Menu toggle

spare wheel

agkanoutas

agkanoutas

New member
Hello, I recently bought my first Porsche, a used 996 C4S of 2002 and it was missing the spare wheel. Not being informed that it normally had a collapsible spare wheel, I went on eBay and bought a normal 18 inch spare wheel with a normal inflated tyre. As expected, it does not fit under the face floor in the front boot, not does it the boot lid close if I try to fit it upright.
Does anyone know any tricks to make it fit? Is it worth trying to deflate it or is my only option to buy a new one?
Also, any thoughts on forgoing it altogether and keeping one of those foam kits? I have been avoiding it as understand that if I use it then it damages the tyre which could potentiality turn a small puncture into a large bill by having to replace both tyres on the axel.
Thanks.
 
Hi
you probably will not get a standard tyre to fit, the genuine spare is space saver with a low profile tyre fitted hence giving a smallish diameter.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Posts made and opinions expressed are those of the individual forum members

Use of the Forum is subject to the Terms and Conditions

Disclaimer

The opinions expressed on this site are not necessarily those of the Club, who shall have no liability in respect of them or the accuracy of the content. The Club assumes no responsibility for any effects arising from errors or omissions.

Porsche Club Great Britain gives no warranties, guarantees or assurances and makes no representations or recommendations regarding any goods or services advertised on this site. It is the responsibility of visitors to satisfy themselves that goods and/or services supplied by any advertiser are bona fide and in no instance can the Porsche Club Great Britain be held responsible.

When responding to advertisements please ensure that you satisfy yourself of any applicable call charges on numbers not prefixed by usual "landline" STD Codes. Information can be obtained from the operator or the white pages. Before giving out ANY information regarding cars, or any other items for sale, please satisfy yourself that any potential purchaser is bona fide.

Directors of the Board of Porsche Club GB, Club Office Staff, Register Secretaries and Regional Organisers are often requested by Club members to provide information on matters connected with their cars and other matters referred to in the Club Rules. Such information, advice and assistance provided by such persons is given in good faith and is based on the personal experience and knowledge of the individual concerned.

Neither Porsche Club GB, nor any of the aforementioned, shall be under any liability in respect of any such information, advice or assistance given to members. Members are advised to consult qualified specialists for information, advice and assistance on matters connected with their cars at all times.

Porsche
Lockton
Pirelli
Officially approved
Oracle Finance
WEX Esso
Collecting Cars
Archant Dialogue
Back
Top