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Old 02-22-10, 05:47 PM
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Default RX-8 Spare Tire Kit

Ok i just bought one from eBay and the guy has 3 more left at $40 a piece plus shipping!!!!!! OMG that's cheap here is the link

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/RX8-S...#ht_500wt_1182
Old 02-22-10, 05:58 PM
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Thanks! I now have a replacement for my Supra TT spare with the hole in it!
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very nice ! lol i've been waiting to get one of these since i just replaced my run flats with standards what a bargain!
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Awesome! Thanks for the tip! Stupid cheap too! I don't know if I'll carry it all the time but it'll be great to have the option. RFT's are long gone.
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yeah hurry up there is only 1 more left i think!
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all gone! i hope you got the last one
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Is the RX8 spare size 125/70/R17? I was looking at another auction (2004 RX8 spare) and didn't go for it when I found out the size. The OEM specified spare is 145/70/R17 which makes the overall diameter at 25" (about 0.7" smaller than the regular tire). However, the Mazda spare will be 23.9" in diameter (about 1.8" smaller than regular)! Is this spare O.K. for load distribution? I realize that spares are meant for short distances. But, 1.8" difference appears to be significant....is it? Also, 125 makes the width narrower by 0.8"....less tire on the road

Can someone who has experience help sort this out.

Thanks.
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Originally Posted by Alterious
all gone! i hope you got the last one
Missed out !! i'm just unlucky
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Darn! Me too.. I just hate these RTF's!
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I got my Supra TT spare by registering on the Supra forum and putting in a request for one. There was a local guy that sold it to me for $45 and no shipping since I just drove by and picked it up.

If you specifically want an RX spare for the smaller size or weight, trying doing the same on their forum.
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Bummer!! The eBay seller only had one spare to sell. He has refunded the other buyers with his apologies. Bummer!
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yeah i got the email i think it's bs imo!
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damn, this was a good deal too
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