Spare Tire for fusion hybrid

[erichFla]

GrySql that was my second choice the 303 by 3M. I had heard of that before but not the Meg's.

The Stang looks Nice and shiney that's for sure. Just like NEW, Including the tires.

Thanks for the reply. My tire shipped yesterday from Tenn.

[GrySql]

My tire shipped yesterday from Tenn.

That is great, this has been a long project hasn't it.

My tire is new so still has what looks like a protective coating on it, will leave it that way.

 

You Tiger Paw story reminded me that my '00 Expedition that I sold for this FFH still had the OEM spare, in good shape and held air pressure without much attention for 13 years.

[erichFla]

I'll see how this works on the Spare Tire. After seeing your Mustang, seeing is believing. My Second choice became my First choice. Thanks and I used your link to buy it.

I Just bought the 32oz. 303 Aerospace Protectant 3-assorted Pack for $24.53 including shipping on Amazon and I'll use it on my Tonneau cover on the 12 Tundra too.

Thanks QrySql.

[acdii]

I looked at the spare in my 10 FFH, still looks like brand new, of course its been in the dark since day 1.

[erichFla]

I looked at the spare in my 10 FFH, still looks like brand new, of course its been in the dark since day 1.

 

Well take it out and give it some fresh Air, in more ways than one. LoL.

[acdii]

Just asking for it when I do!

[erichFla]

New Spare Tire Just came in from UPS. Now I have Rim and tire.

Just checking in with GrySql, is this the right combo that you have ?

 

 

[GrySql]

Sure looks like the same numbers, I think you've done it. :)

[erichFla]

Took Tire and Rim to the Tire Store today and had it Mounted and Bal. cost $18.00 total, now added to the other costs. Last but not least, I'll have to find a Local 2003 Windstar Jack for cheap. I have to bring down the total cost of that Ford Rim I bought at Full price.

 

Note of interest from the Tires Plus Store. They told me if I use the can of Fix-A-Flat on my 18" Good Year Eagles I might as well kiss that tire good bye as they will not fix a tire after fix-a-flat has been used on it. Accourding to them it ruins the tire, makes it unrepairable after used on a tire. Just saying , what they told me.

Edited May 2, 2013 by erichFla

[acdii]

That all depends on which stuff was used, Fix a Flat in a can hardens in the tire and it very difficult to remove, and makes balancing nearly impossible. Tire Slime however can be cleaned out, it only hardens when it leaks through a hole. Dont know what is the stuff used in the ford pack though.

[erichFla]

That all depends on which stuff was used, Fix a Flat in a can hardens in the tire and it very difficult to remove, and makes balancing nearly impossible. Tire Slime however can be cleaned out, it only hardens when it leaks through a hole. Dont know what is the stuff used in the ford pack though.

 

What ever it is that Ford gives with their pump I'm not useing anything inside my G.Y. Eagle tire now that I have a good Spare Tire.

[GrySql]

 

What ever it is that Ford gives with their pump I'm not useing anything inside my G.Y. Eagle tire now that I have a good Spare Tire.

Did you take a picture of your spare tire in the trunk?

[smr2112]

Even without a spare tire, I still wouldn't use it. If I get a slow leak, I'll fill with the

pump and hope I can limp to dealer to fix it (this has happened to me). If not,

then I have to get towed. A major inconvenience yes, but rather not deal with that

stuff and ruin a fixable tire.

 

I may still get the spare in the future. I wonder if there is a Ford owner who has

used this stuff and save their but. If you read the instructions for it, the "mess"

potential is very high. It's latex in a can....

[erichFla]

Did you take a picture of your spare tire in the trunk?

 

Not yet, as I wanted to clean the tire with some Simple Green and then Coat it with 303 I just bought. I'm sloooooow but than again I'm in no rush on anything these days. lol. I'll get Pic. Posted too. It's been raining alot here in the past week & weekend, no garage.

[acdii]

I used Tire slime in my tractors and trailers, and to this day they are fine. The only potential issue using it is an out of balance condition if not spun up right away to distribute it evenly, but like I said before it stays liquified unless it leaks out.

 

http://www.slime.com/

[gkinla]

I finished my spare tire project today. The wheel fits in the wheel well without any fuss. I put some plastic sheet in the inverted tire and placed the Mobility Kit in the center. The plastic sheeting is for wet muddy roads if needed and keeps the MK centered and protected. The box I've been moving from house to house for 25 years, wondering what to do with it. It came to me one night to try and see if the jack will fit in the box. It fits with 1/2 inch to spare with the jack fully closed. It also is a good size for some small hand tools. I put some Velcro hooks on the bottom in the corners, I've driven around for several days and the box hasn't moved...it's easy to remove the box to access the jack. I used the part numbers that GrySql posted, including the jack, thanks GrySql for working out the details and making that part easy. I got the tire on eBay for $49.95 delivered, the jack for $45.00 also on eBay delivered. The tire is several years old, it was never mounted and was stored indoors in a warm storeroom. I scrubbed the tire with 409 and coated it with Aerospace 303, I hope to never need it...it's there for comfort. This will be used in the event of a catastrophic tire failure. The reason for keeping the MK it is for slow leaks which will allow me to get to a repair shop, I'll never use the goop sealer.

 

 

 

Edited June 10, 2013 by gkinla

[acdii]

That box is TOO COOL! Looks like something I made years ago when I had a workshop. That is a great idea.

[GrySql]

Simplified 18" spare tire and wheel Thread with the part numbers and conclusion is posted here.

 

 

 

Edited: Corrected link URL, thanks Neod!

 

Edited May 30, 2013 by GrySql

[neod192]

Simplified 18" spare tire and wheel Thread with the part numbers and conclusion is posted here.

That link takes us to the forum home page. Here's what I think you meant to link to: http://fordfusionhybridforum.com/topic/6818-spare-tire-for-ffh-with-18-wheelstires/

[GrySql]

That link takes us to the forum home page. Here's what I think you meant to link to: http://fordfusionhybridforum.com/topic/6818-spare-tire-for-ffh-with-18-wheelstires/

Getting old sucks... Thanks for helping me across the crosswalk, now if you would, point the direction to my house - sigh.

 

In filling out an application, where it says, 'In case of emergency, Notify:' I put 'DOCTOR'.

[dalesky]

Getting old sucks... Thanks for helping me across the crosswalk, now if you would, point the direction to my house - sigh.

 

In filling out an application, where it says, 'In case of emergency, Notify:' I put 'DOCTOR'.

and here's a question and answer I put to my doc recently:

Q: Is getting in-shape important for my lifestyle?

A: Hey! ‘Round’ is a shape!

[rico567]

So- keeping in mind that we haven't actually decided to buy a FFH yet, just doing a lot of research, I have inferred from scanning this rather lengthy thread:

 

1. The '13 FFH lacks a spare.

 

2. It also lacks a jack. (Aren't going to supply the one, why bother with the other, eh?)

 

3. The car DOES have a well for the spare (sized for suicide spare only).

 

Well, this is a first.... I'm not buying a car without a spare and a jack, certainly not a $35K car, so if we order one, I think I'll just handle this as an "end game" item. We close the deal on the car, and then I casually mention that when the car is delivered, I'll only take delivery if there is a spare and jack in the trunk. If there's any discussion, I'll tell them I regard it as Ford's problem, and since they're a Ford dealer, I'm sure they can sort it out.

[erichFla]

So- keeping in mind that we haven't actually decided to buy a FFH yet, just doing a lot of research, I have inferred from scanning this rather lengthy thread:

 

1. The '13 FFH lacks a spare.

 

2. It also lacks a jack. (Aren't going to supply the one, why bother with the other, eh?)

 

3. The car DOES have a well for the spare (sized for suicide spare only).

 

Well, this is a first.... I'm not buying a car without a spare and a jack, certainly not a $35K car, so if we order one, I think I'll just handle this as an "end game" item. We close the deal on the car, and then I casually mention that when the car is delivered, I'll only take delivery if there is a spare and jack in the trunk. If there's any discussion, I'll tell them I regard it as Ford's problem, and since they're a Ford dealer, I'm sure they can sort it out.

 

I would wait till 2014's come out and see if they include a spare tire and have worked out some of the bugs of the 2013's. Also make sure your's is manufactured in the USA, not Mexico.

[rico567]

 

I would wait till 2014's come out and see if they include a spare tire and have worked out some of the bugs of the 2013's. Also make sure your's is manufactured in the USA, not Mexico.

 

The bit about the manufacturing location is interesting- I was under the impression the FFH were all assembled in sunny Mexico.....

[erichFla]

Flat Rock Assembly Plant Flat Rock, Michigan USA Open Ford Mustang & Ford Fusion

 

I couldn't find the Word Hybrid but Fusion is diffentily mention and just Maybe they will put a spare tire in it..

 

More Info.

 

http://www.detroitnews.com/article/20130529/AUTO0102/305290009

Edited June 2, 2013 by erichFla