Spare Wheel Carrier Mounting Plate Heavy Duty For Ford Transit Mk8
Hold your spare tire securely with this heavy-duty spare wheel carrier mounting plate, specifically engineered for Ford Transit MK8 and Transit Custom models. Factory brackets often suffer from corrosion, bent arms, or stripped mounting points after repeated wheel removals. This replacement unit restores structural rigidity around the rear chassis, providing a stable anchor point for standard spare tires and compatible recovery winches. As a direct OE alternative, it aligns with original bolt patterns for straightforward installation, eliminating guesswork and restoring proper load distribution for daily commercial routes or light expedition use.
Durability & Installation Tips
- Remove surface rust and debris from all contact patches with a wire brush prior to fitting to guarantee full metal-to-metal seating and long-term corrosion resistance.
- Progressively tighten all fasteners in a star pattern to the vehicle manufacturer’s torque specifications, preventing uneven stress on the sheet metal brackets.
- Confirm your chassis configuration supports either front-wheel or rear-wheel drive layouts before finalizing the mount to avoid clearance interference with suspension components.
Technical Specifications
- Model Compatibility: Ford Transit Custom (2012+), Ford Transit MK8 (2014+)
- OEM Cross-Reference Numbers: 1763880, 1898025, 237789, BK211K353AC, BK21-1K353-AC, BK21-1402-AA, BK211402AA
- Net Weight: 0.45 kg
- Application Focus: Load-bearing underfloor reinforcement for spare tire retention and accessory mounting
- Origin: Mainland China
Package includes:
- 1 x Spare Wheel Carrier Mounting Plate
Operational Reminders
Always re-check mounting hardware after the initial 100 km of operation, as vibration may require minor retightening. Do not exceed rated recovery loads beyond the vehicle’s official towing limits, and inspect the plate annually for microscopic fatigue fractures near weld zones or stress concentrators.
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