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torquey
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Wed Aug 01, 2012 5:08 pm

Hi all,can someone tell me is it legal to use a 14inch wheel as a spare when your running 15s,Thanks.
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Wed Aug 01, 2012 5:12 pm

I have a steel 14'' with a 195/65 tyre as my spare in the touring,so I hope it's legal!

Given that most modern cars are equipped with a skinny 'space saver' spare,I cannot see any problems.
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Wed Aug 01, 2012 5:23 pm

as long as the rolling radii match across the one 'axle' you're fine..
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