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Posted: 7/25/2016 11:43:41 AM EDT

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I don't check it, I have a full size spare. I do keep a 12 volt compressor in the truck though.

Posted: 7/25/2016 11:44:55 AM EDT

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I check mine every three months or so.
It's not a good feeling when you have a flat and find out your spare is also flat.
This happened twice to me with my previous truck.

Posted: 7/25/2016 11:49:35 AM EDT

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That's interesting. On my Honda they specifically say not to use a spare that has pressure monitoring in it.

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4runner turns on a light on the dash when it gets low.

That's interesting. On my Honda they specifically say not to use a spare that has pressure monitoring in it.

Same for my Land Cruiser. Toyota used to have TPMS in the spares on some models, but they discontinued it a few years ago.

Posted: 7/25/2016 11:55:18 AM EDT

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I check it twice a year when I switch from summer to winter tires.

I carry a portable compressor in the back, so if it needs air I have the means.

Posted: 7/25/2016 11:57:08 AM EDT

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Car tells me. Thank you technology!

Posted: 7/25/2016 11:59:33 AM EDT

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Never - car does not have one. Driving since 1972 and had one flat away from home. It was raining and I was in a suit/tie, so I just limped it home on the flat. So no spare = not a BFD.

Posted: 7/25/2016 12:18:59 PM EDT

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Here is my spare in the 2013 Mustang GT with Brembo brakes (leak sealer/compressor):

Like others I have a 12VDC compressor in my other vehicles.

Posted: 7/25/2016 1:19:01 PM EDT

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The real question is did you check the date code to see how old it is?

Posted: 7/25/2016 1:27:45 PM EDT

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I check mine every oil change...

Posted: 7/25/2016 7:53:29 PM EDT

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It was checked about 15 years ago, when I had a flat in Colorado and had to change it. Ran the spare for about 35 miles, got the flat fixed and put the spare back in its resting place.

Posted: 7/25/2016 7:59:48 PM EDT

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Everytime I rotate my tires

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Don't they rotate when you drive?

I have AAA.

Posted: 7/25/2016 8:03:57 PM EDT

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There you go. Just for you.

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Never.

Where's the poll? I want pie.

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My car doesn't come with a spare

Posted: 7/25/2016 8:10:34 PM EDT

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I said at least once a year but I check it every 5k miles when I rotate my tires.

Posted: 7/26/2016 3:45:53 AM EDT

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Just recently I made a remote fill valve so I can easily check/add pressure without crawling underneath. Just kneel by the rear bumper to access.

I did this because I got sick of the spare taking up my box. I had it in the box because otherwise I would never check the pressure.

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Details? ??? sounds like a good idea for the tire under the back of my pickup.

Posted: 7/26/2016 4:03:20 AM EDT

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Checked it now, looks good

Posted: 7/26/2016 4:13:10 AM EDT

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Not a huge concern

Posted: 7/26/2016 4:22:57 AM EDT

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My full sized spare, still in the trunk and never used since 1974, fell apart within 5 miles when I finally needed it.
What a bouncy ride !

My new car has the dinky spare upside down so I have to pull everything out to check it.
And it was a $200 option.

Posted: 7/26/2016 4:26:03 AM EDT

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Joke's on you, I don't have a spare...

Posted: 7/26/2016 4:32:24 AM EDT

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hmmm...this is something i never thought to do...

i get my oil changed at the dealer...i'll probably have them check this next time...good tip!

Posted: 7/26/2016 4:47:28 AM EDT

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That's interesting. On my Honda they specifically say not to use a spare that has pressure monitoring in it. If you get a take-off wheel/tire to use as a full-size spare you are supposed to have the sensor removed or it will screw up the system since it is looking for four signals and actually finds five.

I check the pressure at every oil change. That usually works out to about every six months. The temporary spares usually are down 5 - 10 PSI at that point.

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4runner turns on a light on the dash when it gets low.

That's interesting. On my Honda they specifically say not to use a spare that has pressure monitoring in it. If you get a take-off wheel/tire to use as a full-size spare you are supposed to have the sensor removed or it will screw up the system since it is looking for four signals and actually finds five.

I check the pressure at every oil change. That usually works out to about every six months. The temporary spares usually are down 5 - 10 PSI at that point.

Some cars are optioned with a full sized spare that has a sensor. If you get a take off wheel with a Honda, it can mess with the tpms. Hondas and some others automaticly program for the sensors while driving, and since it's not an option, a 5th sensor can jam it up. Toyotas and others have a 4 or 5 sensor option when you program the sensors.

Posted: 7/26/2016 7:04:09 AM EDT

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Details? ??? sounds like a good idea for the tire under the back of my pickup.

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Just recently I made a remote fill valve so I can easily check/add pressure without crawling underneath. Just kneel by the rear bumper to access.
I did this because I got sick of the spare taking up my box. I had it in the box because otherwise I would never check the pressure.

Details? ??? sounds like a good idea for the tire under the back of my pickup.

Search Amazon for "spare valve extender". I just one-clicked the sonofabitch! Thanks for the idea, popnfresh! I had no idea such a thing existed.

Posted: 7/26/2016 7:05:41 AM EDT

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Always, but I have a compressor in the truck for when I air down.

Also have a tire patch kit, so I've never actually changed a tire.

Posted: 7/26/2016 7:25:20 AM EDT

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Give it a thump weekly and carry a compressor.

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Posted: 7/26/2016 6:49:54 PM EDT

[#24]

NEVER

Posted: 7/26/2016 7:03:21 PM EDT

[#25]

My pain in the ass spare has a TPMS sensor in it. Sucks that I have to drop the spare when the stupid light comes on.

Posted: 7/26/2016 7:05:34 PM EDT

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I've looked all over my fucking motorcycle and I still can't find the spare. Sneaky Japanese bastards.

Posted: 7/26/2016 7:06:37 PM EDT

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Posted: 7/26/2016 7:10:29 PM EDT

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Never. I drive a Chevy so the spare tire release mechanism is totally rusted and frozen. The spare is probably not getting released without a cutting torch.

Posted: 7/26/2016 7:11:14 PM EDT

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I have AAA Premier. I give no fucks about my spare.

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Same, I'm contemplating removing mine so I can store stuff in that area but my car is RWD and I'm not sure how that would affect the handling in the winter, but I don't think it will make much difference with my blizzaks

Posted: 7/26/2016 7:20:07 PM EDT

[#30]

Years but I travel with a small pump.

Posted: 7/26/2016 8:36:35 PM EDT

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Wife had a flat in the driveway, so I put on the spare today. I checked it because of this thread, and it was 15psi. Should be 35

Posted: 7/26/2016 8:45:15 PM EDT

[#32]

When I bought the truck 6 months ago. It was flat then, still flat. Funny how that happens.

Posted: 7/26/2016 8:53:14 PM EDT

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I checked the donut today. It had 20 psi, labeled to be aired up to 60.

The right rear lost air and has a huge bubble so it was time to check the spare.

Also found an escapee can of Skyline Chili in the stowage compartment with the spare. I have a couple Ballparks and buns in the fridge so