spare

A spare tire (or stepney in some countries) is an additional tire (or tyre - see spelling differences) carried in a motor vehicle as a replacement for one that goes flat, has a blowout, or has another emergency. Spare tire is generally a misnomer, as almost all vehicles actually carry an entire wheel with a tire mounted on it as a spare rather than just a tire, as fitting a tire to a wheel would require a motorist to carry additional, specialized equipment. However, some spare tires ("space-saver" and "donut" types) are not meant to be driven long distances. Space-savers have a maximum speed of around 50 mph (80 km/h).When replacing a damaged tire, placing the compact spare on a non-drive axle will prevent damage to the drivetrain. If placed on a drivetrain axle, the smaller-diameter tire can put stress on the differential causing damage and reducing handling.

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  1. O

    Spare parts

    Most cars have a production run of around 6 years before they have major facelifts and alterations which could mean parts which fit the new model are no longer compatible with the original. Do all manufactures have a legal responsibility to provide correct parts for older models and over what...

  2. Spare Wheel for MG 3 Hybrid Plus

    Ok, I know that there is no wheel well for a spare wheel, but having been caught out a few years ago in a car that just had a tub of goo, does anyone know the following about the MG3 Hybrid wheels: Stud pattern: 5x---- Center bore: I'd like to source even a space saver that can be put...
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  3. A

    Full Size Spare Wheel

    Does anyone have a clue where I could buy an MG4 Trophy wheel from, dealer says no ? Can't find a matching wheel pattern anywhere. I really don't want to have to buy a set of five. I WANT a spare wheel, not some useless gunk and a stupid little compressor!
  4. Gomev

    Archived Spacesaver spare wheel for MG5

    New unused space saver wheel for sale. £50. Collection or can meet within reasonable distance.
  5. Gomev

    Archived Full size spare wheel

    Full size spare wheel, original OEM. Fits under boot floor, unused. £70 Collection or meet up.
  6. H

    Do you know the name of this part?

    Hi everyone, Do you know the name or spare part number of this part? It works as hinges for the trunk shelf (maybe called parcel shelf), I managed to break off one of them. You can see it attached properly on the image bellow;
  7. Narrowgauge725

    Spare wheel acquired

    Being a good Yorkshireman I had no intention of paying MG prices for a spare wheel. Managed to pick up a Mercedes space saver spare same size and bolt pattern for £40. The centre hole is bigger so I will turn a suitable spacer. An old jack and wheelbrace and job sorted.
  8. J

    Spare parts

    Hello After reading all kinds of test reports and videos, I decided to buy an MG EHS in 2022. Everything went as planned and we are very satisfied with the car. In October 2023 I had an accident with the MG. The damage was valued at 10,000 euros and the car was taken to an insurance damage...
  9. midician

    Boot spare light socket or something else ?

    Does anyone know what this might be ? I initially thought it was a spot for a boot light in left hand drive vehicles . When I opened it up , there was a loop of cable or wire like a pull toggle . Could be see if there was a wiring socket behind it….
  10. Malcolm Anderson

    Archived Saying good bye (various items for sale)

    Hi everyone I have sold my MG5 excl LR and bought a more expensive European car. I am keeping my fingers crossed it will be as reliable as my 2 MGs have been. So any way I have some parts spare for sale for MG5/ZS owners. I have ‘Eagle 1200 Roof bars’ MG5 only? used once to bring some ladders...
  11. O

    Archived MG5 Genuine Mats and Spare Wheel Kit

    Hi all, due to returning my MG5 I'm selling the genuine mats (as new) and spare wheel kit (brand new). They are located in Cardiff for collection, or happy to post at buyers cost. Mats: £40 Spare Wheel Kit: £220 Sensible offers invited if you want both items!
  12. boomish

    Free ticket to Everything Electric London today

    Wife can’t come so have a spare ticket in case anyone wants it .. bit late notice you never know .. PM me ..I’ll check back in a bit https://uk.everythingelectric.show/london
  13. G

    My MG4 Spare Wheel Solution

    Like most recent small cars the MG4 is supplied with a gunk canister and what passes for a pump, optimistically promising to get you moving from where you stopped to a tire repair facility without resort to a flat-top tow. As many experiences related on this forum show, this is going to be a...
  14. Simon 19662021

    Archived Zs ev space saver wheel and jack

    For sale mg zs ev space saver spare wheel and jack kit £80 collect Tamworth It is unused
  15. Pontyboy

    Archived SPACE SAVER SPARE WHEEL KIT inc JACK etc

    Bought for my 2022 MG ZS EV Long range. Purchased from MG Bridgend dealership, (inv attached) Cost £230 happy to sell for £150. Buyer to collect or happy with another suitable alternative
  16. W

    Spare Wheel (space saver) for MG4

    Hi I'm in WA and have a MG4 64 Essence. Because of distances between country town's here I am reluctant to take it out of the Metro area without a spare. My question is has anyone sourced a space saver that will fit? I have seen a MG4 EV Space Saver Spare Wheel - Braumach Spare Wheel Kit -...
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    • australia mg4 space saver spare spare wheel wheel
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    • Forum: MG4 EV Forum
  17. G

    Spare Key

    When I collected my new car, the key used to bring it to dealers could not be found so I was given the second key. That was four months ago, I have been ringing dealer every week in this time and have been told it is on way. Is it coming on a slow boat from China, cannot understand delay, are...
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    • car collection dealer delay key lost key mg zs ev spare
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    • Forum: MG ZS EV Forum

  18. Archived Spacesaver spare wheel for ZS ev

    18" wheel with 125/70 R18 tyre (VW part no 57A-601-011-A) inc 5 VW bolts. Never been fitted so as new. Bolt pattern 5x112, Centre bore 57.1 Bolt thread M14 x 1.5 Just been in car boot. Inc clamp to secure to wheel well. Jack and wheel brace. Located Lytham St Anne's Lancashire. Shipping...
  19. JuziWomble

    Anyone ordered a 'spare' or second 'Blade key' for their second Key Fob

    As it says on the title - My second Fob doesnt have a blade key in it - a) Should the second fob have a Blade key within? b) Anyone ordered a spare/second if they didn't have one - Was that easy ? c) Would a key cutter be able to replicate my original one or is it a MG specific job
  20. rjhfandclf

    Space-saver spare wheel queries ...

    With at least 80% of my mileage is on long trips to SW France, and being of an age now when I adopt at least a belt and braces (+ string and sellotape, if poss) approach, I am looking at various 'precautions' before my first trip in 2024. One thing I am looking into buying is a space-saver [and...
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