Ok. So looking for feedback on guys running swing out bumpers with 35s or larger that have had them for YEARS. I don’t want rattles, I don’t want a flexy pile of crap and am leaning towards the UCF hybrid.
@Irun has chimed in and I’m digging his input but would like a few more if possible.
I have had the Rock Hard 4x4 tire carrier for 2 years, and frequently load it up with about 300 lbs of tire, cargo, and cans. No rattles at all. It's got several rubber stops designed to prevent rattle without damaging the tailgate. It also has a two stage latch, like a car door, so you can slam it very tight.
A friend of mine has had his for at least 6 years with no issues.
RH4X4 rates it to carry a 38" tire, two full fuel cans, 100 lbs on the cargo rack, a hi-lift jack, and tow a trailer up to the limit of the LJ (3500 lbs). They claim they've never had anyone tear the bumper off the frame when the frame brace brackets are installed.
It also latches in the open position, so if you open it on a hill, you don't get smacked as it comes back down.
All of the features are adjustable. The spare tire can be adjusted for height, depth, and bolt pattern. The cargo rack can be adjusted for height and depth. The can mounts can be adjusted for height and width. The entire bumper itself can be adjusted up an inch to hide a body lift gap and increase departure angle.
The biggest downside is it is quite heavy, I believe on the order of 110 lbs. (I haven't had any issues with the weight yet.) But that's the cost of heavy steel construction.
https://www.rockhard4x4.com/product_p/rh-2001-c.htm
You must use the frame brace brackets with any tire carrier, including this one. I highly recommend using all of the bolting options provided with the bracket and the RH4X4 bumper.