GR COROLLA GETS A SPARE TIRE | Fixing Toyotas Mistake (Road Trip Ready Now)

WHY? WHY? WHY? Why do manufacturers risk owner safety? I've never understood why manufacturers started eliminating spare tires in new cars. Actually, that's not true, it's because they are trying to save a buck. But a tire inflator can't inflate a tire when it had a blow out and I've seen a lot of people that it happened too. I also take road trips and I travel back roads where I don't have cell service so a spare tire is a must. If you have any questions or comments on what I did or how I did it please post below. I'll also leave links for the products for anyone interested in doing this.
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Modern Spare Complete Compact Spare Tire Kit w/Carrying Case - Fits 2023-24 GR Corolla - amzn.to/4dA9sE8
Modern Spare Complete Compact Spare Tire Kit Without Carrying Case - Fits 2023-24 GR Corolla - amzn.to/3Wxv9yC
Modern Spare Compact Spare Tire - Fits 2023-24 GR Corolla - amzn.to/4duRD9E
This Option Is Less Money But The Spare Tire Is A Little Smaller So I Wasn't As Confident. It's Also On A Steel Wheel To Save Money.
Value Spare Tire To Fit 2023-24 GR Corolla Including Tire Changing Kit Plus Storage Case - amzn.to/4blnSX0
Value Spare Tire To Fit 2023-24 GR Corolla Including Tire Changing Kit - amzn.to/3JRaiir
Value Spare Tire To Fit 2023-24 GR Corolla Wheel and Tire Only - amzn.to/3wozqKh
Tie Down D Ring - amzn.to/4akWzeE
Tie Down Straps - amzn.to/3WCx0lR
Dynamat Dynaliner - amzn.to/4dtP0oz
My GR Corolla Mods:
Flow One F6 Wheels Gunmetal 18x8.5 +30mm - www.tirerack.com/
Well Visors Rain Guards - amzn.to/461yaKv
Type B Rear Spoiler - www.ebay.com/itm/184668502837?
Carbon Fiber Lip Splitter - amzn.to/4cEozM5
Carbon Fiber Side Skirts - amzn.to/3zAHvg0
Carbon Fiber Rear Spats - amzn.to/3xW9IgV
OE Type Spoiler Option - amzn.to/3WoHW6h
Mid Spoiler - amzn.to/3W4108v
Rally Armor Mud Flaps - amzn.to/4f1W4tc
Door Sill Protectors - www.oempartstoyou.com/
3D Maxpider Floor Liners - amzn.to/4bEhOZf
CF Front Splitter Lip - amzn.to/3Ll9hzM
CF Side Skirts - amzn.to/3zAHvg0
CF Rear Spats - amzn.to/4d0B4Bc
Ultra Bright LED Reverse Bulbs - amzn.to/3Lo1LUR
SXTH Armrest - sxthelement.com/products/coro...
Armrest Short Base - sxthelement.com/collections/2...
Front 15mm Wheel Spacers - amzn.to/3S5k8Sh
Rear 25mm Wheel Spacers - amzn.to/3WnhiL5
iMT Fix - amzn.to/3S6Sy7k
Tom's Door Panel Protectors - www.apexi-usa.com/collections...
Stupid Car Tray - amzn.to/468PKft
FITCAMX 4K Dashcam - amzn.to/3VXzdGC
Door Handle LED Lights - amzn.to/3W6CDH0
Battery Tender - amzn.to/461eK8t
Passenger Under Dash Fan Cover - Toyota Part # 55607-02280
Vellossa Tech Ram Air Intake - www.velossatechdesign.com/pro...
Matte Forged CF Pieces - grmods.shop/collections/carbo...
Radium Engineering Oil Catch Can - www.radiumauto.com/Catch-Can-K...
Radium Engineering Master Brake Cylinder Brace - www.radiumauto.com/Master-Cyli...
Toyota Premium Horn Kit - amzn.to/3S10BlN
Hood Insulator - Toyota 2019 - 2021 Hood Insulator (This One Fits) - 53341-12380
Beat Sonic PA2T3K/ENA2T3 Amp Kit - www.beatsonicusa.com/ena-2t3....
RacerX Pitch Mount - racerxfabrication.com/corolla...
RacerX Short Shifter - racerxfabrication.com/corolla...
RacerX Spherical Bearings - racerxfabrication.com/corolla...
Rocker Panel Letter Inserts - www.etsy.com/listing/17164403...
Reverse Light Bulb Upgrade - Fog Light Bulbs - amzn.to/4bRS9wO
GR Knob - www.etsy.com/listing/17234414...
Rocker Panel Decal - www.etsy.com/listing/16844882...
Modern Spare Compact Spare Tire - Fits 2023-24 GR Corolla - amzn.to/4duRD9E
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[@drivedb7]

Someone within the GRC community should start making foam with a cutout for a spare tire sort of like SXTH Element did with the center armrest.

[@jimsgaragetoys]

It would be nice if someone that had that ability would do it.

[@pachuagfirearmsrestorations]

My next project for my GR. Sucks that Toyota didn't give us one.

[@jimsgaragetoys]

Yep, it should have at least been an option as there is room. They could have made a foam piece similar to one that I cut out, would that have been so hard?

[@teejaylc]

Good vid Jim 👌🏼 👍🏼

[@jimsgaragetoys]

Thanks!

[@arctictruck10]

Getting ready for that trip to the toyota car show in Cali.

[@jimsgaragetoys]

Indeed I am, so I have to be prepared! And then I continue on through Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho and back home to WA State! It's going to be a fun road trip. 😍

[@riceburner4747]

So what size tire/wheel is on your GR? Then, what size/type wheel tire did u USE as a spare? U mentioned a "donut" but how/where? Professionally done! 👍 I have mixed emotions on HAVING a spare. ALL my other Toyotas I've owned over decades, I've NEVER had to use my spares (they were all like new). But just knowing u HAVE a spare, gives u security.

[@jimsgaragetoys]

I have 235/40R18 tires and the spare is a 135/70R18 which is the same diameter. The links for the tire options are in the description below the video. I've had to use my spare twice over the years but you are right, just knowing you have one is a huge peace of mind. I travel in a lot of areas that don't have cell service so a spare tire is a must. A spare tire is like a gun or condom, better to have it and not need it than need it and not have one! 🤣🤣🤣

[@LoveLikeaHurricane]

what do you mean drill out a hole for the D ring? you mean you drilled into the car? Also do you have a part number/link for the bolt you use for your D-ring? For the wheel/tire, I would probably install it faceside up for your structural support. Put your tool bag under the wheel since the gap will be there now.

[@jimsgaragetoys]

If the D-ring hole is too small for the bolt you might have to drill out the hole a little to make it big enough for the bolt to slip through, if it's big enough you are good to go. I tried the wheel the other way but it's much easier to put the wheel in upside down and fit the tool bag in. When having to lift the wheel and stuff the tool bag under it, it's more of a PITA. Plus when the strap is on it won't rub the wheel paint in any way. Others have found this way to work better too.

[@no_regretz2393]

Did you buy the spare? Or is it from another vechicle? Any links to it or where i can get one?

[@jimsgaragetoys]

Yes, I bought a Modern Spare. I left all 3 options with links in the description below the video. Just click on the "more" to expand it. You can by the tire/wheel only, or with the tools, or also add a bag as you will see. There are also the same 3 choices with a steel wheel for less money.

[@LifeSOSlive]

Does anyone know the allowed difference in diameter between tires on our car? I have aftermarket wheel/tires, 25.3" diameter, this 135/70 spare is 25.5". Thankd for the helpful video. Ive been pretty nervousr driving this car without a spare.

[@jimsgaragetoys]

I've been trying to find a definitive answer to that same question myself. I went with this size because my sock 235/40R18 is 25.4" in diameter and this 135/70R18 is the exact same diameter. At some point I wouldn't mind going to a 245/40R18 but the diameter is 25.7" making this spare 1.2% smaller. I'm not sure if that is within the range of being okay or not but I keep looking for an answer. At least this is the exact same size for now so no worries for now.

[@LifeSOSlive]

I'm running 265/35 at 25.3 dia and online calc says 135/40 is 25.5 so was hoping it close enough. I think it's only a 0.8% diff in dia. I've read up to 3% is ok on some AWD systems. I would guess we could look up other Toyota AWD cars and see what they run for spares, but I fear they also don't have spares but these dumb slime kits. I'm likely to grab a plug kit in the meantime. Let me know if you find anything out! Thx for the videos, cheers! @@jimsgaragetoys

[@jimsgaragetoys]

@@LifeSOSlive When I just looked it up it shows me the 265/35R18 is 25.3" and the 135/70R18 spare is 25.4" so the spare is only 0.4% larger so I would think that would be within any tolerance.

[@LifeSOSlive]

Aahh yes! I used a diff calculator and got your same measurements! In think you're likely right, that's much less than 1% dia difference so I would hope that's ok. ​@@jimsgaragetoys

[@UserNameTakenDown]

Holly millionaire, 500$ for a spare wheel!!! I’ll look for a used one at my local junk yard.

[@jimsgaragetoys]

And that is also an option. The new options range from $239 to $469 but keep in mind the most expensive package has all the tools and a bag for the tire. I didn't buy the bag for the tire and most don't which brings the price dow to $409. Some may buy the tool kit and you are already $90 less than you quoted so it's not as bad as you are thinking. And if you are a Prime member with an Amazon Visa you save an additional 5%. 😉