Tacked in place
After measuring a bunch of times to try and get the height correct in my eyes I tacked the wheel holder in place.
27-Feb-2015
Checking the height
After tacking on the vertical riser I installed the tire to check the height for clearance.
28-Feb-2015
Saddle fitted and ready for welding
Tight joints are essential for strength. I definitely don't need this tire bouncing around!
27-Feb-2015
Back side of saddle cut
This joint should make this intersection really strong.
27-Feb-2015
Using a saddle cut
I designed the A frame for the tire carrier with strength in mind so my design included a saddle at the main intersection.
28-Feb-2015
Wheel mount
The wheel mount has a strong design to prevent any fatigue on the welds or tubes.
28-Feb-2015
Everything tacked in place
The A frame is tacked together, test fit, and ready for welding.
28-Feb-2015
Tight joints.....
.....make strong joints!
This is the bottom joint of the A frame at the spindle so a strong joint is needed.
28-Feb-2015
Tight joint at the latch
Another tight joint on the A frame
01-Mar-2015
All welded up
The A frame is all welded and ready for the tire and wheel.
01-Mar-2015
Another view
The tire carrier turned out very sturdy.
01-Mar-2015
Contour of the tire carrier
The tire carrier follows the rear slant to the angle that I need leaving about an 1.25" between the tailgate.