I do leave the tire at home while in town, but off-roading, I am too far from home, and no tire would not be wise.
Ken P....why no pad beneath the tire, wouldn't that damage the roof paint if any shifting/bouncing of the tire were to happen? Also, I can't move the front rail back as it is wired to the off-road lights and they need to be forward. (see pic) I am considering adding light to the second rail as well for side lighting and that rail will need to be closer to the front then as well.
Ric
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