Si.LE.R1S
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I bought a used Rigid Armor swing arm hitch mount spare tire carrier from a local seller. After a quick test fit, I was sold. The model is a Subaru Cross-Trek Hybrid version link: https://www.rigid-armor.com/shop/subaru-crosstrek-hybrid-swing-out-tire-carrier
He also had the optional fold down table link: https://www.rigid-armor.com/shop/swing-out-carrier-fold-out-table
He sold me both for $900 (versus $1100 + $275 list price).
To use the carrier with the R1S, I used a 2” aluminum wheel spacer link: GDSMOTU 5x5.5 Wheel Spacers 2... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KY48NNR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I also had to drill two 1/2” holes through the steel tire mounting plate (using $20 cobalt bit, basic cordless DIY drill, and some oil lubricant from a hair clipper). The Subaru bolt pattern is 5 x 100 mm, while the R1S is 5 x 139 mm.
Lastly, to attach the license plate I used:
- 12 x 2 x 2” wood painted black
- two dryers vent clamps (Deflecto 4" Metal Worm Drive Clamps, 2 Pk MCX4/4)
- included Rivian front license plate bracket
- strips of window/door foam weather strips to prevent clamps from scratching paint on hitch
I simply wrapped the clamps/foam weather strips around the 2 x 2” wood and the actual swing arm. I then attached the Rivian plate mount to the wood with a couple screws. Thanks for the idea @909phillyman!
I don’t have actual clearance measurements, but I did place the key fob in some of the photos for scale. Apologize for the dusty pics, just finished a trail!
About 1.5” of space between table release lever and rear hatch.
Hitch attaches with only a few mm of space to rear bumper. Rigid Armor has great anti-wobble hitch tensioner that prevents any movement!
Plenty of clearance to open hatch.
2” spacer (viewed from inside)
Added two lower mounting holes/bolts to attach wheel spacer.
License plate attachment
Rigid Armor is based out of SoCal and they also have a “Swing down” version of the hitch spare carrier. Before finding this used one, I sent R1S measurements to the manufacturer and they said the stock Tacoma swing down version would fit the R1S. If anyone is interested and lives close by, it would be interesting to bring an R1S to see if the Tacoma Swing Arm version fits as well. It might be better centered since it’s built for the wider Tacoma versus the Cross Trek version.
All in all I’m super happy with the purchase. If you can find a used one for a deal, go for it!
He also had the optional fold down table link: https://www.rigid-armor.com/shop/swing-out-carrier-fold-out-table
He sold me both for $900 (versus $1100 + $275 list price).
To use the carrier with the R1S, I used a 2” aluminum wheel spacer link: GDSMOTU 5x5.5 Wheel Spacers 2... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KY48NNR?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I also had to drill two 1/2” holes through the steel tire mounting plate (using $20 cobalt bit, basic cordless DIY drill, and some oil lubricant from a hair clipper). The Subaru bolt pattern is 5 x 100 mm, while the R1S is 5 x 139 mm.
Lastly, to attach the license plate I used:
- 12 x 2 x 2” wood painted black
- two dryers vent clamps (Deflecto 4" Metal Worm Drive Clamps, 2 Pk MCX4/4)
- included Rivian front license plate bracket
- strips of window/door foam weather strips to prevent clamps from scratching paint on hitch
I simply wrapped the clamps/foam weather strips around the 2 x 2” wood and the actual swing arm. I then attached the Rivian plate mount to the wood with a couple screws. Thanks for the idea @909phillyman!
I don’t have actual clearance measurements, but I did place the key fob in some of the photos for scale. Apologize for the dusty pics, just finished a trail!
About 1.5” of space between table release lever and rear hatch.
Hitch attaches with only a few mm of space to rear bumper. Rigid Armor has great anti-wobble hitch tensioner that prevents any movement!
Plenty of clearance to open hatch.
2” spacer (viewed from inside)
Added two lower mounting holes/bolts to attach wheel spacer.
License plate attachment
Rigid Armor is based out of SoCal and they also have a “Swing down” version of the hitch spare carrier. Before finding this used one, I sent R1S measurements to the manufacturer and they said the stock Tacoma swing down version would fit the R1S. If anyone is interested and lives close by, it would be interesting to bring an R1S to see if the Tacoma Swing Arm version fits as well. It might be better centered since it’s built for the wider Tacoma versus the Cross Trek version.
All in all I’m super happy with the purchase. If you can find a used one for a deal, go for it!
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