Surco Roof Rack

September 30, 2011

I like having a fullsize spare tire to rotate into the mix so all tires are the same. This does mean the spare tire will take up more room in the factory location - inside the cargo area. I opted to install a safari rack to carry the tire, recovery gear, and anything else I want.

Aside from custom-building a roof rack (something I am not good at nor do I have access to a welder), I found the Surco Safari Rack was the best bang for the buck. Not only can I mount the spare tire in it, there are several additional mounts available for other gear (like the hi-lift jack, shovel, and axe). This roof rack gives me the flexibility I need when it comes to choosing what it should carry.