Tire Cover for space saver?

Dutt1113 · 09-12-2010, 03:44 PM

I've tried to do some searching online but can't seem to find a good cover for a space saver wheel. I was wondering if anyone knew of any.

I was also wondering if anyone knew of a cheaper alternative cargo net to secure the space saver in an e90. The bmw one is pretty steep. It's only a stinkin net for pete sake.

1QuikWS6 · 09-12-2010, 05:13 PM

The following found on eBay has been proven to work:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...K%3AMEWAX%3AIT

But basically any 24" to 26" cover should work...

As far as net goes, there's a thread here somewhere where the guy mounted his space saver up against the back of the rear seats in a slanted position and held in place using ratchet strap to some factory holes in the rear deck. Actually looked OK and left most of the trunk available for other use. Just do a search on 'spare tire'

Or you could just buy a Cargo Mat - tire won't slide around as easily if it's on the rubber mat instead of carpeting

chromisdesigns · 09-12-2010, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Dutt1113

I've tried to do some searching online but can't seem to find a good cover for a space saver wheel. I was wondering if anyone knew of any.

I was also wondering if anyone knew of a cheaper alternative cargo net to secure the space saver in an e90. The bmw one is pretty steep. It's only a stinkin net for pete sake.

I don't use a net -- just a couple short bungee cords with hooks on each end, from the tie-down points at the front of the trunk, crossed over and hooked into the wheel holes. It works fine and never moves around.

jayhudson · 09-13-2010, 10:35 AM

Here's the info on my setup

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum....php?t=1455062

Jay

Dutt1113 · 09-13-2010, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by jayhudson

Here's the info on my setup

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum....php?t=1455062

Jay

Can you tell me where you picked up the straps and stuff to secure the tire in place?

jayhudson · 09-14-2010, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Dutt1113

Can you tell me where you picked up the straps and stuff to secure the tire in place?

I made the strap setup out of some webbing I had laying around. I bought the plastic clips at a local store. You could also go to McMaster-Carr..... they have everything.

http://www.mcmaster.com/#nylon-webbing/=8ud7rt

Jay

PeteW84 · 09-14-2010, 06:04 PM

Here's mine: TireRack tote, oem net, and a cheap ratchet strap.

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