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Jul 29, 2021 | 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete_89T2

Were the 16" FD spares also mounted on yellow Enkei wheels?.

i think yes, its either yellow or natural aluminum color. good concourse question! it should have a little gray protector over it too

oh man just when you think you know something, the spare tire protector is different touring vs not....

Jul 29, 2021 | 09:43 AM

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Both my 16" and 17" are yellow, and the touring cover is a little smaller due to the Bose snake.

Jul 29, 2021 | 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete_89T2

Good timely discussion here. When I got my FD, one of the first things I found was the spare was flat. From the pictures above, it looks like I may have the 17" FD spare - mine is yellow like the one pictured, and it's an Enkei wheel, but I'd have to check the size markings to verify it's a 17" and not the 16" FD spare. Were the 16" FD spares also mounted on yellow Enkei wheels?

Anyway, for my flat spare tire I had a local shop try remounting and inflating it, as when I tested it I found it was leaking air from the bead. The remount improved it, but it wouldn't hold air much beyond a week. So I gave a can of fix-a-flat a try, and it's been holding the 60psi sidewall spec pressure ever since. But I wouldn't trust that tire to get me more than a few miles to the nearest tire repair place, so I'm going to see if I can buy a new spare tire.

yep, also mounted on yellow enkei’s.

the security plate is the standard steel cap. Nothing crazy.

Aug 12, 2021 | 08:53 PM

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Thank you to the few who brought this to my attention. I finally got mine today. Actually came off a wrecked spirit r.

I’ll be keeping the tire just for that stamp on it.

. A new tire is being mounted on hopefully tomorrow.

Aug 21, 2021 | 08:45 AM

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The spare tire cover/trunk board is also different for the FDs that came with the 17” spare.

Aug 21, 2021 | 11:16 AM

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The spare tire cover/trunk board is also different for the FDs that came with the 17” spare.

oh yeah? Because the one that comes with mine fits perfectly. Covers the entire wheel well just as it did when the 16” was in there.

Aug 21, 2021 | 11:44 AM

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There is a chopped off version of the board to go with the Bose set-up.

Aug 21, 2021 | 05:27 PM

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There is a chopped off version of the board to go with the Bose set-up.

ah, there you go. Mine was never a Bose system.

Jun 11, 2024 | 09:25 PM

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Anyone have the color code for the yellow spare tire ?

Jun 12, 2024 | 06:18 AM

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Anyone have the color code for the yellow spare tire ?

Now that’s a specific question.. I’d guess someone would have to take it to a paint shop and get it tested?

Jun 12, 2024 | 10:02 AM

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Oops

I guess I should have done that before I sand blasted this one to restore it . If anyone has that info it would greatly appreciated.

Jun 14, 2024 | 12:39 AM

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I have never been able to find the colour code for FD wheels.

Jun 15, 2024 | 10:14 AM

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Looks like spare tires are actually available for the stock FD spare wheel. Search Temuzon (Amazon) for "CONTINENTAL T135/70R16 100M sContact"

Jun 15, 2024 | 10:24 AM

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Looks like spare tires are actually available for the stock FD spare wheel. Search Temuzon (Amazon) for "CONTINENTAL T135/70R16 100M sContact"

Theyre always available, it’s just a bit tough to get it to you depending on where you are.

Mine is a Yokohama.

Jun 18, 2024 | 11:46 PM

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Hi,

I think It's great that you got the PDR work done and took the opportunity to check the spare tire. It is a good reminder for everyone to occasionally check their spare tire pressure as it is easy to forget. Some time Low pressure can be a problem in an emergency, so it's worth ensuring it's properly inflated. Thanks for remind everyone.