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Old Jul 17, 2012 | 09:50 PM
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I have a 2006 C6 Z06 and want to know if an C6 Z06 OEM front rim and tire can be used as a spare for the back tires as well (just to get car home in case of a blowout). Thnx

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I have a 2006 C6 Z06 and want to know if an C6 Z06 OEM front rim and tire can be used as a spare for the back tires as well (just to get car home in case of a blowout). Thnx
It'll fit but the different height of the tire will not be good for your posi if you drive on it for a long time. And your active handling will likely come on from time to time from the size difference.

But if you need it to get home it'll work.

Personally, I carry a plug kit, a flashlight & gloves and a compressor and an AAA card...and I hope for the best.
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Thanks Joe, good info.

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It'll fit but the different height of the tire will not be good for your posi if you drive on it for a long time. And your active handling will likely come on from time to time from the size difference.

But if you need it to get home it'll work.

Personally, I carry a plug kit, a flashlight & gloves and a compressor and an AAA card...and I hope for the best.
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Originally Posted by Joe_G
It'll fit but the different height of the tire will not be good for your posi if you drive on it for a long time. And your active handling will likely come on from time to time from the size difference.

But if you need it to get home it'll work.

Personally, I carry a plug kit, a flashlight & gloves and a compressor and an AAA card...and I hope for the best.
Carry cash. It works when everything else fails.
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