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Does anybody know if there is available a "mini spare tire/ wheel combo for the 453? I'm really not comfortable driving without a proper spare but I'm quite aware of space constraints in vehicle. Really appreciate any help.
Mini spare tire/wheel combo
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The chances of a flat are low , it's not worth the carry of an extra tire in a vehicle with such low storage . Your best logical alternative is to get a small plug kit , and utilize the oem pressure kit stowed in the car . With the low pressure warning system , a slow leak will give you an alert , and plenty of time to remedy either on the road or at a service station . The chances are low for a catastrophic blowout . Risk assement wins .
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I know it'd be a bit long... but the sticker on the back of that 451 makes me want to have one on my 453 that says "0 to 60... faster than you'd think"
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Since the 453 uses a more common four bolt lug pattern you could potentially pick up a donut spare in a junkyard. Of course test to fit just to be sure, but most 4 lug donuts should do the trick. Then, assuming you can move one of the seats a few inches forward, store that donut between the seat and the firewall ledge!
Be aware that esp won't like the donut so much, but sure beats waiting for a tow truck!
Be aware that esp won't like the donut so much, but sure beats waiting for a tow truck!
When packing our 451 for a "road trip" I sometimes question the potential impact of sharing the interior with a loose spare tire in an accident?
We do have AAA but with virtually no one carrying the proper wheels/tires in stock, especially in rural areas, I wedge a spare flat behind the driver and go...
Note - tires can "age out" before they wear out, 9 years no tire events.
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Does anyone know of the specific tire/wheel size combo that
will work as an emergency spare? We had a rear tire cut by debris
that of course couldn't be repaired...
will work as an emergency spare? We had a rear tire cut by debris
that of course couldn't be repaired...
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The OP, has a 453. Aren’t the front and rear wheels, on a 453 the same size?Most people use a front wheel/tire as a spare since it can be mounted on front or rear wheel.
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They are indeed staggered...
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FYI regarding the question about bolt pattern size. According to the web site below, the size for a 453 is 100mm. What I do not know is if that measurement is through the wheel center (I would assume so) or shortest distance from bolt to bolt.
https://www.hubcaphaven.com/c/3439/smart_wheels_rims.html
https://www.hubcaphaven.com/c/3439/smart_wheels_rims.html
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Kane has a list of cars with save a spare tires that fit the 453. Unfortunately, none of the cars are available in the US.
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Can anyone direct me to a supplier of the hitch/ spare tire mount? I like that idea better than cramming a loose tire between the seat and firewall...
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Can anyone direct me to a supplier of the hitch/ spare tire mount? I like that idea better than cramming a loose tire between the seat and firewall... Does this mount swing away to allow access to the hatch?
Now 09 451 Passion Cabriolet Met Blue & Silver First 08 451 Passion Cabriolet Yellow & Black
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What year and model 451/453 is your car?
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If your driving a 451/453 smart car. Your going to need a trailer hitch receiver first. There are a variety of outside spare tire carries on the market. You can take fold down bike rack carrier. And convert it to a tire carrier too. Weld on a plate. Your going to have to relocate your license plate.
https://www.etrailer.com/hitch-2008_Smart_fortwo.htm
https://www.etrailer.com/Spare-Tire-Carrier/Curt/C31006.html
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