--- product_id: 34401949 title: "Smittybilt HD Pivot Tire Carrier – 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU- SB2843" brand: "smittybilt" price: "1793.24 DT" currency: TND in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/34401949-smittybilt-hd-pivot-tire-carrier-07-18-jeep-wrangler-jk store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # 30% stronger aluminum build No drilling required installation Fits up to 37" tires Smittybilt HD Pivot Tire Carrier – 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU- SB2843 **Brand:** smittybilt **Price:** 1793.24 DT **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🛻 Elevate your Jeep game with rugged style and uncompromising strength! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Smittybilt HD Pivot Tire Carrier – 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU- SB2843 by smittybilt - **How much does it cost?** 1793.24 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/34401949-smittybilt-hd-pivot-tire-carrier-07-18-jeep-wrangler-jk) ## Best For - smittybilt enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted smittybilt brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Heavy-Duty Strength:** Crafted from monoblock aluminum with forged chrome brackets—30% stronger than steel to eliminate tailgate sag. - • **Oversized Tire Ready:** Securely mounts full-size spares up to 37" and 135 lbs for ultimate off-road confidence. - • **Trail-Ready Mounting:** Integrated mounting points for trail jack accessories (sold separately) to keep you prepared for any adventure. - • **No Modifications Needed:** Maintains your Jeep’s OE bumper—no drilling required, preserving factory aesthetics and integrity. - • **Effortless Tailgate Access:** Single-action pivot design keeps your tailgate easy to open and close, no hassle on the trail. ## Overview The Smittybilt HD Pivot Tire Carrier is a robust, no-drill solution designed for 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK owners running oversized tires. It supports full-size spares up to 37 inches and 135 lbs, features a monoblock aluminum construction with forged chrome brackets that are 30% stronger than steel, and offers easy single-action tailgate operation while preserving your factory bumper. ## Description If you are running oversized tires on your 07+ Jeep Wrangler JK you need a full size spare tire, but perhaps you don't want to run an aftermarket rear bumper with an integrated tire carrier. Smittybilt has the solution with their Pivot Heavy Duty Oversize Tire Carrier. Review: Solid and free from rattles! - My tailgate now opens as if it was new and had no tire on it! It's amazing how nice this is for an upgrade replacement to the EAG that I had previously. It's nice to have all the rattles gone. I did also install a new upgraded tailgate latch bump stop to go with it. It's really heavy! The instructions aren't great, but here's what I did... Hold that big heavy hinge up to it's closed position. Insert top torx bolt by taillight and get a few threads started. Support it as you insert and thread the lower one. Tighten these down until they're almost seated. Open the hinge to expose the 4 inner torx screws and insert and start those. Once they're all in there, start torquing them all down. Close the hinge. Insert and start the tailgate bolts. Tighten them down until almost seated, allowing the tailgate to be adjusted still. I used a wire cutting tool under the edge of the tailgate to pry and lift the gate until the upper angle on it was aligned with the angle on the upper body. Then I tightened two bolts before letting go of the bottom. Then fully tightened all 4. Hold the mount inside the spare tire to figure out which holes need the studs. I stuck the stud through, and added a lock washer for a larger bolt, and a flat washer to it and then used the supplied lug nut to pull the stud through. The base of the stud will come through the hole, so the over sized lock washer allowed it to come through to be fully seated. The instructions show you how to figure out what depth to set the tire mount to. If you're going to use the brake light mount, install it's "L" shaped brace on the top before torquing that bolt down. Next figure out where you need the tire mount to be on the carrier. That's tricky. I put it where I thought it should fit, and had to move it two holes higher. I have 35" tires and a barricade rear bumper. I needed the bottom of the tire mount barely above the bottom center of the carrier. The brake light extension goes between the carrier and mount. The way it goes is with the channel opening to the brace. This part can be installed after the carrier is bolted to the tailgate though. I cut the bottom end off so I could get it to sit lower than intended. Putting the carrier assembly on the tailgate is awkward, assistance would be helpful. The 4 rubber gaskets in the kit go between the carrier and the mounting surface. With my left hand and my belly, I held the carrier up and pushed a top right bolt through and placed the gasket on it then started the bolt threads. I then grabbed the next bolt for that corner and positioned the gasket in place and started the threads. The bolts are long enough to make this easier to do than it sounds. Then torque the bolts down. Time to put the tire on and see if you got the mount in the right place. My first attempt was too low. Now you can install the brake light extension. As I stated earlier, I cut mine at the 3rd hole from the bottom, so I could get it to sit low enough to line up with the tire. I have a brake light tire ring, so my plan is to use this spot to mount an additional backup light, or the VHF antenna. Review: Great product. Terrible instructions and non-existent customer service. - Great product, works really well. Install was easy once you figure out what to do, as there are parts that are in the bag that are not used (the 4 metal plates) and no details where the EPDM gaskets go (against the Jeep's body) and customer service does not at all respond, ever. All that aside - this product is great. It is really sturdy, supports any size tire really well, looks great, and fits great. I really like it and would buy it again, but the instructions need massive updates, and you're better off asking me how to install it - I will respond much faster :) ## Features - The solution if you are running oversized tires on your 07+ Jeep Wrangler JK and need a full-size spare tire, but don’t want to run an aftermarket rear bumper with an integrated tire carrier - Adjustable tire mount holds 37" maximum tire size (up to 135 lbs) while maintaining easy single action of opening and closing of the tailgate - Strong monoblock aluminum construction and forged chrome mounting brackets (30% stronger than steel) eliminate tailgate sag - No drilling required - you can maintain OE bumpers, if preferred - Mounting points for brackets to mount trail jack. Mount (#2844) and Trail Jack (#2722) sold separately ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00ZDW2R8S | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,042,000 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #802 in Spare Tire Carriers | | Brand | Smittybilt | | Brand Name | Smittybilt | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 676 Reviews | | Finish Type | Chrome | | Finish Types | Chrome | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00631410125696 | | Included Components | Tire Carrier^Hardware^3rd Brake light Mount^ Instructions | | Item Dimensions | 24 x 15 x 4 inches | | Item Type Name | Pivot HD Oversize Tire Carrier for 2007-2018 Jeep Wrangler JK | | Item Weight | 58 pounds | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 24 x 15 x 4 inches | | Manufacturer | Smittybilt | | Manufacturer Part Number | 2843 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty | | Material | Aluminum | | Material Type | Aluminum | | Model Number | 2843 | | Mounting Type | Clevis | | UPC | 804314304928 631410125696 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Smittybilt - **Color:** Black - **Item Weight:** 58 pounds - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 24 x 15 x 4 inches - **Material:** Aluminum ## Images ![Smittybilt HD Pivot Tire Carrier – 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU- SB2843 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/6146a8dzj9L.jpg) ![Smittybilt HD Pivot Tire Carrier – 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU- SB2843 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7106gajWTFL.jpg) ![Smittybilt HD Pivot Tire Carrier – 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU- SB2843 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71s0WnidR2L.jpg) ![Smittybilt HD Pivot Tire Carrier – 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU- SB2843 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71HQIas5lPL.jpg) ![Smittybilt HD Pivot Tire Carrier – 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU- SB2843 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OKKIc2mPL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: is this easy to install yourself and how long does it take approximately?** A: Yes, it was easy for me to install alone in about two hours, but I have 40 years automotive repair experience and 12 years on Jeeps. Follow directions for "taping" your tailgate in place (correctly positioned in height, and latched) BEFORE you remove the stock hinge bolts. This allows near perfect alignment of the Smittybilt hinge bracket, so you'll only have to insert and snug those outside edge bolts to lock it in enough to open and snug down the rest. Additionally, by loosening those six hinge bolts and using a wooden shim underneath, you can obtain a better closure alignment (centering the height of the latch), for years of trouble free tailgate closure. Hope this helps!!! **Q: So does this come with the extender for the third brake light? And if so can I use my factory third brake light?** A: YES ....it does come with the extender..... I didn't use it because In my opinion with the 35" tire and the third brake light it would reduce the rear view....The tire carrier works great ....no complaints ....2012 JK Sport 2 DR....35" on a 4" lift...... **Q: Do they make a cb bracket for this unit?** A: aftermarket ones for the jk will fit this carrier **Q: I like your product but i would like it better if i can tilt my spare tire i have a 2015 jeep wrangler let me know what i need to get thank you** A: Mount doesn't allow for tilting. Great mount , love mine ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid and free from rattles! *by G***N on September 18, 2022* My tailgate now opens as if it was new and had no tire on it! It's amazing how nice this is for an upgrade replacement to the EAG that I had previously. It's nice to have all the rattles gone. I did also install a new upgraded tailgate latch bump stop to go with it. It's really heavy! The instructions aren't great, but here's what I did... Hold that big heavy hinge up to it's closed position. Insert top torx bolt by taillight and get a few threads started. Support it as you insert and thread the lower one. Tighten these down until they're almost seated. Open the hinge to expose the 4 inner torx screws and insert and start those. Once they're all in there, start torquing them all down. Close the hinge. Insert and start the tailgate bolts. Tighten them down until almost seated, allowing the tailgate to be adjusted still. I used a wire cutting tool under the edge of the tailgate to pry and lift the gate until the upper angle on it was aligned with the angle on the upper body. Then I tightened two bolts before letting go of the bottom. Then fully tightened all 4. Hold the mount inside the spare tire to figure out which holes need the studs. I stuck the stud through, and added a lock washer for a larger bolt, and a flat washer to it and then used the supplied lug nut to pull the stud through. The base of the stud will come through the hole, so the over sized lock washer allowed it to come through to be fully seated. The instructions show you how to figure out what depth to set the tire mount to. If you're going to use the brake light mount, install it's "L" shaped brace on the top before torquing that bolt down. Next figure out where you need the tire mount to be on the carrier. That's tricky. I put it where I thought it should fit, and had to move it two holes higher. I have 35" tires and a barricade rear bumper. I needed the bottom of the tire mount barely above the bottom center of the carrier. The brake light extension goes between the carrier and mount. The way it goes is with the channel opening to the brace. This part can be installed after the carrier is bolted to the tailgate though. I cut the bottom end off so I could get it to sit lower than intended. Putting the carrier assembly on the tailgate is awkward, assistance would be helpful. The 4 rubber gaskets in the kit go between the carrier and the mounting surface. With my left hand and my belly, I held the carrier up and pushed a top right bolt through and placed the gasket on it then started the bolt threads. I then grabbed the next bolt for that corner and positioned the gasket in place and started the threads. The bolts are long enough to make this easier to do than it sounds. Then torque the bolts down. Time to put the tire on and see if you got the mount in the right place. My first attempt was too low. Now you can install the brake light extension. As I stated earlier, I cut mine at the 3rd hole from the bottom, so I could get it to sit low enough to line up with the tire. I have a brake light tire ring, so my plan is to use this spot to mount an additional backup light, or the VHF antenna. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product. Terrible instructions and non-existent customer service. *by F***E on July 9, 2019* Great product, works really well. Install was easy once you figure out what to do, as there are parts that are in the bag that are not used (the 4 metal plates) and no details where the EPDM gaskets go (against the Jeep's body) and customer service does not at all respond, ever. All that aside - this product is great. It is really sturdy, supports any size tire really well, looks great, and fits great. I really like it and would buy it again, but the instructions need massive updates, and you're better off asking me how to install it - I will respond much faster :) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great part, lousy instructions. Be prepared to have some fun *by S***C on April 4, 2021* I love everything about this carrier. It is heavy duty and very well made (even though it is made in China). But OMG those instructions suck. They are about three steps beyond suck to be honest. Advice: There is a YouTube video on installing this thing. 2 very important points, one of which I did and the other I didn’t. Put some wood under the tailgate and ensure there is some pressure. This holds the tailgate in place and saves you from a bunch of trouble. Tape the gate in place wherever you can put tape. Don’t scrimp. :). The next is to measure the distance from the studs in the old spare mount to the ground. This will save you some disassembly and adjustment pain (ask me how I know). The best instruction that comes with the mount is the color picture on the outside of the box. That is of more value than the entire instruction pamphlet. Seriously could they use worse pictures and the steps leave out critical things. They reference part numbers of brackets and bolts but the parts themselves are not labeled. So first step is a practice assembly with an adult beverage of your choice. That was something I didn’t do and it would have saved me hours. But it is not on and it is what I wanted, looks good and will hold up. And the story of how one old man got that 20” wheel with 35” tires back on the mount is one for another day. ## Frequently Bought Together - SmittyBilt HD PIVOT TIRE CARRIER - SB2843 - CousDUoBe Wrangler Tailgate Plugs, Rubber Plugs for Wrangler JK Models 2007 and Up (Pack of 3, Black) - SUPAREE (Plug and Play Spare Tire Brake Light Wheel Light 3rd Third Brake Light fit for Wrangler 2007-2017 JK JKU YJ TJ,Red Light --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/34401949-smittybilt-hd-pivot-tire-carrier-07-18-jeep-wrangler-jk](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/34401949-smittybilt-hd-pivot-tire-carrier-07-18-jeep-wrangler-jk) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-09-07*