Where do you keep your spare tire? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**70cst** · 09-23-2007, 08:55 PM

Do you all keep a spare tire with your truck? If so do you use the factory spare tire set up? My truck as no jack or spare tire set up and was wondering if I need to find a good used tire jack and associated hardware.

Longhorn Man · 09-23-2007, 09:01 PM

Ive found, the only time I need my spare, is right after leaving it at home, or worse, after loaning it out.

ChevLoRay · 09-23-2007, 09:02 PM

What is a "spare tire"?

In the bed of my truck, I have a spare wheel (original) that has an OLD tire (8.25x15) on it. I guess you could call it a spare tire, but I don't. If I get to the point that I need to replace one of my tires, I'll replace two of them. Two of mine are seven years old and still blessed with plenty of tread. But I know they won't live forever. Yeah, it's getting close to time to shed the old skins and grow two new ones.

It's in the bed.

tcb-1 · 09-23-2007, 09:03 PM

on the side of my stepside!!!! yep, I've got a bone stock 69 with the "optional" side mounted spare. sometimes I like it. sometimes I don't. got some 15 x 8 Rallyes coming. it was interesting saying that I needed 5 wheels and center caps!!

**LockDoc** · 09-23-2007, 09:08 PM

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I don't normally carry one unless I'm traveling 30 miles or more away from home. Then I just throw the tire and a plastic tub with the jack and tools in the bed....

LockDoc

**70cst** · 09-23-2007, 09:10 PM

I guess I am wondering if a spare tire is needed anymore. I get nervous when thinking about taking a trip with no spare tire.

see ten · 09-23-2007, 09:56 PM

I have a can of Fix-a-flat tucked under the seat!

69halfton · 09-23-2007, 09:59 PM

i got this handy little clip you pick pick up anywhere..

it clips right to my belt and holds a cell phone

lol...no spare tire for me, it stays in the garage.

67_C-30 · 09-23-2007, 10:00 PM

I throw one in the back of the C-10 on a trip, and either just remove the flat if it's on the rear, or pull one off of the back and put it on the front when I'm in one of the C-30's or the wrecker!

68C15 · 09-23-2007, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by see ten

I have a can of Fix-a-flat tucked under the seat!

that wont do a thing for a blow-out. there, now I jinxed you.

I dont even own a spare. i borrowed one from a friend when i made my 1300 mile trip back in April.

72cheyennesuper20 · 09-23-2007, 10:02 PM

My 31" spare is in my garage, It wouldn't help because my truck has 35's.

xshadow · 09-23-2007, 10:19 PM

There was an old post about this..didn't somone post that they had one of the small spares from a newer van behind the seat?

**Stocker** · 09-23-2007, 10:27 PM

I used to carry the spare in the bed (fabbed a bracket to hold it upright in the corner) so I could get it without crawling under the truck in the dirt or mud.

Never did need it, and it's under the rear of the bed again, in its original spot.

Cell coverage around here is spotty at best...

lbpd719 · 09-23-2007, 10:27 PM

Mine is hung in the factory location. Hopefully I will never have to deal with it. It gets pulled out every 2 weeks or so to check it for air/etc...

Truck mostly stays in town, and one phone call away from a good, reputable tow..

wibilly · 09-23-2007, 10:38 PM

mine are in the shed. i don't carry a spare, jack or toools in my trucks. i probably should but i can't remember the last time i had a flat. last one that comes to mind i had a spare and drove it home on the flat anyway

**70cst** · 09-23-2007, 10:40 PM

Thanks guys...
I think I will post a WTB in the parts section. I agree with the cell phone comment. Out this way it's hit or miss and if one has a blow out than a can of "fix-a-flat" won't do much good. My thinking is if I get a spare tire and have it handy...Murphy's Law is I will never need a spare!

BurnoutNova · 09-23-2007, 10:59 PM

as soon as i took mine out a few weeks ago my tire blew out... about 40 miles from home lol

*Shane* · 09-23-2007, 11:05 PM

spare what?

67_C-30 · 09-23-2007, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lbpd719

It gets pulled out every 2 weeks or so to check it for air/etc...

Are you serious?!?

**Stocker** · 09-24-2007, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67_C-30

Are you serious?!?

Wonder about this myself... Mine has been out maybe twice, and that's in 30 years. It's an original 8-ply 7.50-16 on a split rim and weighs a ton. I check it about once a year -- without removing it.

BCOWANWHEELS · 09-24-2007, 12:11 AM

THE ONLY TIME YOU need one is when you dont have one. same withgoing on a trip and not taking tool box..... i never leave home without one but then i dont have anyone to call for help so i look at it different i guess.
just me and the dogs
bob

Aarons72s · 09-24-2007, 07:55 AM

Me I just keep the spare sitting in the bed. As for the small spare check out the chevy astro and gmc safari vans. They have the same bolt pattern as our trucks, at least the the five lug ones after about 93 or 94, supposably there was some oddball car lug ones before that. They come with a small doughnut spare. As for the oe jack. They are a pos. Get you a small trolley jack that fits in its own case. They usually also come with will chocks and other goodies.

Now as to not carrying a spare, you got to be kidding me. This is a serious pet pive of mine and safety issue. I never leave home without a spare and tools in any vehicle I own. Including the vans. I even usually bring spare parts to. I will not drive a vehicle without a spare.

lilred67 · 09-24-2007, 09:00 AM

i installed a spare tire winch from a '90's model gm truck under my bed. i don't carry the spare all the time, but when i need too i crank it up under the bed and it's there if i need it. it looks really clean when the tire is under the bed because you can't see any brackets ,etc. hanging from under the truck.http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...9&d=1144539521

here's a pic....

'68 C-20 · 09-24-2007, 12:17 PM

I've got the factory spare held in by the factory hanger in the factory location. Bet it would be a real bear to get out if'n I needed it. Probably has not seen the light of day since the factory worker hung it up.

68c-10 · 09-24-2007, 01:47 PM

I have mine in the bed with the jack in the tool box. If i am running around town I sometimes pull it out and put it in the garage but i am never without a can of fix a flat with or without the spare.

09-23-2007, 08:55 PM	#1
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	Where do you keep your spare tire? Do you all keep a spare tire with your truck? If so do you use the factory spare tire set up? My truck as no jack or spare tire set up and was wondering if I need to find a good used tire jack and associated hardware. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 09-23-2007 at 08:55 PM.

09-23-2007, 09:01 PM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? Ive found, the only time I need my spare, is right after leaving it at home, or worse, after loaning it out.

09-23-2007, 09:02 PM	#3
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? What is a "spare tire"? In the bed of my truck, I have a spare wheel (original) that has an OLD tire (8.25x15) on it. I guess you could call it a spare tire, but I don't. If I get to the point that I need to replace one of my tires, I'll replace two of them. Two of mine are seven years old and still blessed with plenty of tread. But I know they won't live forever. Yeah, it's getting close to time to shed the old skins and grow two new ones. It's in the bed. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

09-23-2007, 09:03 PM	#4
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? on the side of my stepside!!!! yep, I've got a bone stock 69 with the "optional" side mounted spare. sometimes I like it. sometimes I don't. got some 15 x 8 Rallyes coming. it was interesting saying that I needed 5 wheels and center caps!!

09-23-2007, 09:08 PM	#5
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,649	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? - I don't normally carry one unless I'm traveling 30 miles or more away from home. Then I just throw the tire and a plastic tub with the jack and tools in the bed.... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

09-23-2007, 09:10 PM	#6
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? I guess I am wondering if a spare tire is needed anymore. I get nervous when thinking about taking a trip with no spare tire. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

09-23-2007, 09:56 PM	#7
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,074	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? I have a can of Fix-a-flat tucked under the seat!

09-23-2007, 09:59 PM	#8
69halfton Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: King City, Ontario, Canada Posts: 974	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? i got this handy little clip you pick pick up anywhere.. it clips right to my belt and holds a cell phone lol...no spare tire for me, it stays in the garage. __________________ - Jason If you can turn, Youre not going fast enough. Favorite caption: first car to 200 mph in the 1/4 mile, no parachute, drum brakes all the way around.. ..back when men were men.

09-23-2007, 10:00 PM	#9
67_C-30 I have a radical idea! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sweet Home Alabama! Posts: 6,513	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? I throw one in the back of the C-10 on a trip, and either just remove the flat if it's on the rear, or pull one off of the back and put it on the front when I'm in one of the C-30's or the wrecker! __________________ '67 C-30 Dually Pickup 6.2 Turbo Diesel, NP435 ‘72 C-10 SWB , 350 4bbl, TH350 '69 C-10 SWB , 250 L6, 3 OTT '69 GMC C3500, dump truck, 351 V6, NP435 '84 M1009 CUCV Military Blazer 67 C-30 Turbodiesel build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=254096 My trucks http://s226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ediafilter=all Member of the 1-Ton Club! Last edited by 67_C-30; 09-23-2007 at 10:01 PM.

09-23-2007, 10:02 PM	#11
72cheyennesuper20 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Portland, OR. Posts: 414	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? My 31" spare is in my garage, It wouldn't help because my truck has 35's.

09-23-2007, 10:19 PM	#12
xshadow Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: va Posts: 553	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? There was an old post about this..didn't somone post that they had one of the small spares from a newer van behind the seat? Last edited by xshadow; 09-23-2007 at 10:20 PM.

09-23-2007, 10:27 PM	#13
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,694	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? I used to carry the spare in the bed (fabbed a bracket to hold it upright in the corner) so I could get it without crawling under the truck in the dirt or mud. Never did need it, and it's under the rear of the bed again, in its original spot. Cell coverage around here is spotty at best... __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

09-23-2007, 10:27 PM	#14
lbpd719 Zappaphile! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los Banos, California Posts: 228	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? Mine is hung in the factory location. Hopefully I will never have to deal with it. It gets pulled out every 2 weeks or so to check it for air/etc... Truck mostly stays in town, and one phone call away from a good, reputable tow.. __________________ 1969 C20 LWB Camper Special - The Beater.. 1998 Cheyenne V6 - 4/6 Drop - For The Son

09-23-2007, 10:38 PM	#15
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? mine are in the shed. i don't carry a spare, jack or toools in my trucks. i probably should but i can't remember the last time i had a flat. last one that comes to mind i had a spare and drove it home on the flat anyway __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

09-23-2007, 10:40 PM	#16
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,375	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? Thanks guys... I think I will post a WTB in the parts section. I agree with the cell phone comment. Out this way it's hit or miss and if one has a blow out than a can of "fix-a-flat" won't do much good. My thinking is if I get a spare tire and have it handy...Murphy's Law is I will never need a spare! __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 09-23-2007 at 11:19 PM.



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09-23-2007, 10:59 PM	#17
BurnoutNova Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: CA Posts: 2,057	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? as soon as i took mine out a few weeks ago my tire blew out... about 40 miles from home lol

09-23-2007, 11:05 PM	#18
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? spare what?

09-24-2007, 12:11 AM	#21
BCOWANWHEELS Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: KINGSPORT,TN. Posts: 3,035	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? THE ONLY TIME YOU need one is when you dont have one. same withgoing on a trip and not taking tool box..... i never leave home without one but then i dont have anyone to call for help so i look at it different i guess. just me and the dogs bob __________________ I BELIEVE IN JOHN 3:16

09-24-2007, 07:55 AM	#22
Aarons72s Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: oklahoma Posts: 10,670	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? Me I just keep the spare sitting in the bed. As for the small spare check out the chevy astro and gmc safari vans. They have the same bolt pattern as our trucks, at least the the five lug ones after about 93 or 94, supposably there was some oddball car lug ones before that. They come with a small doughnut spare. As for the oe jack. They are a pos. Get you a small trolley jack that fits in its own case. They usually also come with will chocks and other goodies. Now as to not carrying a spare, you got to be kidding me. This is a serious pet pive of mine and safety issue. I never leave home without a spare and tools in any vehicle I own. Including the vans. I even usually bring spare parts to. I will not drive a vehicle without a spare. Last edited by Aarons72s; 09-24-2007 at 07:59 AM.

09-24-2007, 09:00 AM	#23
lilred67 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: weatherford,texas Posts: 1,003	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? i installed a spare tire winch from a '90's model gm truck under my bed. i don't carry the spare all the time, but when i need too i crank it up under the bed and it's there if i need it. it looks really clean when the tire is under the bed because you can't see any brackets ,etc. hanging from under the truck.http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...9&d=1144539521 here's a pic.... Last edited by lilred67; 09-24-2007 at 09:14 AM. Reason: add pic

09-24-2007, 12:17 PM	#24
'68 C-20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Dansville, NY Posts: 248	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? I've got the factory spare held in by the factory hanger in the factory location. Bet it would be a real bear to get out if'n I needed it. Probably has not seen the light of day since the factory worker hung it up. __________________ DIY body and paint work is cheap, making it look good... priceless -------------------------------------------- My Toys; ’26 Ford Model T ‘72 Triumph Spitfire 1500 '09 "The Briggs Flyer" Gettin' High.

09-24-2007, 01:47 PM	#25
68c-10 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Ashtabula, Ohio Posts: 105	Re: Where do you keep your spare tire? I have mine in the bed with the jack in the tool box. If i am running around town I sometimes pull it out and put it in the garage but i am never without a can of fix a flat with or without the spare. __________________ 68 Chevy C-10 custom, 350,4bbl, serp belt swap, th400, 5 lug disk conversion, added honda seats and factory tach. 71 Gremlin X, 360, t-5, 8 3/4 rear, and dodge dakota seats. 82 Spirit, 4.0,ax-15, 8.8 rear and sti bucket seats

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