1776

1776.
America's independence.
Andy's coupon code.

I need to get my spare tire out of my cargo area!
It takes up too much space.

I have been looking at two tire carriers in particular:
The Detours USA Tailbone and the JCR Stage 3.

I got my hands on a $50 off coupon on the Detours Tailbone.
...but.. ..it isn't as good as the JCR Stage 3.
The Tailbone relies on the stock bumper skin for mounting.

Here are a few pictures of the tailbone.



As you can see, it is a small swing arm that mounts to the stock bumper.
It is more like a band-aid.

However, it is half as much as the JCR Stage 3.
..and I have a $50 dollar discount for it..
..so even though it isn't as good, I was going to go with the Tailbone.
RELUCTANTLY.

Then, America the beautiful inspired a wonderful sale!
JCR Offroad is having an independence day sale!

So, my decision for a rear tire carrier just got a lot easier.
ENTER 1776 at checkout and receive a 17.76% discount!
Thats an awesome deal - it pays for free shipping and then some!

Here are some photos of the Stage 3 from JCR's website:
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It is better than the Detours Tailbone for several reasons.
It has a nice flat strong surface for hi-lift jack placement.
(the Tailbone relies on the flimsy stock Jeep bumper)
It also has an integrated receiver hitch.
(the Tailbone doesn't have a hitch)

A receiver hitch is important for towing trailers.
I have an aftermarket one which hangs low under my bumper.
I get hung up on it when I try to go up steep obstacles.

In the picture below, you can see my hitch.

I have a silver D-Ring Shackle in it below the bumper.
Image the extra clearance if that hitch was IN the bumper!

It also interferes with my fuel tank skid plate.
So, I can't install my fuel tank skid because of my current hitch.

With the Stage 3, I will have no need for my current hitch!
I will be able to install my fuel tank skid!
And the JCR Stage 3 will raise my camp table a few inches higher.

Everything will be perfect!
God Bless America!