Nice article. I have a smaller Smittybilt tent that I bought from 4wheelonline years ago. It is trailer-mounted so that I can leave the camp and explore the trails.
LoD gets my vote. It is a solid rear bumper/tire carrier. Another option is the Smittybilt XRC Atlas. I just saw it on 4wheelonline. You can get the XRC Atlas bumper only and then upgrade it by getting the tire carrier. The tire carrier has a provision for gas cans and a high-lift jack.
Installed a new battery and replaced the front pads. Then I decided to order this tire-- super swamper SSR. I know these tires are not so street-friendly but my YJ is not a DD.