Redline
Likes to Drive and Ride
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If given the option, I would much rather change a tire than fix a tire. Unless I have Martyn with me, then HE can fix the tire all he wants
Exactly, Martyn can do it!
Second Spare tire--The why and why not?- US based
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Exactly, Martyn can do it!
I hit a piece of steel I-beam on the interstate one night in New Orleans. I was surrounded in fast moving traffic in the left lane. I had no where to go and couldn't stop in time. I rolled over it with both drivers side tires. It blew both tires and totaled the front rim. I wish I'd had a second spare!
That being said, my Xterra doesn't have room for a second spare. The inner tube is a good idea though.
That being said, my Xterra doesn't have room for a second spare. The inner tube is a good idea though.
charlieaarons
Explorer
If one has an odd tire size a 2nd and even 3rd spare tire (not necessarily mounted to a wheel) is a good idea. This doesn't just apply to Unimogs - 8.25R16, 9.00/11.00R16, 325/85R16, even 255/100R16 can be hard to find. Also things like big Swampers, etc.
Charlie
Charlie
What happens when you blow the spares on your trailer, or use them as spares for your vehicle?
I notice many people who run with trailers often match the tires up with their vehicle so that way they have spares. Do you guys just leave your trailer there until you can come back and get it?
I notice many people who run with trailers often match the tires up with their vehicle so that way they have spares. Do you guys just leave your trailer there until you can come back and get it?
Anytime I'm going on an expo trip (as opposed to local wheeling where you can get to a starbucks in under a 20 minute walk) I take two. It really doesnt take up any room either, or shouldn't if done properly. Every rig comes with a factory spare underneath. An aftermarket bumper fits the 2nd without taking up any interior space. Compressors and fixitkits are ok if the tire is salvageable but they are useless beyond that. A 2nd spare is a guaranteed fix that will get you going in minutes and will allow you to fix the other tire in the comfort of camp.
HARDTRAILZ
Certified
Every rig comes with a factory spare underneath.
My larger tires wont fit in the factory location and hoping to repurpose that area for spare parts storage.
My larger tires wont fit in the factory location and hoping to repurpose that area for spare parts storage.
Redline
Likes to Drive and Ride
Nice road trophy, and your picture reinforces a point. Some road debris is so sharp, nasty, or unusual that you will have a tire failure if its hit just right.
mowerman
Adventurer
I carry a roof mounted spare, but when we are away in groups (mostly LRs) I carry another spare on the rear door.
I have loaned this to someone else on three occasions when they have had a flat and used their spare, as a spare for them for the trip home.
This is that advantage of travelling with people who have the same make of truck
I have loaned this to someone else on three occasions when they have had a flat and used their spare, as a spare for them for the trip home.
This is that advantage of travelling with people who have the same make of truck
Redline
Likes to Drive and Ride
Yes. Last year was the first time this almost became a need for me. Traveling with a large group, only two of us running 33s with 6-lug Toyota pattern, and we both had flats on that trip (at different times).
In the past I ran lots of full-size American heavy-duty trucks (Ford & Dodge), which had the same 8-lug pattern for years, until Ford decided to make a change.
HARDTRAILZ
Certified
Got a same size spare, but the 2nd would be an inch different. How would a tire close in size not be helpful vs a flat? I could not use it on the rear with my locker, but it would roll on the front to get back to pavement...