In a message dated 8/19/02 10:47:14 PM, s.overmyer@UWS.EDU.AU writes:

>I too like the concept of the rear carrier for my 5th 15" alloy wheel
>which won't fit under the front of the van but this cracking I've observed
>has made me cautious about adding one to my own van...that and the fact
>I'd
>have to drill holes in my van and I can't bring myself to do that on a
>van with a ding-free body & excellent original paint.

Good point. Of course Gary offers alternative racks that don't involve
drilling. They just mount to the rear hatch with clamps. Depending on your
needs, they may be the way to go (I've considered them and haven't ruled them
out, but like you would prefer to put my spare in the stock location.)