Storing larger tire in bed

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Looking for options to secure a spare tire (285/70/17) in the bed. Open to laying flat or upright. Want to be able to secure it to prevent theft as well, although I only plan to carry the tire when overloading. For every day driving, I've got a plug kit, etc. I suppose the most basic would be some ratchet straps along with a chain/lock, but hoping there are some better methods out there, either available or upcoming.

This also begs the question of why I continue to carry the spare under the bed; fair to remove it to shed weight? Also not looking to carry the spare in its place due to the reduced clearance.

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[soupy1234]

Lots of different options. Y strap is probably the simplest but would take up a lot of space.

www.amazon.com/s?k=truck+bed+tire+carrier

Be advised that for the rail-mount carriers there are reports of the bed liner cracking.