Switching out the RFT, do you have a spare?

NoMods · 12-04-2011, 04:08 PM

I wonder for those who don't have RFT's anymore, do you carry a spare in your trunk? I know there's those liquid patch kits like the one from Continental, but I am worried about it damaging the TPMS?

Ken_C · 12-04-2011, 04:28 PM

I keep one of my stock wheels, on a stock RFT, in my trunk.

There are also a few threads on here about a spare tire kit that you can buy from Tischer.

NoMods · 12-04-2011, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ken_C

I keep one of my stock wheels, on a stock RFT, in my trunk.

There are also a few threads on here about a spare tire kit that you can buy from Tischer.

since the stock is a staggered set-up, which wheel/tire do you keep in the trunk? i assume it doesn't matter?

tunachris · 12-04-2011, 06:16 PM

I carry a small compressor, a plug kit, a can of 'fix-a-flat", and a jack in the cubby under the trunk. I also have a space saver spare that I put in the trunk for longer road trips.

Gimmethecash · 12-04-2011, 06:17 PM

I keep my AAA card in my wallet.

PeteW84 · 12-04-2011, 09:18 PM

BavAuto spare kit sits in my trunk.

Ctm309 · 12-04-2011, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Pete84

BavAuto spare kit sits in my trunk.

this^

hipnotic · 12-04-2011, 10:44 PM

i run with no spare. LOL.

Brentster · 12-04-2011, 11:24 PM

Spares are for p*ssies. I live on the edge!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PeteW84 · 12-04-2011, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Brentster

Spares are for p*ssies. I live on the edge!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Good luck then.....

John_01 · 12-04-2011, 11:35 PM

I've got the space saver from BMW that cost some $$

Gary@TireRack · 12-05-2011, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by armoredsaint

since the stock is a staggered set-up, which wheel/tire do you keep in the trunk? i assume it doesn't matter?

Front tire.

Takes up a bit less space and can be used front or rear.

vasillalov · 12-05-2011, 11:25 AM

I've had a blown tire (that required immediate service) only once since 1999 (the year I got my USA driver's license). This was all too my fault as well. I drove ridiculously fast on a back road with a lot of ice and ended up hitting a pothole which bent the wheel and let all the air out. That's with my old car. So for 6 years of ownership of my old car, I've had to use my spare tire ONCE! I am fairly confident that the cost of fuel I've wasted hauling the extra weight over 6 years and 90K miles was higher than paying for a toll truck or owning a AAA membership for 6 years.

When I ditched the RFTs, I did not think twice at all. I still have BMW Assist and when that runs out, I'll either renew it or purchase AAA membership.

EDIT:
I am considering purchasing the M mobility kit, store it in the basement and put it in the car ONLY if I am going out of state on long trips. That's just extra insurance if I get stuck in the middle of nowhere with a flat tire, the chances of which are rather rare...

The other thing is that modern tires are constantly improving. Tires are getting more durable and less susceptible for complete tire failure.

NoMods · 12-05-2011, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Brentster

Spares are for p*ssies. I live on the edge!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

LOL!

PaddyMcGrath · 12-05-2011, 11:47 AM

12V Compressor and two large cans of Tyre Weld here

Patrick303 · 12-05-2011, 12:31 PM

I have this in my trunk. Everything fits inside the softcase that velcros to the carpet so it won't slide around when driving. Doesn't take up much space. Has an air compressor, tire slime, jumper cables, first aid kit, etc.

vasillalov · 12-05-2011, 12:50 PM

Slightly off-topic: I've heard that the tire sealants are really hard to clean off the insides of the wheel and they usually end up messing up the valve stems. Is this really true? Has anyone seen balancing problems because of tire sealant pooling and then solidifying at the bottom of the tire/wheel?

Patrick303 · 12-05-2011, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vasillalov

Slightly off-topic: I've heard that the tire sealants are really hard to clean off the insides of the wheel and they usually end up messing up the valve stems. Is this really true? Has anyone seen balancing problems because of tire sealant pooling and then solidifying at the bottom of the tire/wheel?

I ended up having to use a can of the Slime in my tire this past summer. At the tire shop I watched them un-mount the tire. Most of the slime was still liquid and poured out. The rest was removed by rinsing and wiping out the inside. The tire rebalanced fine. It was a bit messy for the tire shop, but didn't cause any type of damage or issue to the tire or rim that I can tell. TPMS still works fine as well.

vasillalov · 12-05-2011, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patrick719

I ended up having to use a can of the Slime in my tire this past summer. At the tire shop I watched them un-mount the tire. Most of the slime was still liquid and poured out. The rest was removed by rinsing and wiping out the inside. The tire rebalanced fine. It was a bit messy for the tire shop, but didn't cause any type of damage or issue to the tire or rim that I can tell. TPMS still works fine as well.

Good to know! Thank a lot!

edirtaynine · 12-05-2011, 03:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by josh06lau

i run with no spare. LOL.

+1

i2iSTUDIOS · 12-08-2011, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edirtaynine

+1

Slime is where it's at.

Also I found a great deal on a fantastic tire inflator. $50 and it will inflate your tires in 2-3 minutes from dead flat!.

http://www.amazon.com/VIAIR-85P-Port...3365285&sr=8-1

chromisdesigns · 12-08-2011, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pete84

BavAuto spare kit sits in my trunk.

Ditto. BTW, all the tools, including the jack, fit in the recesses under the trunk mat.

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