Can a spare tire be a different rim size?

Can a spare tire be a different rim size?

Yes, you can use your old tire as a spare, as the general rule is that a spare within 2″ of the bad tire on the ground will work, but a used tire the same size as your tires on the ground won’t cost much. I am now running 35×12. 50/15 MTs on my CJ with a 33×9. 50/15 AT as a spare.

What size tire do I need for a 17 inch rim?

Tire Sizes by Wheel Diameter

Can I use a smaller rim as a spare?

As discussed above, your spare tire can be smaller, and in fact, most car manufacturers now install smaller spare tires rather than full-sized spare tires. These tires are also known as Donuts or Safe-saver.

Can I replace my 17 inch wheels with 18 inch?

But replacing a standard 17-inch alloy wheel with an 18- or 19-inch alloy rim will add weight — unless it’s an expensive, lightweight type. Bigger wheels cost more money. The bigger you go, the more expensive the wheels and tires.

Can you use a 16 inch space saver wheel on a car with 17 inch wheels?

Yes, you can have a smaller size space saver in your car. It’s a spare for emergencies only – essentially to either get you home or get you to a tyre depot. The slight disparity on rolling circumference is not a problem when used for emergencies only.

What happens if one of my tires is a different size?

If you continually use mismatched tires and wheels they will wear out unevenly and can cause problems later down the road. If you choose to drive your vehicle with mismatched wheels the same issues can result. Mismatched wheels will fit each tire differently causing uneven wear and tear.

Can your spare be a different size?

Donut tires are the same size as the normal tire that comes on the vehicle in the aspect of overall outside diameter. You never want to run two different size tires on the same axle. They would be rolling at different speeds and in a sense travel different distances. This can cause damage to the differential.

What is the advantage of 17 inch wheels?

One of the main benefits of using 17-inch wheels is that they offer less rolling resistance than 16-inch ones, which can lead to improved fuel economy.

What is the difference between 17 and 18 inch rims?

Smaller 18″ alloys will have tires with a lower profile compared to the smaller 17″ alloys….The Quick Answer.