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Spare Wheel Carriers

Spare Wheel Carrier – Ford & Holden U-Bolt Style

SKU: D-1525

$22.00
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The D-1525 U-Bolt Spare Wheel Carrier provides a simple, economical solution for securely mounting a spare wheel to boat and utility trailers. Designed for compatible Ford and Holden wheel stud patterns, it accommodates 13-inch and 14-inch trailer wheels and fits suitable 75mm drawbars or winch posts. Its zinc-coated steel construction offers corrosion resistance, while the compact U-bolt design allows convenient installation without welding.

Key benefits

Key Benefits

  • - Dual Stud Pattern Compatibility: Suitable for Ford and HT Holden trailer wheels.
  • - U-Bolt Mounting: Simple installation without welding.
  • - Zinc-Coated Finish: Helps resist rust and corrosion.
  • - Versatile Mounting: Suitable for compatible drawbars, A-frames and winch posts.
  • - Compact Design: Keeps the spare wheel conveniently mounted.
  • - Economical Replacement: Practical solution for boat and utility trailers.

Specifications & Dimensions

  • - Brand: Dunbier
  • - Part Number: D-1525
  • - Manufacturer Reference: 1525
  • - Product Type: Spare wheel carrier
  • - Mounting Style: U-bolt
  • - Material: Steel
  • - Finish: Zinc coated
  • - Compatible Stud Patterns: Ford and HT Holden
  • - Wheel Sizes: 13" and 14" (330.2mm and 355.6mm)
  • - Compatible Frame Size: 75mm (2.95") nominal
  • - Maximum Spare Wheel Weight: 32kg, subject to manufacturer's mounting requirements
  • - Mounting Locations: Drawbar, A-frame, winch post or suitable rear bumper
  • - Installation: Bolt-on

Wheel & Trailer Compatibility

  • Suitable for compatible trailer wheels with
  • - Ford 5-stud wheel pattern
  • - HT Holden 5-stud wheel pattern
  • - 13-inch trailer wheels
  • - 14-inch trailer wheels

Common trailer applications include

  • - Aluminium boat trailers
  • - Fibreglass boat trailers
  • - Tinny trailers
  • - Fishing boat trailers
  • - Jet ski trailers
  • - Box trailers
  • - General-purpose utility trailers

Suitable Applications

  • - Mounting a spare wheel to a boat trailer drawbar
  • - Securing a spare wheel to a suitable winch post
  • - Replacement of damaged spare wheel carriers
  • - Trailer refurbishment and maintenance
  • - Adding spare wheel storage to compatible utility trailers

Important Fitment Information

  • Before installation
  • - Confirm the spare wheel uses a compatible Ford or HT Holden stud pattern.
  • - Check that the wheel is 13" or 14".
  • - Confirm the mounting section suits the carrier's 75mm frame fitting.
  • - Ensure the selected mounting point is structurally suitable.
  • - Check clearance around the boat hull, winch, coupling and tow vehicle.
  • - Secure the mounting hardware correctly.
  • - Confirm the mounted wheel does not obstruct trailer lights or the number plate.
  • - Inspect mounting security regularly.

Signs the Spare Wheel Carrier Needs Replacing

  • - Bent or distorted U-bolt
  • - Excessive corrosion
  • - Damaged or stripped threads
  • - Loose or insecure spare wheel
  • - Cracked or damaged mounting components
  • - Movement or vibration during towing
  • - Difficulty tightening mounting hardware

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