For as often as I and hopefully others get a flat, I would not want a spare constantly sitting in the bed. Now, if I didn't have the carrier, then yes for a cable hoist. But really, it's not that difficult to deal with, especially if you carry a tool bag in the truck.
Craig
My '50 Chevy 3100 5 window, '62-235cu, 3:55 rear
My truck ....... Respect The Rust
If I'm not working on my truck, '65 m00stang or VW camper, I'm fishing with the wife or smoking Salmon.
