Spare tire stem

[NewArt]

Originally Posted by Meir

Thanks BY.
I’m thinking to give up on the spare tire all together, and carry a flat tire kit of some sort. Just like the modern cars do.

Anyway, just how far can you trust a 16 year old tire?

[Deserion]

Originally Posted by NewArt

Anyway, just how far can you trust a 16 year old tire?

I'd trust the 27-year old spare in my 911. Then again it's a collapsible tire and built a little differently. Also those aren't exactly available anymore in that size.

The Continental spare should be available through a Conti dealer. Even Conti's site for spare tires shows the 9x6 temporary wheel.

[Meir]

Originally Posted by NewArt

Anyway, just how far can you trust a 16 year old tire?

that is exactly the point, and why i'm not going to look for a used replacement.
the rubber itself looks in outstanding shape. i guess they are made different than regular tires. just need a new stem.

[clickman]

My theory is that the spare tire is protected from the elements including sun so the rubber should still be ok...

[BYprodriver]

Originally Posted by clickman

My theory is that the spare tire is protected from the elements including sun so the rubber should still be ok...

UV rays & ozone is what deteriates the rubber so just follow the rules, (60mph max & 60psi) and you should be ok. Inspect the tire for any cracks in the rubber.
I still use my oe spacesaver.