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Offline Matt G

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Used spare tyre
« on: February 19, 2016, 06:31:21 PM »
Hey guys,
I delaminated my from right tyre last night (just old), so I've switched my spare (which is 100% new...) and I'm now looking for a used (legal) slim-as-possible tyre that I can throw on my spare rim.  Rim is standard 15 x 8" Rally so I think the minimum tyre is a 215.
Or, I'd happily look at a "Space saver" option since it will be a limp-home-spare anyway.  Wheel only has to last until my current tyres 'rapidly wear out'....
I'd appreciate any ideas/options.
Cheers

Offline sirfixalot

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Re: Used spare tyre
« Reply #1 on: February 20, 2016, 08:11:41 PM »
Try going to a tyre  place sure they could find something that fits. There is a place on Fairford Rd padstow that specialises in  2nd hand tyres

Offline Matt G

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Re: Used spare tyre
« Reply #2 on: February 20, 2016, 10:25:57 PM »
Good idea. I'm sure that most local tyre shops change out well worn (but still legal) tyres regularly. Might be as simple as paying for a swap, fit and balance. Sure beats my original idea of changing it old school by hand (I figured that I could do with the challenge and exercise😜).
Thanks for the direction change. Much better idea!