If I had a spare tire.....

[Rhyder]

Originally Posted by FEN

Rhyder,
Where's your sense of adventure?

It seems to have gotten better at hiddding from me as I get older :P

[el ess A]

Another option??

[BronxxBombers213]

Originally Posted by el ess X

Another option??

lol reminds me of the myth busters when they used a log and a manhole cover as spare wheels

[djm96z28]

Originally Posted by willhe64

I've been driving 31 years, never had a flat. I've blown 3 engines but I'm not about to carry around a spare engine.

I just found a huge screw in my front tire. This is the second one in the same tire in about a month. First time I was lucky and was able to unscrew it from the tire without any leaks. This one is massive and I'm sure it's all the way through if I were to try to remove it myself. Taking the car in tomorrow, and I did purchase the road hazard tire warranty when I bought it.

Point is, that's 2 possible situations where I could have had a flat on the road. I've got to look into getting a full sized spare, and will probably go with Bronxx's set up.

[Pro Stock John]

I've had a flat in the last 4 years, it does suck not to have a spare to have on hand especially for long trips... peace of mind... especially after my accident, had the tire gotten jacked up I would have had to leave the car in MI.

[tooheysmax]

Instead of cutting holes spacing this wrapping that...

Cadillac CTS Jack and spare tire part number 19179359 it needs the center ring slightly bored out. And it recesses nicely into the spare tire spot. I ripped this idea off of the G8 forum..

Another option posted was BMW 5 series spare tire we share the same bolt pattern that requires a spacer though.

[comeinpeace]

7.5 BY 18" rim w/ our bolt pattern & offset w/in tolerance Will also work with a 27" tire 225/50/18 or comparable (eg. walmart sells tires for under $100new and is fine for a spare )
i just ordered and will post the result.....

road side assist or not- i want a spare!

hopefully the 27"spare and 28.7"stock rubber diam in the rear wont do too much to the differential as some knowledgeable people have thankfully brought it to our attention.hopefully they will read this and chime in on the 1.75 inch difference
let us know guys!

[buzzy56]

I hit the easy button early on.Purchased and new factory takeoff front rim and tire for $200.00 & never driven on. Put it in the trunk & used a rachet tie down strap to bind it to the U hooks in the front trunk wall.Sizzors jack , Gorrilla bar and sockets in a zip up vinyl bag.No worries , no wait. I have been ready since day one.

[comeinpeace]

Does it fit in the well?... my vert trunk is SO LARGE.... i cant spare an inch
especially w/ the retractable curtain

[djm96z28]

Originally Posted by buzzy56

I hit the easy button early on.Purchased and new factory takeoff front rim and tire for $200.00 & never driven on. Put it in the trunk & used a rachet tie down strap to bind it to the U hooks in the front trunk wall.Sizzors jack , Gorrilla bar and sockets in a zip up vinyl bag.No worries , no wait. I have been ready since day one.

Buzzy, would you have any pics of how you used the tie down strap on the wheel? I wouldn't mind doing this (I don't carry anything in my trunk anyway) but want to be sure the wheel is secure and not bouncing when going over rough pavement. Thanks.

[buzzy56]

Originally Posted by djm96z28

Buzzy, would you have any pics of how you used the tie down strap on the wheel? I wouldn't mind doing this (I don't carry anything in my trunk anyway) but want to be sure the wheel is secure and not bouncing when going over rough pavement. Thanks.

Just put it thru the spokes over the top underneath the tire back up thru the spokes and around you go until you reach the U hooks welded to the back panel.Easy to figure out and ratchet it down.Used a 1 " Ratchet strap.It will ratchet all the way back against the rear trunk panel . Going no where.

[buzzy56]

Originally Posted by comeinpeace

Does it fit in the well?... my vert trunk is SO LARGE.... i cant spare an inch
especially w/ the retractable curtain

No - sets on the floor of trunk all the way back to the middle.

[Heavyn2Chevy]

I didnt think about all dat stuf. I will haf to use my mind to think how i will deel with thease problemos man! Thanx FEN!

Originally Posted by FEN

I also have the issue of being lowered and GFX.....so even using a flat bed is a PITA as the strap they use to hoist the car hits the front splitter even if using boards to help the approach angle. Having the spare is great piece of mind in knowing i can avoid all the headaches...wait,damage to GFX,no tires available,tow fees,etc.

[myold88]

Originally Posted by djm96z28

Buzzy, would you have any pics of how you used the tie down strap on the wheel? I wouldn't mind doing this (I don't carry anything in my trunk anyway) but want to be sure the wheel is secure and not bouncing when going over rough pavement. Thanks.

You can use a Highland brand strap from NAPA. It's the 31" strap and needs no adjustment
if using a full 20" front tire and wheel. It's only $3.00-4.00.
Place the tire/wheel on the right rear of your trunk floor and the strap will pull VERY tight
to the rt rear U hook.