I know many people suggest that you do not drive on a factory spare for more than 50 miles, but are the really designed to implode once you exceed 50 miles? The reason I ask is that I have a 2006 Honda Civic EX that currently has three (3) normal tires and one (1) spare on it (after a flat I s…

You do realize that flat tires are usually fixable, right? Do you have any reason to suspect the flat isn’t fixable? The best option would be to pay the 10-15 bucks to have the flat fixed before you leave (yes, even though you’re only going to put another 150 miles on it before you junk it). Another…

Yeah, I forgot an essential piece in my post: The tire is beyond patching and the steel belts are exposed. In my green age I have patched plenty of tires and this tire is beyond that. I really wish that were an option though. Attached is a picture of the tire if you would like to take a gander.

How many lives do you have left after driving on that tire? If you haven’t used them all up yet, driving on your spare will be safer than driving on that thing. Every time I wonder about the hassle of yearly state inspections I just think of drivers like you and I’m glad my state requires them.

Keep in mind that if the ‘donut’ spare is on the driven wheels, that the “50 mile” rating and the low speed is to keep the axle’s gearset from excessive wear and overheating due to the mismatched tire sizes, and not because the tire is going to wear out. The spare is probably far better than the ti…

I’d Only Run That Mini Tire On The Rear (FWD) For The Reason Given By Oblivion (Drivetrain Wear). Have You Read The “Fine Print” On The Spare Tire Itself ? Here’s an idea. After the wedding you should ground your self until more funds are available. If the tire in the picture is any indication of y…

You’ve presented options that you’re wrestling with. However, driving on tires like that has a great way of making the decision for you.

simple answer to a simple question…how much is your life and others worth??? get four new tires!

First whatever you do make sure the tire pressure is proper in your spare on the car. The proper pressure is on the rim or tire itself. You don’t need Michelin tires on a Civic if you cannot afford tires. Just buy the least expensive set of four and motor on. You realize if you blow the spare besi…

If/when you cause an accident I am sure that a lawyer would love to read this thread. Can you say “involuntary manslaughter”? How about “Darwin Award”?

How Long Can You Drive on a Factory Spare Tire (Really)?

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lion9car June 29, 2010, 12:39pm 10

If your other tires look anything like that tire, you should buy new tires immediately in your current location.

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How Long Can You Drive on a Factory Spare Tire (Really)?

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