Spare Tire Lifting Forces
Many of today’s SUVs utilize a cable to support the spare tire under the vehicle. This cable holds the tire securely against the vehicle frame. If this cable loosens, there can be a considerable amount of cyclical force developed in the cable due to the inertia of the tire. This cyclical force can both weaken the cable or its mounts, and can become a severe problem if the vehicle is involved in a crash, where the loose cable might snap, allowing the tire...
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