Gary,

I've owned one of the Ortec/Winkler tire carriers. I was disappointed not
only by the build quality, difficulty of installation, and poor aesthetics.
You swingaway carrier looks like a definite alternative to the factory
carrier. Count me in as one of the interested parties.

BenT
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