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Jul 18, 2008 | 11:49 AM

lgleason

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Spare Tire

Last night I got my first flat with the TT. I was in a place where I really didn't want to leave the car, so after a lot of work I got the spare out of the compartment and then on the car. It was kind of low but I figured it would be better to limp on that........

Long story short, it was too low (note to self, check the air pressure in spares on a regular basis), and now my spare is shredded. I spoke with the guys at a goodyear store who told me it would take three months to get one....

I have noticed that some people are going the fix-a-flat route for their spares....

So, should I do that, or replace the spare? I did a search for a TT spare on the net and they are difficult to find.

Jul 18, 2008 | 11:54 AM

carsluTT

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i got a spair replaced at the dealer, cost 180 buks.....

Jul 18, 2008 | 11:55 AM

Scenic Driver

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The spare is always going to be flat when you need it >>>

You should carry an air compressor.
<a href="http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/tools/air+tools/12+volt+air+compressor.do?search=basic&keyword=air +compressor&sortby=newArrivals&page=1">This one is terrific</a>

Personally, I wouldn't use fix-a-flat on a spare.

Jul 18, 2008 | 11:56 AM

kodeTT

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I'm not even sure if my spare will fit on my car, since i never tried it on with the BBK

and everything else. i carry a set of OEM lug bolts just in case as well. i do carry the Continental sealant kit with 12V air pump.<ul><li><a href="http://www.tirerack.com/a.jsp?a=AR4&url=%2Faccessories%2Fconticomfortkit%2 Findex.jsp">conti comfort kit</a></li></ul>