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tradosaurus · 08-31-2009, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by franknbeans

the tire imprression is fro the V6's. they have a spare tire that can fit the car, unlike the v8's

Yes, I bought the spare tire when I ordered my Camaro.

Also I was quoted a price of $200.00 for lifetime balance, rotation and repair at Discount Tire for all 19" tires on the Camaro.

Good deal all around.

CamaroSkooter · 08-31-2009, 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camero

I have a V6 but it's an RS so it seems like it should have the pump and inflator right? I didn't pay for a spare and was REALLY surprised to see one there! Is it a mistake. Does everyone with a V6 RS have a spare and if we have one then why not the SS??? Should I take my car back and get a pump and can or be happy. And if I get a flat can't I just put it in the back seat if it won't go thru the trunk opening? Thanks for any info.

The V6, even with the RS package, does not come with the Brembo brakes. Therefore, the donut will still fit the vehicle.

The V8, with the Brembo brakes, comes with the inflator deal. The donut will not fit over the Brembo brakes. That's the only reason the V8 cannot get a donut spare. If you want a spare for a V8, you would have to get a full-size spare, and I don't think a full size spare will fit in the indention in the trunk...

Georgie · 08-31-2009, 12:59 PM

anyone try a full size spare in the SS trunk?

mickss · 08-31-2009, 01:09 PM

I don`t think it`s so much a warranty issue but more of a liability issue. If Pirelli where to approve of using a tire sealant and that tire where to fail, Pirelli might be held liable for approving this type of repair. Just a guess.

CamaroSkooter · 08-31-2009, 01:12 PM

Well, you know, the goo that comes with the car is not meant to be a permanent repair. Maybe that's where people are getting confused. I can totally see some idiot getting a flat, squirting that crap in his tire and inflating the tire, and then trying to run down a drag strip...

fdjizm · 08-31-2009, 01:30 PM

I carry a spare and would encourage everyone else to do so, it does happen. the extra 22lbs is worth it for me.

CamaroSkooter · 08-31-2009, 02:26 PM

Where'd you get the extra rim? From the dealer?

jbreed · 08-31-2009, 03:43 PM

For what it's worth, I pulled the specs on the 2010 Mustang and from the base model to the GT the spare tire is standard equipment. Not sure about the Charger. Also, a can if GM's special "Fix a Flat" from the part's counter will be nearly $80! (Note: if you can buy one - as most dealers don't stock them) That is about a third of the cost of a new Yokahama AdvanST. Discount Tire is working to source me a cheap rim to see if it will fit the trun's tire well and over the battary - so I hope to know that by tomorrow AM. To me the real issue is that Customer Service at the new GM doesn't know cars. Every rep with "district" or "region" in their title ought to spend a month as a service writer at a dealer before being in charge of handling technical issues with customers. It would be the best training they could get -

So much for “10 penny nails.”

jbreed · 08-31-2009, 06:25 PM

Many of the comparisons written about the Gen. 5 Camaro reference the Hyundai Genesis, so I was curious how they handled the issue of a spare tire vs sealants. While I am no Hyundai fan, I think they deserve credit for this package : Jack 4.2 lbs, Lug wrench and jack handle 1.4 lbs, Spare tire (18″) 31.5 lbs. It bolts right up ands only marginally to the overall weight. Any drive wanting to shead a few pounds can leave the spare in the garage. For a spare, the wheel even looks "ok" relative to the donut rims of a few years ago.

camero · 08-31-2009, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbreed

An alternator failing presents a very differend risk than a blow out of a speed rated tire.

Hopefully people that do use the goo aren't going to pump it up and go back up to 155mph but I don't think that a leak in a tire would lead to a blowout anyway if it was plugged. And definitely don't go 155 on your spare!

Arachnyd · 11-30-2010, 10:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSOOCH

Don't use the sealant. Get a flat, call OnStar! Get towed into the nearest shop.

Yeah, but how much does it cost to call onstar? like $150ish is my guess?

Mr_Draco · 11-30-2010, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BumblebeeAmigo

Yeah, but how much does it cost to call onstar? like $150ish is my guess?

It's free.

Free towing to the nearest dealer is included with the 5 year/100k mile warranty and is included in the Onstar subscription once the warranty expires.

Arachnyd · 12-01-2010, 12:57 AM

So I wasted $50 on that sealant when I could have called Onstar. Good to know- wish I knew that before! Thanks!

sasunlover · 01-20-2011, 01:59 PM

I found a guy on ebay that sells a full size spare for the Camaro SS for around $450.00, depending on shipping. It fits the trunk wheel well and comes with a jack, handle and adapter to work with the SS oversized brakes. Gives a lot of piece of mind. You can contact him at: dumars14892@yahoo.com

He shipped the tire promptly by FedEx to my home. Solved a big problem that GM left us with.

Any questions, I'm at: sasunlover@yahoo.com

Jerry

08-31-2009, 12:59 PM	#17
Georgie Drives: Camaro... soon Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,217	anyone try a full size spare in the SS trunk? __________________ 2011 IOM or CGM 1SS

08-31-2009, 03:43 PM	#22
jbreed Drives: 2010 Camaro RS Cyber Gray Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Spring, Texas Posts: 19	For what it's worth, I pulled the specs on the 2010 Mustang and from the base model to the GT the spare tire is standard equipment. Not sure about the Charger. Also, a can if GM's special "Fix a Flat" from the part's counter will be nearly $80! (Note: if you can buy one - as most dealers don't stock them) That is about a third of the cost of a new Yokahama AdvanST. Discount Tire is working to source me a cheap rim to see if it will fit the trun's tire well and over the battary - so I hope to know that by tomorrow AM. To me the real issue is that Customer Service at the new GM doesn't know cars. Every rep with "district" or "region" in their title ought to spend a month as a service writer at a dealer before being in charge of handling technical issues with customers. It would be the best training they could get - So much for “10 penny nails.” Last edited by jbreed; 08-31-2009 at 03:44 PM. Reason: typo

08-31-2009, 06:25 PM	#23
jbreed Drives: 2010 Camaro RS Cyber Gray Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Spring, Texas Posts: 19	Hyundai Genesis Spare vs Sealant Many of the comparisons written about the Gen. 5 Camaro reference the Hyundai Genesis, so I was curious how they handled the issue of a spare tire vs sealants. While I am no Hyundai fan, I think they deserve credit for this package : Jack 4.2 lbs, Lug wrench and jack handle 1.4 lbs, Spare tire (18″) 31.5 lbs. It bolts right up ands only marginally to the overall weight. Any drive wanting to shead a few pounds can leave the spare in the garage. For a spare, the wheel even looks "ok" relative to the donut rims of a few years ago. Attached Images

12-01-2010, 12:57 AM	#27
Arachnyd Master of all trades Drives: 2many2count Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: West Chester, OH (near cincy) Posts: 732	So I wasted $50 on that sealant when I could have called Onstar. Good to know- wish I knew that before! Thanks! __________________ 2010 Camaro SS modified extensively. I stretched the body to make it a 4 door, but I swapped in the 3.6L DI V6 for fuel economy. Then I picked up a corvette body around the V8. I also swapped the body for a C2 Z28. (In short I traded it for three cars, a Corvette Z06r, a C2 Camaro Z28, and a Cadillac CTS Summer Performance package 3.6L DI with Aisin 6spd.)

01-20-2011, 01:59 PM	#28
sasunlover Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Posts: 1	Spare tire I found a guy on ebay that sells a full size spare for the Camaro SS for around $450.00, depending on shipping. It fits the trunk wheel well and comes with a jack, handle and adapter to work with the SS oversized brakes. Gives a lot of piece of mind. You can contact him at: dumars14892@yahoo.com He shipped the tire promptly by FedEx to my home. Solved a big problem that GM left us with. Any questions, I'm at: sasunlover@yahoo.com Jerry

08-31-2009, 01:09 PM	#18
mickss Drives: 2010 Camaro LS-M6 67 Chevelle Wgn Join Date: May 2009 Location: . Posts: 1,509 View My Garage	I don`t think it`s so much a warranty issue but more of a liability issue. If Pirelli where to approve of using a tire sealant and that tire where to fail, Pirelli might be held liable for approving this type of repair. Just a guess.

08-31-2009, 01:12 PM	#19
CamaroSkooter Retarded One-Legged Owl Drives: 2010 Black Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 9,745	Well, you know, the goo that comes with the car is not meant to be a permanent repair. Maybe that's where people are getting confused. I can totally see some idiot getting a flat, squirting that crap in his tire and inflating the tire, and then trying to run down a drag strip...

08-31-2009, 01:30 PM	#20
fdjizm Account Suspended Drives: 2008 Mustang GT/CS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,429 View My Garage	I carry a spare and would encourage everyone else to do so, it does happen. the extra 22lbs is worth it for me.

08-31-2009, 02:26 PM	#21
CamaroSkooter Retarded One-Legged Owl Drives: 2010 Black Camaro 2SS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 9,745	Where'd you get the extra rim? From the dealer?

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