spare dropping. Also flipped the tire so the valve is facing down.Also found a huge hole in the coroplast when they cut to run the wire, tooksome tape and closed it up before running the tire up.
John & Joan
w/Dakota & Cooper
Tidewater VA
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06-21-2019, 03:35 PM #29
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This looks like a great idea! I checked my spare tire and fliped it so I could check the air. After doing this I noticed a metal piece on the ground. looking closer this looks like part of the winch that helps keep the cable in place. I am ready to make a change and I like your idea. Can you please help me with where to purchase the parts I need. I sure would not want my spare tire to drop to the ground while driving. Appreciate and help ! Thanks Duke
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09-13-2020, 05:30 PM #30
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Thanks! The locking pin is only $1.18 + tax https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001GN6YS2...v_ov_lig_dp_it
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