Spare Tire for Prime Mounted on Thule Caprock with Cover

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by otatrant, Aug 18, 2025 at 4:56 PM.

  1. otatrant

    otatrant Active Member

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    Vehicle:
    2023 Prius Prime
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    XSE Premium
    I bought a spare wheel and tire over a year ago but have yet to take any long road trips and didn’t like keeping it in the rear cargo area. With an upcoming road trip coming I wanted a way to mount the spare tire and wheel to my Thule Caprock. After working out a couple of problems for example a spare tire cover flapping in the wind I think I finally have it ready to go for my upcoming 400 mile drive. Here is the parts I used and a picture.

    1. Front Runner Spare wheel clamp
    2. 42611-OR271 Toyota 17x4 5x114.3 +10 Alloy Wheel
    3. Continental sContact 115/95R17 (tires run on my Prius Prime are 205/55R17 about 3% smaller than stock
    4. Coverstore Spare Tire Cover WeatherTite Max Black a23-26" DIA x 9D (Inches)
    5. Likelock X1 U bike lock
    6. Black ratchet Strap to secure cover

    Here is a pic.

    Spare wheel and tire mounted.jpg
     
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