Why Move Your Ford Transit Spare Tire to a Rear Door Carrier?
For many Ford Transit owners, the factory underbody spare tire location works fine for basic driving. But once the van is used for camping, work, travel, off-road access, or larger tire setups, the factory spare location can become inconvenient.
A rear door tire carrier moves the spare tire from underneath the van to the rear door, making the tire easier to access while helping improve clearance underneath the vehicle.
For Ford Transit owners building out their vans, relocating the spare tire can be a practical upgrade that improves usability, serviceability, and confidence on the road.
Why the Factory Spare Tire Location Can Be a Problem
The factory underbody spare tire location keeps the spare tucked underneath the vehicle, but that position comes with several drawbacks.
Off-Road Clearance
When driving over uneven terrain, rocks, or deep ruts, an under-mounted spare tire can drag or become hung up. This can potentially damage the tire, wheel, or hoist mechanism.
Better Departure Angle
Relocating the spare tire allows the rear of the van to clear steeper inclines, such as driveway aprons or trail obstacles, without scraping.
Safer and Easier Access
Accessing an underbody spare requires crawling beneath the vehicle, which can be difficult or unsafe in mud, sand, snow, or on the side of a busy road.
Larger Tire Clearance
Many Ford Transit owners upgrade to larger tires, such as 265/75R16 or larger. These tires may be too wide or too large to fit properly in the factory underbody location.
A Better Option: Rear Door Spare Tire Relocation
A rear door tire carrier moves the spare tire to the back of the van, keeping it easier to reach and out of the underbody position.
This helps Ford Transit owners who want:
- Easier spare tire access
- Better rear clearance
- More flexibility for larger tire setups
- Less risk of dragging the factory spare underneath the van
- A cleaner setup for van builds and upfitted vehicles
This is especially useful for camper vans, overland-style builds, work vans, and vehicles that regularly travel beyond smooth pavement.
Introducing the Surco TF300 Ford Transit Rear Door Tire Carrier
The Surco TF300 Ford Transit rear door tire carrier is a hinge-mounted driver-side spare tire carrier designed for 2014-current Ford Transit Medium and High Roof vans. It supports 5x160, 6x180, and 6x120 wheel bolt patterns and is made in the USA.
The TF300 is designed to carry the spare tire on the driver-side rear door while keeping the installation secure, vehicle-specific, and easy to access.
Key Features of the TF300
Vehicle-Specific Ford Transit Fitment
The TF300 is designed for Ford Transit Medium and High Roof vans from 2014-current. This helps create a cleaner, more precise installation than a universal carrier.
Hinge-Mount Design
The carrier mounts directly into the factory hinge area and is compatible with both 180 and 270 degree hinges. No door removal or realignment is required.
Hinge-Relief Door-Mount Design
The TF300 mounts through the factory hinge locations into the door’s reinforced internal structure, helping support tire weight without placing the full load on the hinges or outer door skin.
Multi-PCD Wheel Compatibility
The TF300 supports 5x160mm, 6x180mm, and 6x120mm wheel bolt patterns, allowing compatibility with a range of factory and aftermarket wheel setups.
Heavy-Duty Steel Construction
The TF300 is built from 1.5-inch heavy-wall steel tubing and finished with a fine texture powder coat for durability and corrosion resistance.
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Upgrade Your Ford Transit with the Surco TF300 The Surco TF300 Ford Transit Rear Door Tire Carrier is designed for 2014-current Ford Transit Medium and High Roof vans. It features a hinge-mounted driver-side rear door design, heavy-duty steel construction, multi-PCD wheel compatibility, and Made in USA quality. Button text: Shop the Surco TF300 Tire Carrier |