R55 Spare Tire
#2
spare tire
As far as I can tell:
Clubman - yes
Clubman S - no
Here is a link to a recent thread on the topic:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...d.php?t=129310
Clubman - yes
Clubman S - no
Here is a link to a recent thread on the topic:
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...d.php?t=129310
Last edited by timubik; 10-02-2008 at 03:25 PM. Reason: adding link
#4
I have a Clubman (Purchased with 6,000 miles) that came with run-flat summer tires and no spare. I recently switched them to Bridgestone Potenza All Season and a spare. I noticed that there is a big piece of foam in the spare tire well but have not tried to take it out. Is it hard to take out?
My wife hit a piece of metal on the interstate the other day and it completely sliced the sidewall of the new Bridgestone. I'm glad I bought the spare because there was no way that anything would have fixed that. It even took a small chunk out of the lip on the rim.
My wife hit a piece of metal on the interstate the other day and it completely sliced the sidewall of the new Bridgestone. I'm glad I bought the spare because there was no way that anything would have fixed that. It even took a small chunk out of the lip on the rim.
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For those who drive an S and want to carry a compact spare tire - but don't want all that dirt and grime despoiling their beautiful Clubman - The Bag Lady, who sews a mean seam, is closing up shop and has a number of her well made spare tire bags for sale at a discount.
I know Robyn AKA "The Bag Lady" very well. Bought a dog liner for my '04 MINI from her that is a beauty. Here's a link to the details: http://nemini.org/index.php/topic,11960.0.html
You can contact her via email at robyn@njbaglady.com
I know Robyn AKA "The Bag Lady" very well. Bought a dog liner for my '04 MINI from her that is a beauty. Here's a link to the details: http://nemini.org/index.php/topic,11960.0.html
have quite a few plain black MINI spare tire bags left over that I had made in advance. If anyone would like one, I'm clearing them out at $20 each (originally $37). The bags are sized to fit the standard spare that came on the R50 Cooper (115/75/15). For any S owners out there looking for a spare, this bag will let you neatly tuck your compact spare behind one of your front seats without getting your interior dirty.
Shipping is $4.60 for Priority Mail or you're welcome to pick one up from me at an event...
Shipping is $4.60 for Priority Mail or you're welcome to pick one up from me at an event...
Last edited by Otra; 03-05-2009 at 09:46 AM.
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My wife caught a screw in the front passenger tire this week at 1600 miles, and with the ordeal of trying to find a tire shop that would actually repair a runflat - 90% of the shops said they are unrepairable and must be REPLACED at $150 or so - I've decided to order a spare. Luckily I found a place to patch the runflat for $12...
We're doing a 3000 mile road trip this summer where a flat would be a massive hassle (300 miles from a city and the runflat won't last that long - and my chances of finding the odd-sized runflat in mid-Kansas are not good).
Already have the tools in the trunk, so I just ordered the spare tire, mounting gear, and tool tray that fits inside the wheel that will fit in the spare cubby hole in the Clubman S from Morristown MINI. They've got good prices with a 20% off discount - no taxes and shipping is cheap ($10-$15).
Spare wheel/tire mounted, and balanced $225
71106778759 Trunk tray, emergency wheel $35.21
36106782325 Mounting screw, spare wheel (M8X56) $1.09
36106781466 Spare wheel retainer $3.19
Really, how dumb is it to have a tire that you cannot repair? Like we don't have enough old tires in landfills already... Anyways, here's the info if anyone else is as fed up with run-craps as me
We're doing a 3000 mile road trip this summer where a flat would be a massive hassle (300 miles from a city and the runflat won't last that long - and my chances of finding the odd-sized runflat in mid-Kansas are not good).
Already have the tools in the trunk, so I just ordered the spare tire, mounting gear, and tool tray that fits inside the wheel that will fit in the spare cubby hole in the Clubman S from Morristown MINI. They've got good prices with a 20% off discount - no taxes and shipping is cheap ($10-$15).
Spare wheel/tire mounted, and balanced $225
71106778759 Trunk tray, emergency wheel $35.21
36106782325 Mounting screw, spare wheel (M8X56) $1.09
36106781466 Spare wheel retainer $3.19
Really, how dumb is it to have a tire that you cannot repair? Like we don't have enough old tires in landfills already... Anyways, here's the info if anyone else is as fed up with run-craps as me
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thanks!
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As promised, here are some pictures of the install process:
Step 1: Ignore the dirty Clubman.
Step 2: Remove the cargo cover and flat load floor - you should be left with the empty trunk.
Step 3: Set out the pieces.
Step 4: Assemble the retaining screw and cap, the long end goes into the bottom of the cap.
Thanks RealOEM:
Step 5: Remove the bottom trunk cover and the existing tray with tools. You should be left with this:
Here is the old tray with jack/tools:
Step 6: Throw the tire in upside down (text and warnings on the bottom) and secure with the assembled screw and cap.
Step 7: Insert new tray (which fits partially inside the spare wheel) and transfer over the jack/tools:
Step 8: Put the floors and cargo cover back in. All done!
Step 1: Ignore the dirty Clubman.
Step 2: Remove the cargo cover and flat load floor - you should be left with the empty trunk.
Step 3: Set out the pieces.
Step 4: Assemble the retaining screw and cap, the long end goes into the bottom of the cap.
Thanks RealOEM:
Step 5: Remove the bottom trunk cover and the existing tray with tools. You should be left with this:
Here is the old tray with jack/tools:
Step 6: Throw the tire in upside down (text and warnings on the bottom) and secure with the assembled screw and cap.
Step 7: Insert new tray (which fits partially inside the spare wheel) and transfer over the jack/tools:
Step 8: Put the floors and cargo cover back in. All done!
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My guess is that retaining screw goes into the floor first (with torx end sticking out), then you use a torx socket (looks like #30) to make sure it's snug. That way the retaining nut is much easier to screw in once the wheel is in place. It's different than most cars, but it is also more convenient since you don't have to try to hit the hole in the floor with wheel already in place while the nut prevents you from navigating in the dark.
#18
Not sure, but I imagine it is probably the same tray. The small section with the jack is a separate piece that fits in the big tray.
Yes, the retaining screw is a bit odd but once you figure it out it all seems to fit well and tight.
Yes, the retaining screw is a bit odd but once you figure it out it all seems to fit well and tight.
#20
Is there anyway we can get the new tray for free from the dealership? or is it available elsewhere online?
Also, Is there anyway you can provide a direct link for the suggested parts below? We'd greatly appreciate it. Thank you.
Also, Is there anyway you can provide a direct link for the suggested parts below? We'd greatly appreciate it. Thank you.
My wife caught a screw in the front passenger tire this week at 1600 miles, and with the ordeal of trying to find a tire shop that would actually repair a runflat - 90% of the shops said they are unrepairable and must be REPLACED at $150 or so - I've decided to order a spare. Luckily I found a place to patch the runflat for $12...
We're doing a 3000 mile road trip this summer where a flat would be a massive hassle (300 miles from a city and the runflat won't last that long - and my chances of finding the odd-sized runflat in mid-Kansas are not good).
Already have the tools in the trunk, so I just ordered the spare tire, mounting gear, and tool tray that fits inside the wheel that will fit in the spare cubby hole in the Clubman S from Morristown MINI. They've got good prices with a 20% off discount - no taxes and shipping is cheap ($10-$15).
Spare wheel/tire mounted, and balanced $225
71106778759 Trunk tray, emergency wheel $35.21
36106782325 Mounting screw, spare wheel (M8X56) $1.09
36106781466 Spare wheel retainer $3.19
Really, how dumb is it to have a tire that you cannot repair? Like we don't have enough old tires in landfills already... Anyways, here's the info if anyone else is as fed up with run-craps as me
We're doing a 3000 mile road trip this summer where a flat would be a massive hassle (300 miles from a city and the runflat won't last that long - and my chances of finding the odd-sized runflat in mid-Kansas are not good).
Already have the tools in the trunk, so I just ordered the spare tire, mounting gear, and tool tray that fits inside the wheel that will fit in the spare cubby hole in the Clubman S from Morristown MINI. They've got good prices with a 20% off discount - no taxes and shipping is cheap ($10-$15).
Spare wheel/tire mounted, and balanced $225
71106778759 Trunk tray, emergency wheel $35.21
36106782325 Mounting screw, spare wheel (M8X56) $1.09
36106781466 Spare wheel retainer $3.19
Really, how dumb is it to have a tire that you cannot repair? Like we don't have enough old tires in landfills already... Anyways, here's the info if anyone else is as fed up with run-craps as me
#21
Nope - I don't think you can get it for free (although it's worth a try!).
I've ordered all my parts and accessories through Morristown MINI - just email Will O'Dowd at william.odowd@openroad.net or give him a call at 973-451-0009. He's super nice and you just have to fill out an order form and fax/email it back, delivery was in about 6-7 days to Denver.
Just send this info to him (their prices are at about 20% off MSRP):
Spare wheel/tire mounted, and balanced $225
71106778759 Trunk tray, emergency wheel $35.21
36106782325 Mounting screw, spare wheel (M8X56) $1.09
36106781466 Spare wheel retainer $3.19
That's it!
I've ordered all my parts and accessories through Morristown MINI - just email Will O'Dowd at william.odowd@openroad.net or give him a call at 973-451-0009. He's super nice and you just have to fill out an order form and fax/email it back, delivery was in about 6-7 days to Denver.
Just send this info to him (their prices are at about 20% off MSRP):
Spare wheel/tire mounted, and balanced $225
71106778759 Trunk tray, emergency wheel $35.21
36106782325 Mounting screw, spare wheel (M8X56) $1.09
36106781466 Spare wheel retainer $3.19
That's it!
#22
I'm still a bit confussed, does this spare fit the front or would you have to swap a good rear to the front and use the spare on the rear? Thanks.
#23
On the Clubman it will fit front or rear with no problems.
On the Clubman S it will ONLY fit on the rear. This is a good thing if you have LSD as it would damage the car if put on the front (it would think that tire is continuously slipping) - but luckily it won't even fit.
If you have a front flat, you'll have to put the spare on the rear and replace the front flat with the good rear.
On the Clubman S it will ONLY fit on the rear. This is a good thing if you have LSD as it would damage the car if put on the front (it would think that tire is continuously slipping) - but luckily it won't even fit.
If you have a front flat, you'll have to put the spare on the rear and replace the front flat with the good rear.
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FWIW, my Cooper came with a spare even though it came with runflats.
So, for those with Cooper Clubmans and RF's, be sure to check if you have one or not before you go out and buy one.
Or, if people could look, it would be nice to get a concensus on whether Non-S Coopers with RF's always come with spares or not.
So, for those with Cooper Clubmans and RF's, be sure to check if you have one or not before you go out and buy one.
Or, if people could look, it would be nice to get a concensus on whether Non-S Coopers with RF's always come with spares or not.