No Run-Flats? What to do in case of flat/blowout?

SE3P_to_E90 · 05-02-2007, 02:23 PM

I tried a search -- as i assumed this topic would be greatly covered... but most of my findings were on... i got a flat (RFT), can i fix, etc?

Anyway, I have a set of Non-RFT Goodyear GSD3's... and am a little bit nervous to drive with them... I don't want to carry around a full-sized spare in the trunk -- so that's not an option.

My RX8 (when i had it) came with emergency tire sealant (injected through the tire valve) and air pump... However, i'm not sure on the efficacy and durability of such products...

So, given that:

1. What should I do if i'm running Non-RFT's?

2. How long (miles) can i drive on a flat on Goodyear F1 GSD3's -- They are 19" tires...

3. Most practical/safe suggestion?

HRC · 05-02-2007, 02:29 PM

OMG dood! Hit up search 101 for some tips!

The only option aside from a spare is the tire sealant repair kits.

I have the M-Mobility kit

Danny

normtrum · 05-02-2007, 02:34 PM

Moblity kit from Tirerack
http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/...tkit/index.jsp

SE3P_to_E90 · 05-02-2007, 02:47 PM

wow... a world of info just opened up... with the proper key words... lol

sorry about that guys...

seems like M Mobility is the way to go -- but it's expensive...
this seems good too http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/pw/airman.htm

and why not just get a spare? http://leatherz.com/Merchant2/mercha...tegory_Code=Z4

shragon · 05-02-2007, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HRC

I have the M-Mobility kit

Danny

me too.

E90330iS · 05-05-2007, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SE3P_to_E90

wow... a world of info just opened up... with the proper key words... lol

sorry about that guys...

seems like M Mobility is the way to go -- but it's expensive...
this seems good too http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/pw/airman.htm

and why not just get a spare? http://leatherz.com/Merchant2/mercha...tegory_Code=Z4

I guess simply because since the E90/E92 was designed without a spare it would be ironic to put one back in when there isn't a space to put the wheel in.

FotiosF90M5 · 05-05-2007, 12:47 AM

I have an unused leatherz spare for 335i with the necessay spacer to clear the front brakes.It comes with the vinyl cover and is very thin.I would be willing to sell for 10% less than I bought it.I got it 2 weeks ago.brand new.You can order the really cool extended jack kit from leatherz then your all set.

SE3P_to_E90 · 05-05-2007, 06:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fotios330i

I have an unused leatherz spare for 335i with the necessay spacer to clear the front brakes.It comes with the vinyl cover and is very thin.I would be willing to sell for 10% less than I bought it.I got it 2 weeks ago.brand new.You can order the really cool extended jack kit from leatherz then your all set.

Do you have pictures? does it mount?

b.c the rx8 i had, had the same type of scenario... but there was a kit you could buy that mounted the little donut spare in the trunk

LOLrance · 05-05-2007, 06:36 AM

I have AAA insurance and i get free towing anywhere for 100miles. And if i want to go somewhere farther then the 100miles, ill just bring 1 stock rim in the trunk along with some tools.

LIQUIX · 05-06-2007, 06:57 PM

Unfortunately, if you have the direct TPMS (all E92's and > March production E90's) you can't use these kits to seal and inflate the tires.

This is from the TireRack website on the Continental kit:

Quote:

This product's sealant may interfere with the tire pressure monitoring sensors on vehicles with direct TPMS, possibly leading to error prompts and incorrect pressure readings. Use of this product on direct TPMS vehicles could also result in damage to the tire pressure sensor inside the wheel.

So I guess the only option now is the Leatherz kit or a full size spare.

dan8131 · 05-07-2007, 12:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LIQUIX

Unfortunately, if you have the direct TPMS (all E92's and > March production E90's) you can't use these kits to seal and inflate the tires.

So I guess the only option now is the Leatherz kit or a full size spare.

I know plenty of people who plan to use the Mobility kit + sealant and are aware that it might destroy their TPMS sensor. I guess they are okay with spending the 70 bucks it costs to replace the sensor rather than having a spare floating around in the trunk.

AH · 05-07-2007, 02:46 AM

I have the orginal RFT wheel as spare and a jack in my trunk....

skim7x · 05-26-2007, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AH

I have the orginal RFT wheel as spare and a jack in my trunk....

so i take it you bought new 17/18" rims (depending on what packages you bought)... if i were gonna get new rims, I'd get at least 19"s so that wouldn't really work for me

spacedogg · 05-26-2007, 08:07 PM

I live dangerously.

Chicks dig that sorta shit.

Seriously...if the M Mobility Kit is too expensive there are alternatives. TireRack carries the kit by Continental. Canadian Tire (up here in Canada...duh) sells the Airman which is made by Dunlop. I'm sure Wallmart or Pepboys down in the US carry something similar.

E90330iS · 05-26-2007, 09:20 PM

If I called the AAA roadside service wouldn't they bring me an extra tire?

MR 335 · 05-26-2007, 10:39 PM

you can get a space saver from the dealers which is what i got as i also have afermarket rims and tyres.. non RFT might take a while to come in thats all.....

montreal_bimmer · 05-26-2007, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by normtrum

Moblity kit from Tirerack
http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/...tkit/index.jsp

+1

Don Nguyen · 05-27-2007, 03:30 AM

A cell phone + friends who you can depend on.

For long trips, I just throw a spare in the trunk or back seat if possible. I should really get around to getting a fix-a-flat can though, just in case.

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