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BP68 · 08-07-2009, 03:55 PM

Hey all

I was wondering what you guys with 5 lug 20's are carrying around for a
spare. That is for those of you who actually keep a spare.

What size wheel and tire are you using?

I would like to have one when on the road, just in case, and don't really like
the idea of filling the tire up with that slimy stuff in fix a flat.

help.

BTW - I have a blazer tank on my truck, so wheel would ride in the bed.

stealthy '69 · 08-07-2009, 04:10 PM

You could go with a matching wheel and tire and get an in-bed spare mount. Or if you wanted to go the cheap route get a 15" steely and any brand tire that is the same over all height and toss it in the back and roll. Just a few thoughts

big_al_71 · 08-07-2009, 05:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stealthy '69

You could go with a matching wheel and tire and get an in-bed spare mount. Or if you wanted to go the cheap route get a 15" steely and any brand tire that is the same over all height and toss it in the back and roll. Just a few thoughts

that is exactly what I did.......rally wheel with a 15 inch tire....

epashhans · 08-07-2009, 06:58 PM

Yeah, the cheapest route is the 15 that matches the diameter.

You could hit up ebay for single wheels...sometimes they have some on there, like this for example... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/20-CH...Q5fAccessories

They can sometimes be reasonable...then find a used tire at a local shop and you aren't in too deep.

I am pretty sure Dodge Rams 20 inch spare steelie fits as well, for a "true" 20 inch spare. Seems they are becoming pretty popular these days though for guys wanting to run over-sized steel rims, so I am not sure how easy they would be to find. Could call some wrecking yards, tire shops, or even dodge dealerships in the area. Somebody on here has a bagged project that they are using those wheels on...I believe....

Or just get AAA...they come pick you up on a flatbed!

71swb4x4 · 08-07-2009, 07:11 PM

What spare?

caja_larga · 08-07-2009, 07:32 PM

I got a 16" spare tire off a later fill size truck. I used it do to the fact that to run some 15" wheel you have to cut you lower control arms. That would suck to do on the side of the road... What ever you get for a spare give it a try before you need it.

BP68 · 08-09-2009, 09:44 PM

I am pretty sure Dodge Rams 20 inch spare steelie fits as well, for a "true" 20 inch spare. Seems they are becoming pretty popular these days though for guys wanting to run over-sized steel rims, so I am not sure how easy they would be to find. Could call some wrecking yards, tire shops, or even dodge dealerships in the area. Somebody on here has a bagged project that they are using those wheels on...I believe....

I thought about this, but it appears they are a different bolt pattern, and the guys running them are using adapters.

08-07-2009, 03:55 PM	#1
BP68 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Olive Branch, MS Posts: 824	What spare to use when running 20's ? Hey all I was wondering what you guys with 5 lug 20's are carrying around for a spare. That is for those of you who actually keep a spare. What size wheel and tire are you using? I would like to have one when on the road, just in case, and don't really like the idea of filling the tire up with that slimy stuff in fix a flat. help. BTW - I have a blazer tank on my truck, so wheel would ride in the bed. __________________ 68 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 06 Chevy Ext Cab Fleetside 03 Grand Prix GTP My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=269999 Last edited by BP68; 08-07-2009 at 04:00 PM.

08-07-2009, 04:10 PM	#2
stealthy '69 '69 Chevy SWB Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Surprise, Az Posts: 1,065	Re: What spare to use when running 20's ? You could go with a matching wheel and tire and get an in-bed spare mount. Or if you wanted to go the cheap route get a 15" steely and any brand tire that is the same over all height and toss it in the back and roll. Just a few thoughts

08-07-2009, 06:58 PM	#4
epashhans Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: MT Posts: 319	Re: What spare to use when running 20's ? Yeah, the cheapest route is the 15 that matches the diameter. You could hit up ebay for single wheels...sometimes they have some on there, like this for example... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/20-CH...Q5fAccessories They can sometimes be reasonable...then find a used tire at a local shop and you aren't in too deep. I am pretty sure Dodge Rams 20 inch spare steelie fits as well, for a "true" 20 inch spare. Seems they are becoming pretty popular these days though for guys wanting to run over-sized steel rims, so I am not sure how easy they would be to find. Could call some wrecking yards, tire shops, or even dodge dealerships in the area. Somebody on here has a bagged project that they are using those wheels on...I believe.... Or just get AAA...they come pick you up on a flatbed! __________________ '67 C-10 Shorty - 454, 5spd, and speed holes!

08-07-2009, 07:11 PM	#5
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: What spare to use when running 20's ? What spare? __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

08-07-2009, 07:32 PM	#6
caja_larga Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Tucson, Az Posts: 172	Re: What spare to use when running 20's ? I got a 16" spare tire off a later fill size truck. I used it do to the fact that to run some 15" wheel you have to cut you lower control arms. That would suck to do on the side of the road... What ever you get for a spare give it a try before you need it.

08-09-2009, 09:44 PM	#7
BP68 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Olive Branch, MS Posts: 824	Re: What spare to use when running 20's ? I am pretty sure Dodge Rams 20 inch spare steelie fits as well, for a "true" 20 inch spare. Seems they are becoming pretty popular these days though for guys wanting to run over-sized steel rims, so I am not sure how easy they would be to find. Could call some wrecking yards, tire shops, or even dodge dealerships in the area. Somebody on here has a bagged project that they are using those wheels on...I believe.... I thought about this, but it appears they are a different bolt pattern, and the guys running them are using adapters. __________________ 68 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 06 Chevy Ext Cab Fleetside 03 Grand Prix GTP My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=269999



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