[DML] Re: compact spare
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[DML] Re: compact spare



hi everyone the compact spare can be removed from the rim. i have done
this myself on my tire. you then can remount it and reseal it . no need to
replace the whole assembly . bob miller




-----Original Message-----
From: mikeatk@xxxx <mikeatk@xxxx>
To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sunday, January 23, 2000 1:14 PM
Subject: [DML] Re: compact spare


>Hi Joe,
>
>Saw your post and was getting ready to e-mail you about this very question.
>Since the spare is obviously no good, would you recommend removing it
>completely and using that space as additional storage area for emergency
>items. Such as the two cans of flat fix, jumper wires, flashlight, tools,
>manuals and other needed items would fit inside that space nicely. What
>should we carry in the car anyway. I know I've seen a list of recommended
>tools to carry but cannot find it. What would you recommend.
>
>Thanks
>
>Mike Atkinson
>
>mikeatk@xxxx
>
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: DMC Joe <dmcjoe@xxxx>
>To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
>Date: Saturday, January 22, 2000 5:18 PM
>Subject: [DML] Re: compact spare
>
>
>>Jonathan,
>>
>>Your problem is common. We suggest that owners carry a can or two of "Flat
>>Fix" or similar brands in their DeLoreans. The spare tires just don't hold
>>air. If you get a flat and by chance you have a fully inflated spare (very
>>unlikely) it is only practical to use the spare on the front of the car.
>>When used on the rear, the car will list as much as 4 inches restricting
>>driving at any real speed (also looks real stupid). Here is one more
>>interesting fact. The rear tires will not fit in the luggage compartment
>>therefore if you are carrying a passenger there is not practical location
>to
>>store the flat rear tire, you might have to leave that expensive wheel and
>>tire on the side of the road.
>>
>>The Flat Fix type products are easy to use and do work especially if you
>get
>>a flat on a cold rainy night.
>>
>>DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxx>
>>Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
>
>
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