DGriffin

My car didnt come with a spare, i was wondering originally was it a fully size spare or just a donut?

NismoPick

They came w/ a space saver deflated tire & a can of CO2 to inflate it. I have a pic of them somewhere on my comp... can't... seem... to... locate... it

EDIT... here we are:

DGriffin

Thanks NismoPick, does it need to be deflated though? or could i just get a regular inflated donut at a tire shop?

jfairladyz

I dont think a fully inflated tire will fit in the same space as the space saver. Might have to just strap it down in the hatch.

Z Car Barbie

Yes, you're right - a fully inflated tire will NOT fit in the spare tire mounting, nor behind the right rear cargo panel even if the tire is just placed inside that area. It'd definitely have to be placed elsewhere, which would take up cargo space and wouldn't be a pretty sight to see.

Fantagon

But when it rains and u have a flat who would want to inflate the donut, unless it comes with a good hot cup of coffee.

z-hag

go to harbor freight or nearest cheep tool store from hell--buy compressor for less than 25$--best investment money can buy short of NEW TIRES with WARRANTY----then no need to sit in rain --unless you need a reason to lite up a doobie while the tires inflate!!!!!!! ??

wreckedj30

yeah i still have the co2 inflator that came with the car, i should weigh that for part of my wieght loss diet. Then sell it on ebay or something!

rogerz

get roadside assistance from your auto insurer and leave the spare out them things is heavy. Can't remember the last time I actually changed a flat and i've been driving 48 years. Tires and rims are really pretty bulletproof in modern times unless you are driving around construction sites and picking up nails and sheetrock screws. I have had a number of slow leakers but never anything so catastrophic that I needed to change out the spare. The 12v compressor is much the better idea. If you get one inflated chances are you can make it to a safe haven.

Bleach

I bought a 12v compressor and it didn't work. I carry a manual air pump now.

NismoPick

Bleach, saving the environment, one flat tire at a time

wreckedj30

Plus its a work out like a ****. Bet you have forearms huh.

Bleach

I'm all muscle man. Me and NismoPick are twin bodybuilders with turbo 2+2s.

DGriffin

Ok Thanks Everyone, I Have A Compressor I Carried In My Truck, Ill Just Leave Out The Spare And Keep My Compressor With Me. Thanks Again Everyone

Edit: I have AAA Auto insurance so im covered as far as roadside, i have the option of the 100 miles per tow too.

NismoPick

Or pay ~$2 more per month on your insurance & have roadside assistance (if it's available).

lww

Yeah, I had AAA until I realized I also have roadside assistance through USAA... I immediately dropped AAA. USAA kicks their butt in service anyway.

NismoPick

LoL... I have USAA too. I haven't found anyone who can beat their prices. L-Dub... you an Army brat?

KTM200-280zxt

Someones been watching a little too much Tokyo drift?

NismoPick

I haven't seen Tokyo Drift... so, I guess not. Army brat is the son or daughter of someone in the Military...

NismoPick

I haven't seen Tokyo Drift... so, I guess not. Army brat is the son or daughter of someone in the Military... and until a few years ago, only family of those serving in the military could get USAA.

EDIT... dude... I have no idea how the crap that double post just happened. I clicked on edit & when I saved, it posted another post. Is it still Halloween???

wreckedj30

nope halloween isn't scray the day after is worse...man i should of gone out and beat up some goth's at the grave yard. that would of been cool.

jfairladyz

If you thought either of the other two were bad...this one is worse. Horrible, horrible movie. Sure some of the driving was great, but overall it was a terrible movie. And this is coming from someone that actually liked the second one

WildmaN

In my opinion, I thought it was the best of all 3. I anxiously waited until it came out on DVD, and bought it. I had already seen it in the theater after it came out. I thought the storyline was better. And the beginning racing scene, kicked major #ss! But I did like the second one better than the 1st.

KTM200-280zxt

Wow I didnt think there was anyone that honestly like that one.

And Nismopick, the term Army brat was used over and over again in Tokyo drift, I figured thats where you got it from.

z-hag

back to tires--do not use fix-a-flat in our tires--throws off the balance and gives a NASTY little shimmy.