1st Gen R52 Cooper Convertible Donut spare?

Discussion in '1st Generation: 2002–06 R50, R53 & 2004–08 R52' started by cockney, Oct 10, 2012.

Tags:
  1. Dave.0

    Dave.0 Helix & RMW Powered
    Lifetime Supporter

    May 4, 2009
    25,021
    13,497
    113
    Burbs of Philly, PA
    Ratings:
    +14,644 / 10 / -4
    Well I guess I am screwed. I ditched the run rocks and jack a longtime ago and do not carry a spare.

    I just check my tires on a regular basis, and don't run over stuff. If I have a blow out I have my Visa card and a cell phone. 5 years running no issues.

    I do not like plugging tires either because it messes up the balance.
     
  2. Crashton

    Crashton Club Coordinator

    Jun 4, 2009
    19,428
    10,034
    113
    Retired old fart
    Hooterville Ohio USA
    Ratings:
    +11,662 / 2 / -0
    Funny thing that. I'd gone many years without a flat until late one night in Bum **** Iowa. Sure was glad I was carrying a donut. Trouble was I could not drive home on a donut, too darned far. Ended up buying a tire at the local Wallyworld the next day. If not for that donut I'd have been sleeping in my MINI on the side of the road. I don't like pluggin tires either, but sometimes ya have to resort to such inelegant means.

    I wish you continued inflation Dave. If I find you on the roadside I'll loan you a donut. :wink:
     
  3. Dave.0

    Dave.0 Helix & RMW Powered
    Lifetime Supporter

    May 4, 2009
    25,021
    13,497
    113
    Burbs of Philly, PA
    Ratings:
    +14,644 / 10 / -4
    Thanks buddy ^^^


    If I get a flat maybe I will ride on it and trash the rim. Then I can tell my wife I have to get an entirely new set of wheels and tires. :aureola:
    :lol::lol::lol:

    Sorry honey they don't make this wheel any longer and the only thing that is close is an ultra light set of forged race wheels.:devil::idea:
     
  4. Crashton

    Crashton Club Coordinator

    Jun 4, 2009
    19,428
    10,034
    113
    Retired old fart
    Hooterville Ohio USA
    Ratings:
    +11,662 / 2 / -0
    That is simply brilliant!!! :Thumbsup: :beer
     
  5. cockney

    cockney New Member

    Oct 5, 2011
    16
    0
    1
    Ratings:
    +0 / 0 / -0
    slime Kit ..... these the "Fix a flat" cans i have ..... shake well and it inflates the tire ... got me home that night and to the garage in the morning.
     
  6. cockney

    cockney New Member

    Oct 5, 2011
    16
    0
    1
    Ratings:
    +0 / 0 / -0
    2nd question ... anyone seen a Mini Factory Service Manual for a 2007 Convertable S ?
     
  7. Crashton

    Crashton Club Coordinator

    Jun 4, 2009
    19,428
    10,034
    113
    Retired old fart
    Hooterville Ohio USA
    Ratings:
    +11,662 / 2 / -0

Share This Page