Strokermjcomanche Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I remember there being a full size spare tire for certain jeeps . It was not a donut tire but a full size temporary spare mounted on a factory steel jeep rim . It was held up by the spare tire carrier . I'm trying to keep my truck as stock as possible in certain areas . Does anyone have any pics info on this ? Or does anyone have one that I can purchase ? Thanks in advance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankTheDog Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Don't bother, it's nowhere near as good as having a regular tire under there. Out of all the jeeps I've had only one had one of the full size temp spares and it's rather anemic looking. I probably still have it in my shed, it's on a CJ-8 stock spare tire roll bar mount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjy_26 Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 IIRC, my ZJ came with a donut that was the same diameter as the stock 225's. Got rid of it. The stock carrier can handle a 32 on a matching Canyon. Why bother with a "space saver"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BootsNTrucks Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Where you at? I cut my spare carrier off and made my own when the cable broke. It's probably still sitting behind the barn..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strokermjcomanche Posted July 16, 2014 Author Share Posted July 16, 2014 I forgot to mention that this truck doesn't get driven very much . I take it to shows and only drive it on nice , sunny days . This is more of any appearance thing than a functional one . I have a complete extra set of rims and tires for real spares . And Bootsand trucks I'm in Ohio . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BootsNTrucks Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I forgot to mention that this truck doesn't get driven very much . I take it to shows and only drive it on nice , sunny days . This is more of any appearance thing than a functional one . I have a complete extra set of rims and tires for real spares . And Bootsand trucks I'm in Ohio .You ever make it out to So Cal hit me up. Probably still have it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I forgot to mention that this truck doesn't get driven very much . I take it to shows and only drive it on nice , sunny days . This is more of any appearance thing than a functional one . I have a complete extra set of rims and tires for real spares . And Bootsand trucks I'm in Ohio . I believe it was the Wranglers (base models, with steel wheels) that came with a full-size, limited duty spare. Since it was never available on the XJ or MJ, since you want to keep your truck stock (which, BTW, I applaud) it doesn't make sense to install one of these abominations. The MJ always had a full-size spare matching the tires that came on the truck. Those light-duty spares, FWIW, are the same construction as the donuts, and are limited to 50 miles maximum at no more than 50 MPH. I wouldn't want one of those as my spare even for a trip to the supermarket. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strokermjcomanche Posted July 16, 2014 Author Share Posted July 16, 2014 I forgot to mention that this truck doesn't get driven very much . I take it to shows and only drive it on nice , sunny days . This is more of any appearance thing than a functional one . I have a complete extra set of rims and tires for real spares . And Bootsand trucks I'm in Ohio . I believe it was the Wranglers (base models, with steel wheels) that came with a full-size, limited duty spare. Since it was never available on the XJ or MJ, since you want to keep your truck stock (which, BTW, I applaud) it doesn't make sense to install one of these abominations. The MJ always had a full-size spare matching the tires that came on the truck. Those light-duty spares, FWIW, are the same construction as the donuts, and are limited to 50 miles maximum at no more than 50 MPH. I wouldn't want one of those as my spare even for a trip to the supermarket. Oh ok. I was under the impression that it was either the compact spare or the limited duty tire as you put it if you wanted a full size spare. And as you stated I also would never use either spare tire . It's more like I want to make it factory correct as possible besides the rims and exhaust . I have the correct lights , floor mats .... And it keeps me occupied and out of trouble lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strokermjcomanche Posted July 16, 2014 Author Share Posted July 16, 2014 Sorry Eagle I screwed your post up .whoops !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Oh ok. I was under the impression that it was either the compact spare or the limited duty tire as you put it if you wanted a full size spare. I don't think any model of the MJ ever came from the factory with a donut spare. And as you stated I also would never use either spare tire . It's more like I want to make it factory correct as possible besides the rims and exhaust . I have the correct lights , floor mats .... And it keeps me occupied and out of trouble lol. As I posted above, I am all in favor of matching originality. Using a limited duty spare would NOT be original. It's easy to tell yourself you'll never use the spare, but what happens if you get a flat on the way to one of your shows? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strokermjcomanche Posted July 17, 2014 Author Share Posted July 17, 2014 When I go to shows I always take my dd Comanche also and it has a real full-size spare in the bed of the truck along with all of my tools, floor jack, fluids etc . Eagle , and everyone else that contributed to this post I appreciate all the help and advice . Does anyone have any pics of an original setup under there mj ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankTheDog Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 A Goodyear wrangler from Walmart on a steel wheel will be as original as you'll find unless you find an unused spare from an XJ of that era. Which I happen to have. It's an aluminum five spoke with a Goodyear Wrangler on it. It came out of an XJ wagoneer limited, was never uncovered since 1987. Has the proper 215/75/15 size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dasbulliwagen Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Unused original spares are still available. We had a bunch come through during cash for clunkers. I used a combination of them and the original steels from my Mj to get a set of the lace wheels of an XJ Country. i kept the best steelie as a full size spare. A trip through your local junkyard should get you what you want for originality. Just keep an eye out for dry rot. You might have better luck getting one without rot from an XJ as they stayed inside, covered up. Good luck and let us know if you find what youre looking for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 A Goodyear wrangler from Walmart on a steel wheel will be as original as you'll find unless you find an unused spare from an XJ of that era. Which I happen to have. It's an aluminum five spoke with a Goodyear Wrangler on it. It came out of an XJ wagoneer limited, was never uncovered since 1987. Has the proper 215/75/15 size. Wally World is about the only place now where you can buy the same, original Wrangler Radial (without any alphabet soup following) tires. Problem is, the originals were 215/75-15 for the early years, and 225/75-15 for newer years. Goodyear now makes that tire only in 235/75-15. That's actually a very good tire size for an XJ or MJ, and I'm running a set on my daughter's 2001 XJ right now. They look the same from even a short distance, but technically they aren't the correct size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strokermjcomanche Posted July 17, 2014 Author Share Posted July 17, 2014 Thanks everyone . Looks like the next move will be hitting up the local jys and hopefully stumbling upon the proper tire . If I'm not mistaken is it the square hole rim or the 5 spoke v cut rim that the tire is mounted on ? I have both of them . Thanks . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dankicksass Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I believe have a factory full size temp spare. It's ugly, but I'll get a photo in the morning. I think my truck came stock with 185s but don't hold me to that. It has 225s on it now, and a full size matching spare, but that won't be going under the bed again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankTheDog Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 It possibly came with 195/75/15's I've seen that on the glovebox stickers. Mine had 205's on it when I bought it. It was really peppy. 92 4.05spd 3.07's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dankicksass Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 This is my factory spare. It's a Goodyear 225/75D15 on a eight-square-hole rim. Temporary use only, max speed 50 MPH. I have the factory accessory spare tire brace too. That size matches the Firestone tires I just got, so maybe my speedo will read right. That's a plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dankicksass Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 My truck has option code TBBA full size spare tire, I'm confident that's the factory tire. My tire winch is not functional, that tire was held up only by the accessory tire brace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strokermjcomanche Posted July 18, 2014 Author Share Posted July 18, 2014 Cool thanks Dan . Now I know what to look for . I allready have the wheel , now I just need the tire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankTheDog Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 Why would you prefer to use a temporary spare when using a regular tire is correct also? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strokermjcomanche Posted July 19, 2014 Author Share Posted July 19, 2014 Never said I was going to use the temporary spare . I just want it underneath the truck for factory correct appearance issues . I bring my other mj that has a full size real spare tire incase I get a flat . If I get two flats I'm screwed lol . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOrnbrod Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 Never said I was going to use the temporary spare . I just want it underneath the truck for factory correct appearance issues . I bring my other mj that has a full size real spare tire incase I get a flat . If I get two flats I'm screwed lol . Don't you just love it when everyone tells you what spare you should or shouldn't put under your show truck, and how you should use or not use it? :shake: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dankicksass Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 No problem Stroker. I can't read the sticker on the spare rim, and there were some mean looking spiders in there. Good luck finding a clean one. Mine looks like it has been driven on, the tread is worn in the center. My truck has option TBBA for the spare, so if that's what yours has, likely that's the tire you're looking for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strokermjcomanche Posted July 19, 2014 Author Share Posted July 19, 2014 I always appreciate everyones help . But it helps when they answer what I ask lol. I crack myself up . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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