[DML] Re: compact spare

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

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>
----- Original Message -----
From: Jonathan Heslop <gatewayaag@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Friday, January 21, 2000 2:29 PM
Subject: [DML] compact spare


> Hi list...........
>
> My compact spare is dead. It won't hold any air at all--pump it up to
60psi
> and it's totally flat in an hour. I figured I could just replace it, but
> the guy at the tire shop said they usually replace the WHOLE thing (wheel
> and tire) on compact spares. Is this BS?
>
> Has anyone had a similar experience? Thanks!
>
> --Jonathan #000697