GM spare tire carrier doesn't work with GM recommended winch -- -- need advice

[GeorgeSSSS]

I've read posts by people who have winched from the rear as often as from the front. However, the issue of the rear-mounted spare tire was never mentioned. Part of my concern about winching from the rear with the spare tire carrier open is that jerking motion from winching could damage the carrier or truck via the leverage of the extended tire carrier. There is also the safety issue of the tire carrier whipping about.

Thanks,

George