Haven't been on in a while, busy with the new house, work and everything but my jeep so it seems.... I have not needed a spare tire so I will most likely run without one. I might just throw it in the back when wheeling if I think I need it. Easier to keep,a patch kit and the powertank. That's the plan for now, I like the lighter weight and shorter wheelbase without the spare..... We will see how it works out