Is the "donut" spare tire for the 1996 Accord still available? I was told spare tires are no longer available in such a small size.

Thanks,

Robert

 

I don't know if you can get one from the dealership. If you enter the tire size on a site like tirerack.com, you may be able to find one. You would have to call and ask.

The other option is to pick one up from a junkyard.

 

I had no idea this would be a problem. What size spares come with the newest Accords?

Actually, I have the original Goodyear donut spare. I've used it twice since 1996. I've tried to keep it inflated to the 60psi listed on the tire, although not always.

If you looked at the tire, it seems brand-new. Based on what I've read, I'm concerned about the issue of tire-rot.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Robert

 

Forget that spare tire, it's rotted-that's more than likely why it wont hold air-nor will it hold up your car safely. Get a tire the same as what's on your other 4 wheels and by a OEM style rim from a salvage yard ..make sure you can bring it back if it fails a water test at your tire dealer.

 

WheelBrokerAng:

The tire does hold air, i.e. it's never gone flat. The last time I checked, the donut was about 40psi. Should it stay at 60psi once I fill it?

Next question - is the full size tire going to fit into the space where the donut tire is?

Also, will I be able to secure the full size tire, same as the donut?

Robert

 

Hi:
measure your OEM tire from top to bottom and then measure your OEM spare tires over all height..if they're the same it should fit..Your OEM tire will be fatter, but it will be safer..tie it down any way you can..

 

Ok, I'll do that, and report back.

Question - How much should a new rim cost vs. salvage yard rim?

Also, the spare only needs to be the same size as the other tires, not the same brand - am I correct here?

Robert

 

If you got an aluminum rim, they are probably around 50 at the junkyard. The steel rims are less expensive.

I had a full-sized spare tire in my trunk. The tire diameter fits in the space. The tire did stick out of the top a bit, since the tire is wider. You can secure the tire using the bolt and metal hub holding your doughnut spare.

I think the spare tires are designed to last a long time and not dry rot. They aren't designed to be quiet, smooth, etc. You should also only use them for traveling a short distance.

You could get the pressure to 60 psi on the spare and see if the pressure holds at 60 after a week, month, etc..