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"Plus" sized tires too large to fit in the front spare tire boot

Discussion in '308/328' started by dave80gtsi, Mar 15, 2008.

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  1. Hans

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    In fact, that last fact is a blessing! It was sure nice to do a nice and steady 130 kph on the spare. In fact, I was surprised how little difference I could feel between driving with normal wheels and the space saver spare!

    Oh, and on a Euro GT4, there is no way that even a 205/55/16 will fit in that little hole up front. I am starting to wonder if the Euro and US spec spare wheel well are of different size? Really, the 125 width space saver only leaves room for very little dirty laundry (hey, I was on a road trip) :D

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    Hans, Mar 17, 2008
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  2. Gatorrari

    Gatorrari F1 World Champ Silver Subscribed

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    That's exactly what I was thinking. And on a GTB, without the rear spoiler, it makes the car look even more classic.
     
    Gatorrari, Mar 17, 2008
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  3. 308 GTB

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    I think so too.
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  4. Mike C

    Mike C F1 Veteran Lifetime Rossa Owner

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    No, that's the more common "upsize", which is what I have. It is essentially the same diameter as the original 225/50's... actually slightly SMALLER in diameter! It will fit. See below:
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  5. Mike C

    Mike C F1 Veteran Lifetime Rossa Owner

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    The most common "upsize" (which is what I did) is to put the stock 225/55 tires on the front wheels, and then go 245/45 on the rear. Puts more rubber on the ground without increasing diameter.
     
    Mike C, Mar 18, 2008
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  6. BigTex

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    You just carry a new tire only in the spare, no rim...

    Or put the flat into the passenger seat, either way......
     
    BigTex, Mar 19, 2008
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