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Old Apr 16, 2010 | 02:33 PM
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I was reading in the C6 forum where several had changed to non-runflat tires but no one mentioned if they had a spare tire or what they were using as a spare. What would work as a spare for a C5?
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Old Apr 16, 2010 | 02:38 PM
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I've heard a spare from a late model Pontiac GTO will work on a C5. Can anyone confirm?
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Originally Posted by TraceZ
I've heard a spare from a late model Pontiac GTO will work on a C5. Can anyone confirm?
I believe you are correct.

But,,,,,,where will you put it? It won't fit in the well.
You're better off getting a plug/pump kit similar to what came in the Z06. That will fit in a side well and should be all you need in most situations.

Oh, and even if you have a spare you still will need a jack...................More space needed.................
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I have non-runflats and have a GTO spare, I have never taken the spare with me on a trip, What I do is carry a Z06 compressor, a plug kit, A small scissor jack and some assorted tools, AAA and cell...
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When I had non runflats I carried a plug kit, small compressor, a cell phone and a AAA membership.
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Originally Posted by Mr.Bill
What I do is carry a Z06 compressor, a plug kit, A small scissor jack and some assorted tools, AAA and cell...
When I ran non-runflats, I carried similar equipment - plus emergency road service on my insurance (did not have AAA).
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All I carry is my AAA card
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