Yeah I just throw my spare in the back when I go wheeling. With 37s I pretty much need a high lift anyways, which I no longer carry everywhere. Warning if you keep your holiday back there make sure you lube it often and keep it clean mine no longer works.
Yeah I like the ace but I'm not a fan of cutting my frame, I considered the Evo tire carrier but I want something that swings with the tailgate so now I'm thinking knuckles it looks pretty and I find nothing but good reviews.
Got the Evo D Rings installed, but still need to trim the frame rails. I also got a superchips flashpaq! Makes a world of difference for a automatic with 35's!