[Grandpa#3]

I believe any small spare wheel is only rated for not more that 40mph. Our spare can be deflated enough to fit back into its cubby hole. You remove the air valve use a length of rope, run it around the tire, and use a tire iron or part of a broom handle to twist the rope to draw down the tire. This will compress the tire and you reinstall the valve before releasing the twisted rope.



Cheers,

Larry

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[ryker]

Selling on eBay for $500 each. I have one sitting in my garage...



http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Porsche-16-10-...7e&vxp=mtr

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[Cloud9...68]

Wow, that's shocking, considering they're relatively common on 968's. Unfortunately, mine had the heart-shaped holes.

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[JTP]

I had a flat today on the worst day possible, on my way to the airport. When I began inflating the spare it only popped on one side and I was afraid it was going to blow before the other side popped. I let it go and it inflated properly. Drove about 3 miles to long term parking and went on my flight. After reading that many of you had trouble deflating it I'll have to deal wth that when I get back. If it doesn't deflate proper I'll take a ratchet strap and force it. My only regret is the spate isn't virgin anymore but oh well. Spares are made to be used.

I was really astonished at how light that spare was though. I wonder if those spare rims are forged and if so, might be worthwhile to use as everyday rims on A smaller vehicle.

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[94SilverCab]

As I understand it, these spares are in high demand in the 356 crowd.

 

Jay

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[Rap]

Any idea on the going rate for this crowd?

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[williamoss]

I just checked the parts catalogue for the spare tire. The part number is 965 362 030 00.  Pelican Parts has it listed as $969.75 with no guarantee of availability. Tire Rack has none available, since they only sell old fashioned rubber tires. For $970 that would pay for quite a long tow or many years of AAA membership.

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[ds968]

 $969.75 

:o  :wacko:    for that price, does a 968 come attached to the spare ? 

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[94SilverCab]

There are 2 different types of spares (steel vs. aluminium, also # of holes?)..look up 356 outlaws.

 

Jay

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[Rap]

guess I should look at this tire to see

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[JTP]

My 944S has a steel spare while the 968 has the alloy. I really didn't want to use the spare since it was never used but I was in a pinch. On the alloy 968 spare it's interesting that they set the offset just right so it sits relatively flush with the body and doesn't give that look of it riding on bicycle tires like most donut spares.

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[craigbilodeau]

Has anyone purchased a donut spare and stored it in the space under the trunk? Since my 968 did not come with a spare (or jack, or toolkit, or compressor), I am having to source these on my own. Given what I have read about the OEM collapsible spare and its current cost, I am inclined to purchase something with an eye towards modern-day practicality and ease of use. Any information on carrying and using a donut spare on a 968 with an unmodified suspension would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

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[craigbilodeau]

Any advice on the above question?

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[MCL968]

I have never heard of anyone trying a donut spare on a 968. I would advise against it for a number of reasons. First, the smaller diameter would result in an already low car being dangerously lower on whatever corner you put the spare. Second, the narrow tread combined with the changed ride height would make the car squirrelly at any speed above walking. Finally, where do you plan to find a 5x130 donut in the proper offset? Sourcing and stowing such an animal might prove to be impossible.

 

I would suggest getting one off of an older Boxster or 944. There are lots of them in junk yards, and picking up an aftermarket compressor to inflate the tire should the need ever arise.

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[craigbilodeau]

Thanks!!!

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