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964 18" wheels
James Ryder from Malaysia
964 C2 1990 with 18" wheels Michelin Pilot Sport 225/40F 245/35 R Puzzled at how to use emergency spare. Remove emergency spare, compressor & jack (15/20 minutes) Supermarket shopping on the roadside! Remove punctured wheel/tyre. (10/15 minutes) Install emergency spare and compressor pump to 40psi (10/15 minutes) Now what do I do with the punctured wheel/tyre? Will not go inside car. Very much doubt whether it would go in the front compartment. And I have no intention of taking a wheel off just to try. And even if it would then where to put the supermarket shopping! Finally, I doubt whether I have the strength to lift the wheel into the compartment even if it would go. And since my wife also drives the car a lot she would certainly not have the strength. Appears simpler and quicker to call AAM (AA of Malaysia) for a tow truck to the nearest tyre centre. Get rid of the emergency spare & compressor and have more space for shopping (and spares) Would welcome any comments and roadside experience. James |
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11-18-2012, 11:09 PM
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The removed full-size tire is suppose to be placed in the passenger compartment of the vehicle. When new, the car should have included a bag in which to place the tyre in order to not soil the interior of the car.
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11-19-2012, 06:47 AM
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"Finally, I doubt whether I have the strength to lift the wheel into the compartment even if it would go."
U need to start working out!! |
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11-19-2012, 07:24 AM
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Thanks for comments
Vandit And where does the passenger go? In the luggage compartment? Did Porsche supply a bag for the passenger? Targa Too late to think about working out at age 90+! Would still like to hear rom someone with roadside experience Regards James |
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11-20-2012, 04:10 AM
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90+ and still in a 911? That kicks ass! Porsche for life.
 The tire is supposed to go in the back seat, but that may be more challenging then getting it in the boot. |
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11-20-2012, 07:53 AM
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WOW if I am still able to get in and out of my car at 80 I will be grateful
At 90 plus years ...call AAM I had one flat and used a plug and inflate a can to limp home ..definitely less trouble than trying to get the wheel in the back seat.. |
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11-20-2012, 10:28 AM
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I thought they are disposable?? j/k.
RyderMal: Where are you in Malaysia? You can just leave it there, I will pick it up after you  Good to see another MY here. Good luck. Never had a flat on a 911 yet. So something new to know. Thanks. |
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11-25-2012, 04:50 PM
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