Install evidence

Metalcloak source wording says: The Jeep JK Wrangler SportGate Tire Mount is an adjustable mount for wheels with narrower backspacing.. Verify tire size and weight, SportGate or tire-carrier compatibility, hinge/tailgate loading, camera/license-plate state, and accessory mounts before checkout.

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JK Wrangler SportGate Tire Carrier 3.75 to 5.25 BS Tire Mount

Vendor fitment: 2007-2018 JK Wrangler. Spare tire support fitment from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

The Jeep JK Wrangler SportGate Tire Mount is an adjustable mount for wheels with narrower backspacing. Features include: Mounts to MetalCloak JK Tire Carriers CAD Designed & Laser Cut 3.75” – 5.25” Backspacing 3/16" Hot Rolled Steel Plate Black Texture Powder Coat Finish All Necessary Hardware for Installation Easy Installation Made in the USA The SportGate Tire Mount is an adjustable bracket that allows for custom wheel backspacing of 3.75” – 5.25” to mount your [click for more...] spare tire securely to the SportGate Tire Carrier. The mount is made of strong CAD designed and laser cut 3/16” hot rolled steel, provides a multitude of stud configurations for the most common bolt patterns,...

SKU

3954

Price

$204

Role

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For JK Wrangler SportGate Tire Carrier 3.75 to 5.25 BS Tire Mount, use the Metalcloak source page and captured source facts before treating the card as checkout-ready. Metalcloak source wording says: The Jeep JK Wrangler SportGate Tire Mount is an adjustable mount for wheels with narrower backspacing.. Verify tire size and weight, SportGate or tire-carrier compatibility, hinge/tailgate loading, camera/license-plate state, and accessory mounts before checkout. Confirm final options and fitment on the Metalcloak page before purchase.

Sources

- Metalcloak product-type guidance plus source wording: The Jeep JK Wrangler SportGate Tire Mount is an adjustable mount for wheels with narrower backspacing.

- No exact Metalcloak product-specific instruction PDF was captured in this pass.

- Metalcloak source page: https://metalcloak.com/jk-wrangler-tire-carrier-3-75-to-5-25-mount.html

- Vendor catalog fitment summary: Vendor fitment: 2007-2018 JK Wrangler. Spare tire support fitment from the vendor source. Confirm final options and fitment on the vendor page before purchase.

- Metalcloak local source capture: 2026-04-25T16:57:15.823Z.

Fitment and build notes

Vendor catalog record promoted for browsing. Final fitment, install dependencies, and shopper selection still require review before checkout.

For tires and wheels, the last check is the full tire/lift/wheel combination: tire size, wheel width, offset/backspacing, trim, flares/fenders, bump stops, steering clearance, gearing, spare support, and the install plan.

Readiness

Fitment statusUseful for a shortlist, but exact vehicle setup, dependencies, or purchase path still need review.Needs vehicle setup check

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Purchase pathUse for build planning or a shop quote

Visual prioritymedium

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Fact summary

Models: JK Wrangler; Years: 2007-2018; Source: manufacturer_website; Captured: 2026-04-25