Tesla Model 3 Modern Spare Tire Review

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My flat tire experience:
• My Tesla Has a Flat Ti...

[@camrodger5381]

The quality of this video is what elevates this channel above most Tesla channels. Thank you.

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@KennethWPonder]

Liked how you showed luggage would fit around and on the spare in the trunk. (shown after 18:20)

[@bryansmith5082]

I realize your video is two years old now, but I have to say thank you for the time and effort you put into this. It’s an amazing review that answered all my questions. My spare tire is on its way.

[@harryfranks6543]

Just ordered. Had my first flat (a bolt like you had in the tire). I called Tesla roadside. I’m 17 miles outside their service area. They wouldn’t bring a spare - would only send a tow to take the car to a tire store. Like you’re bolt experience, I could put air in the tire and get to the tire store. But it made me nervous about using the car on a road trip or to drive to the airport for a flight. I would not have time to deal with that. This will get added to the car anytime I’m going someplace not in my local town. Mine is a Model Y and that version of the kit will ship in early July. Thanks for the video.

[@LordTimelord]

Excellent Video! I just ordered the complete spare kit for my MY LR. Your video was very thorough and covered all bases! Much appreciated! 👍 What is kind of infuriating is the fact that Tesla has those two separate compartments in the floor. They should have been able to engineer it with enough room for a complete spare tire kit. Even if they did not include it, it SHOULD have the room in there! 🤬

[@kehaugen]

great video ordered one. had a flat in Oklahoma City. it took tesla roadside assistance over three hours to send a tow. It was going to take 3 days for the tire shop to get the tires I wanted so I had to take the ones they could get in that day. it still took them all day. this spare tire would have saved me a day of my life that I can't get back.

[@mrmeach1967]

Yep. This spare makes a lot more sense to people AFTER they experience Tesla’s roadside assistance. It ain’t a truck that rolls up in 30 min and then fixes the flat. I suspect Tesla’s tires aren’t easily fixed with a patch kit either because they’re foam-lined for sound dampening. That’s why practically every roadside call translates into a tire replacement, not a repair. For me the whole ordeal took two days - and that was in my own town. I have no desire to see how this plays out on a road trip.

[@Swaangin]

My brand new 2023 Model 3 LR Tesla got a flat on i95 turnpike in the truck lane. I had 16 wheelers ripping past me while I waited for a tow truck to show up. I have ordered this tire. Thanks for this review

[@Korruptor711]

Even though i've watched multiple videos of this spare, this is my favorite video because you actually removed it and tested it. I'm not looking to buy a Tesla until next year or 2022, but this is something that I will get.

[@Korruptor711]

@Wells Grey I just told your girlfriend what you did and now she's my girlfriend.

[@terryrodbourn2793]

Even some modern ice cars even don’t come with spare anymore! So ice cars owners could get a newer third party spare!

[@johnnemesh5459]

You might want to place your order soon...yes, Giga TX is coming online soon, which should take care of existing demand, but new EV tax credits are also in the works...if that goes through, demand will skyrocket. Take a look at what USED Teslas are selling for right now, it's INSANE!

[@AlvinTatumJr]

@@johnnemesh5459 I was going to say the same thing.

[@rich1383yt]

I got mine for Father’s Day; plan to carry in the car anytime I go out of state (road trips).

[@alexgayer85]

4 months after watching your video, I finally ordered my complete kit. :) Thanks!

[@drobert5051]

I hope I’m not “spilling the beans” but I ordered the spare tire last night (August 20). You mentioned that if we enter your coupon code, we would get the emergency kit for free. But it was supposed to end on July 3. I took a chance and ordered the extra kit. I entered your code....and Voilá!.....free kit added to my order. Thanks buddy!

[@milehighkit4725]

Great presentation as always. This is probably my biggest pet peeve with my model 3. Ironically I was just considering searching for something like this when your video popped up. Thank you frugal tesla guy! You deserve a cold beer after this one :-)

[@deblynne9440]

My son has a brand new car, hit a pothole and burst the tire. My Tesla is new and now I'm forewarned. Just ordered this spare and very much appreciate this video, thank you!

[@nbvideo1]

Appreciate to spending so much time and energy to make SUCH and awesome video to cover everything we need to know about the Modern Spare tire kit. I bought the kit 9 months ago, and want to finally test it out this week. This video was a great prep for everything I need to know. Thank you!

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Always good to hear. Thanks for taking the time to share.

[@BecauseTesla]

I've had this kit for a while now, and love it! I kept it in my trunk all winter because of the horrible potholes here in Chicago, and I plan on taking it on every road trip. I hope I never have to use it, but I'm sure glad that I have it! For those reading this, I recommend the full kit with a carrying case. Everything stows away neatly inside, and it's so convenient to remove the kit from the trunk in one piece to store it for later use. The entire kit only weighs something like 42 lbs, so it won't hurt range. I know the upfront investment is a bit steep for some of you, but trust me when I say it is well worth the cost. There is nothing "cheap" about this product. Great review, Mike!

[@monohydrate2]

do you store it loose in the back or do you strap it down?

[@BecauseTesla]

@@monohydrate2 It's pretty heavy, so I lay it down loose in the trunk. It doesn't slide around because of its weight. You could try strapping it down if you're concerned with it sliding around, but I suspect it won't be a problem.

[@monohydrate2]

@@BecauseTesla Thank you. I just ordered one and wanted to hear your thoughts.

[@BecauseTesla]

@@monohydrate2 It's peace of mind for when I take road trips. I would rather have one than not. I don't keep it in my car for most of my daily driving, but I will for longer trips.

[@Airwolf328gt]

Thanks for the information.. I just ordered the kit. Appreciate all the great videos you provide on the Model 3.

[@PurpleSideBlack]

I like the look of that spare. I think full-size wheels with the same look as that spare wheel would be great. A tip for using a small jack like that. Bring a small piece of plywood to put under the jack so it doesn't sink into the ground or dent your pavement. I did it once and wish I'd used some wood under it. Great video and product!

[@woof059]

Freudian great idea with the plywood. I’ll add that in the case when mine arrives.

[@donsissontube]

This was a very comprehensive review. I really appreciated you doing this, especially in the heat!

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

Mike, I am really, really impressed with this product!

[@forc3s646]

I just ordered one and thank you for the coupon code 👍. Oh yeah after putting the spare tire don't forget to recheck the lug nuts for security after driving about 20-25KM.

[@2222ut]

Great Video. I was stuck in the middle of nowhere for 5 hours. Outside of 50 miles circle for t. roadside, it cost me about $230 for a third party tow service to bring me a spare tire. 5 Hours!! So, the cost of this tire is great!! Thank you for pointing this product out !!! Tip: Tow service could not get lift under puck like you showed. He had a spare piece of wood in his truck. Place that by the tire, pull forward a few inches, and the wood helps lifts the car the few inches that's needed. I now keep a small piece of wood in the car. Side note: At dealer later, a couple was returning their Tesla. They were stranded for days because of the lack of a spare tire. They were really mad about T. roadside and never wanted to go thru that again. I second that!!

[@mrmeach1967]

All great points. I used to think that Tesla had this base adequately covered until I had the pleasure of experiencing their “solution” in my home city. Thanks for revealing how this could go down on a road trip. Tesla is not in the roadside assistance business. They’re also not in the tire repair business.

[@sniperd]

What a great video, nice job. So good to see 'regular guy' kind of review, actually doing it instead of some guy ripping around a race track! Keep up the good work!

[@joesawyer931]

Awesome thorough review. Still seems kind of expensive but then I'm not sitting at the side of the road with a flat.

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

I've been dreaming of a solution like this! Thanks for the review and the affiliate link! I will surely be ordering in the next week or so. My half dozen coworkers with Model 3s will also appreciate the link to your review.

[@JayO500]

great video!!! just ordered my Model 3 a few days ago so I will definitely be buying this before my car is delivered. thanks for the in depth review!! will be sure to use your affiliate link when I order!!

[@angelasoWA]

Thank you for such a great video! I’ve never changed a flat in my life and you gave me confidence.

[@martinloney6322]

Thank you very much. A spare tyre is essential in Australia and your video has convinced me that I made the right decision buying this excellent kit. I am just sorry I did not watch it before making the purchase.

[@Axel00926]

Thanks for this video, it was great, one of the best I've seen describing a product in all its potential. I do also concurred with the previous comments where is recommended the tire inflator and a small piece of plywood.

[@reasonitout9087]

Excellent video. You actually did the work and showed what was involved. I will probably buy one of those spare tire kits since I do not have snow tires to throw in the trunk for trips. (By the way, 30 minutes after writing this which forced me to remember a few "horror" flat tire experiences in my life in cars, pickup trucks, on motorcycles and bicycles, I ordered the tire and rim.) Here are a few things I do to continue my trip with the least hassle and wasted time and money. I also have a safety protocol that keeps my family and me as safe as possible when breakdowns occur while travelling. Regularly scan for pressure drops on the TPMS. Anything below the other tires is my trigger. Address the problem before it becomes a problem. I give myself the option to inspect the trouble tire and pump it up to 42 - 45 PSI range. at a safe place. Personal Safety is paramount. Drive the car to a safe spot unless you have a death wish. Read the papers for why. I have driven to a safe place to inspect, pump, replace tire without getting vaporized by an errant truck, bus, car, motorcycle. Even if it means destroying the rim. Slowly riding a totally deflated tire does not necessarily ruin the rim but it might...it depends on how the tire lays and if it has come off the beads. Drive on the shoulder to an exit or to where there are people and light. A toll plaza is best if on the interstate toll road. Inspect: if it is a nail or screw that is within reach without removing wheel then plug* and inflate. You must have a plug kit. Although plugs can work for years and many miles they are considered temporary. In fact many shops will not plug your tire. For a heavy, high speed, high horsepower car, an internal patch is a minimum requirement for me so plug it to get to your destination but have it properly serviced as soon as practical. I put the jack/puck/and small plywood under the car BEFORE it goes flat or pump it back up with my portable 12 volt pump if it is flat. Carry a $7 Harbor Freight breaker bar with a 6 point 21 mm impact socket. If you have snow tires then use one as a spare. Make sure to bring the lug nuts that come with the snow tire rim. I have changed tires in the rain at the toll plaza in 11 minutes from start to finish. Drop the tire off at a tire shop when appropriate. The primary directive is to not get killed screwing around or waiting on the side of the road if your car is still driveable. IF you have a road service , then I would still take it to a safe place. The reason NY has a Pull over law is because of the hundreds of people killed trying to help someone. *A plug by itself or a patch by itself is not an acceptable repair because the plug does not permanently seal the inner liner and the patch does not fill the void left by the penetrating object, which allows water to enter the body of the tire and starting corroding the steel belts. Not all tires can be repaired. Specific repair limits should be based on recommendations or repair policy of the tire manufacturer and/or type of tire service. When tires are repaired improperly, the results can be deadly. Be sure to ask your service technician if industry standard procedures are used in the repair process. When a puncture is within the limits established by the industry and properly repaired, you can expect the tire to continue to deliver thousands of miles of safe and reliable performance.

[@anthonyjagodnik1241]

Great video! I am about to order one for my new M3P for father's day. Here are some ideas based on the comments here. 1. Continental kit that mounts on a trailer hitch. 2. A velcro bottom on the bag like what comes with the Tesla charging cable bag, very effective to keep it from sliding around. That is on my DIY list. 3. Add cargo tie downs like Saabs and Volvos have had for decades. That is on my DIY list. 4. Combine the lug wrench and ratcheting jack handle in a single tool to save weight.

[@sduck409]

Excellent info. I hadn’t heard of this, and ordered immediately.

[@jamespeterson7100]

I just got mine yesterday. Finally I can drive long distances with no worry. 🙂👍

[@philluthman5960]

Thank you so much for your videos! Going on a family road trip this Summer in our new Tesla Model 3 SR+ and I was very concerned about not having a spare. I just ordered this because of your excellent video and review! Thank you!

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Glad to help Phil! I actually just went on a road trip across the border in Mexico and felt so much better having the spare. Enjoy your road trip this Summer!

[@jofruitbat]

Excellent video FTG. Thanks from the UK.

[@keithpaulus4597]

Glad to see you found shade for the swap to the front. 😁. Good video.

[@johnyabdiasgonzalez6489]

awesome video and good information. ill get my set, because I want to make sure that I can have a spare tire when I needed. thank you

[@woof059]

Yes, this is the solution for a spare I have been looking for. This is the kind of spare that should be in every car. I’ve had nightmares in the past with the cheap donuts they gave me with previous cars, and when I found out that Tesla didn’t include a spare, just a phone number, I’ve worried about it every trip. I remember the video on EE when he hit a pothole on the interstate in Illinois and ruined the tire and the rim, and how he had to wait until service came and it cost him a ton of money. This would have got him back on the road in less than 15 minutes and gave him options. I plan to get one for my car soon. Thanks a bunch.

[@edburgler5161]

Great Video. Having a spare definitely gives you peace of mind.

[@matthewgillespie3527]

Excellent video and hugely helpful. Ordering one today for my Model Y LR using the affiliate link. Thank you.

[@MikeHolgate]

Great video, thanks Mike!!

[@tconk1]

Í’m especially happy to see that low profile jack since I already aware of the flat tire clearance problem.

[@jamesr.9239]

Thanks a lot for showing how to jack the car using the MS provided jack. Too many of these vids neglect this important information.

[@hcfm7326]

Used coupon today 8-1- 20 and was accepted. Video was concise,informative and entertaining to view.

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Thanks and I think you’ll be happy with it.

[@dnizel1]

Mike, your videos are always informative and well produced. Great job! One suggestion, however: Even with a spare tire, it is strongly recommended to carry a 12V tire inflator and a tire pressure gauge at all times. Like all tires, spare tires are known to lose air over time.

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Thanks David! Great suggestion!

[@NVRick1]

If you have a spare, you should be checking the pressure at the same time you check the other tires. And if you only carry it when on road trips, just check it before you leave.

[@chezchezchezchez]

@@NVRick1 wrong! We never have to check the normal tires pressure. Ever. It’s on the display dude.

[@mrmeach1967]

@@NVRick1Great point. I only started doing this years after purchasing a tire inflator.

[@darreno1450]

Another tip I've seen posted elsewhere, is to place a tire-changing ramp behind or in front of the flat tire depending on whether it's the front or rear. Then back up or drive up onto it a little to get the height needed to use a puck with the jack. Jack the car up, then remove the ramp.

[@Xeyedjohn]

That's a great idea

[@willberger96]

Great video! Answered all my questions.

[@jaymiller2268]

Excellent and very helpful review. Thanks.

[@Anakena3]

What a thorough review! Thanks. Here, in France I have to admit that the roads are not that bad After many years of driving (actually decades) I’ve never had a puncture so considering the amount of space taken in the trunk I won’t be considering this option.

[@davionce1]

I don’t have a Tesla and probably won’t have it anytime soon but I like to be informed . Very good job on the video keep it up.

[@ArtCooler1]

I bought one of these kits for my Model 3 last summer prior to a road trip. We could still pack all the stuff we wanted to be in the trunk. Fortunately we didn't need the spare on the trip, or since. But I sure do like knowing it is there if I do need it!

[@SuperAlegria77]

Great helpful video, thanks for your time and effort.

[@hjer731]

Fantastic video. Very informative, well written and explained.

[@michaelsmithers4900]

Very informative video! You've given me something to think about...

[@JamesBond-qv2ht]

Great video. I hadn’t thought about not being able to use the puck with a flat. I have this kit and agree that is is very high quality. Beware though that it takes up most of your trunk space.

[@bobolito]

Thank you so much for such well made and informative video.

[@jersey-dude]

Nice product. Great demo. Thx.

[@user-lt3dq3bq7e]

Great video. Addressed all of my concerns. Especially about using the jack with no puck. And showing the car warnings about an unknown tire. That spare with jack and case are now over $500, but still worth it. I lost a day waiting for Tesla service to replace my tire after having a flat in my Y. Their air pump/leak fixer failed miserably-actually smoked when I used it. My car has the 16V low voltage battery and I think their compressor expected 12V.

[@tp3684]

Very helpful clip for my M3 flat tire, thans a lot.

[@Vintage_Dave_T]

Thanks. Good info. My Y arrives in June 🤞. I’m definitely ordering this. I was wondering what is out there to solve this problem. This is really well packaged. This’ll work!

[@rctezluh42069]

ordered. thanks for this. upvoted!!!!!

[@c_wonder]

wow, they’re running a great tire for a spare. I’m planning on keeping that and a repair kit/compressor for my BMW.

[@MistaBeU2Full]

Can't thank you enough for the information!

[@peteryeung7409]

Those are some nice Maui Jim’s. For a “Frugal” guy, you know exactly what to spend your money on. LOL 😂 I have a few pairs of them too, along with a white model 3 as well.

[@kafklatsch3198]

Great video...Never put all of the weight on the tire before tightening. Lower the car partially so that the ground friction helps to keep the wheel from turning while tightening... then lower completely after tightening

[@jacksonbangs6603]

I am ok with my setup in the 2015 Nissan Leaf. I can only go 60 to 80 miles per charge. My Leaf does not have Chadamo or DC quick charging. Therefor I rarely if ever do long distance road trips longer than 60 miles. I am most likely to get a flat tire driving around town near a tire repair shop. I just call a tow truck and they take my car to a tire repair shop. I just got a new set of tires at Discount Tire. Just like the Tesla Modle 3, the LEAF does come with a tire repair kit, which I have never used. Great video.

[@woof059]

Jackson Bangs I will say this, though. For any car that you can take outside your normal, local driving envelope (electric or not), this spare should be mandatory equipment. The cheap donut spares other manufacturers have used in the past are way to flimsy and unsafe if you are out on a long rural stretch between service stops. I would trust my family to this spare.

[@harunrachman3143]

I thought about getting one and it seemed a little on the expensive side but after some thought and being in the pandemic (limited to staycations) I decided to get one. I have not tried it on yet but all the other youtube channels sing the same high praise for the product. I did have a weird interaction with the modernspace.com when buying the tire. I completed the order and submitted it and I received an email stating that I did not complete the order. I went back to the given link and then resubmitted the order and soon realized that I had made two orders. I got on the chat with the support team and they resolved the issue very quickly. The order confirmation did show up in my email later so that is why it threw me off. Just a heads up.

[@garrygibson6433]

Thanks for your review. I purchased one of those spare wheels for my 2020 m3p. I don’t expect to get a flat anytime soon because that’s what happens when you have a working spare. Any way. I suspect Tesla does not supply a spare as there is nowhere to anchor it safely in the event of accident ; collision, or rollover. This loose spare wheel could cause significant damage in a high speed collision to occupants of the vehicle. To improve safety and alleviate this possibility I have braced the wheel in the boot up against the rear and side of boot by adding light but strong 3\2 softwood bracing also to the main steel support at the top of the boot. I know that this sounds different but I think this method should improve my safety concerns. Thanks again for your review

[@thenar]

This was a particularly well-done video. Thank you, Unfortunately, the price has Gone up since you made this video. the kit for the Model S is about $430.00. Ouch. But I can see that on a long haul up into Canada, it would be a handy thing to carry.

[@bepowerful2160]

I’m sitting here yelling at you....press that right button and tell your car to “turn on air conditioner to high!” Good video, I’m going to order today!

[@jacksonbangs6603]

Frugal Tesla Guy is being Frugal with the energy in his battery.

[@paulv22]

I'm not a Tesla owner, just looking into one. On the lug nuts, you need to verify that the seat on the nuts (bottom where it contacts the wheel) is the same between the spare and the original wheels. Hopefully the spare was designed to use the same type of nuts but maybe not. The other thing you should do is use a torque wrench as soon as you can.

[@mrmeach1967]

Wait a sec, buddy! How did your frunk auto close (@18:46)? Great video btw. Best I’ve seen on this subject.

[@stevenhill3136]

With you 100% Every car should have a spare tire. It's like insurance. You hope you don't need it but you'll be glad you did.

[@bepowerful2160]

Agree, can’t rely on service calls or plugs...

[@DavidBajayo]

Amazing video , the shipping is brutal. Over 10% the product cost.

[@TheNJ54]

Question, weight? I will say, it was more expensive then I had anticipated. Great video, you covered and answered the questions well.

[@BrentSipl]

Great video! Thank you.

[@jaylehman5173]

5:56 “for convenience and size it starts out small, pull it out and it gets larger. Very nice “

[@Thumpernator1]

I used the FRUGAL code today and it worked.

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

That’s interesting. Glad it worked!

[@MJB9559]

Great video 😜👍

[@Frantisek7403]

Great video as always.I will contact the shop and check out if it's possible to deliver that set to Europe to Norway :-)

[@sentino68]

I assume this will work on the Y. Will that puck work better since the Y has more ground clearance? Thanks for the informative video!

[@macuser48]

I'm still waiting for my Model Y, but I'm tempted to purchase this before the car is in my driveway. I'm not comfortable with no spare tire although that was the case with my 2016 Camaro RS. The dealer gave me a can of compressed air with slime already inside. Glad I never had to use it.

[@DOC-ce3em]

Great vid . Gained a sub with this one.

[@GeeJay1956]

Bought this last November, shortly after getting our model 3. Being in the UK shipping was expensive, but it arrived withing 3 days of departure. Also, was stung by UK customs, but all-in-all the peace of mind that we have knowing that this is in the trunk was worth all the expense. I have shown the wife this video and suggested she plays it in the car to guide her, should she be unfortunate to have a flat whilst on her own. Great informative video.

[@Sandwich137]

the guy from Christmas vacation has really cleaned up

[@Sventastic_78]

I had a Flat Tire last week and the Modern Spare Kit was exactly what was missing here right now I am still thinking if I should place an order because of the high shipping costs to Germany.

[@frcgfd107]

Finally a reasonable alternative to that dag-nabit donut!

[@mscarface]

Awesome video!! Ty Question: is your hair brown or black LoL?

[@GregHassler]

Put two of those on the front of a RWD Model 3 for a range increase. I just carry a pump and tire repair kit. I'm not willing to give up that much storage space.

[@Epiha]

I think for daily driving I’ll just take the Jack kit, plugs, and a compressor and the whole kit for road trips. Perfect little Jack to remove the tire to get the leverage I need to install the plugs and put the tire back on.

[@craigevans6156]

Looks like a good solution but is it available in Europe and a quite an expensive kit, will it fit the Model Y which I plan to buy when available in the UK

[@casperhansen826]

I have been driving cars for 20+ years and I have never had a blown tire, I have had flat tires that I could pump once in a while for a week until I could get it fixed. Once my dad had a flat tire and the spare tire was flat as well so it did not help him back then. It is your decision if you want to be driving around with an expensive extra wheel (that you need to check once in a while) and the extra weight just incase the highly unlikely happens

[@rogerpoppen2651]

Good video and info. Thanks. Wish I'd seen this before I ordered my spare two weeks ago. BTW where did you find the little thingy to pry off the center cap?

[@Wol747]

I put a small screwdriver in with the kit to do that - there’s nothing in the spare wheel kit and your fingernails won’t last all five caps!

[@patsmith5667]

Going to order a kit for our 'Y'. Not having a spare tire included is a SERIOUS flaw. Had a flat yesterday in a metro area, and Tesla sent a tow truck to tow the car to our home for a next day repair visit. If we ever have another flat, and cannot change, I believe I would have AAA tow it directly to a tire store. Do not have time for a 24 hour period to get a flat fixed.

[@Tore_Lund]

You need 4 of them; Less rolling resistance and frontal area. This will give you a noticeable reduced consumption.

[@SirDiesAlot89]

Good job.

[@quocd5580]

If this kit is $500... Used 18" rim - $100 to $150 Used tire - $25 to $40 Used car jack w/ accessories - $20-$40 Tire install - $20 I did mine for $150 total, prices will vary.

[@Medea007]

You should have tested it with the tyre flat to see if the jack fits, Tesla should give the option of RFT tyres.

[@MrArcelton]

Very informative video but I do have one criticism. The music early on was so distracting I was trying to find out what the noise was instead of paying attention what you were saying. I finally figured out that it was an poor attempt at trying to introduce some drumming sounds into the background music.

[@webcomment8895]

An issue with this is that if you carry the Modern Spare around with you so you have it when needed, if you are involved in a collision, it becomes a heavy projectile that could knock down the rear seat backs and come flying to the passenger compartment. There should be a way to bolt it down like a proper spare tire. I wonder if there are better options to safely secure it down in a Model Y?

[@LoveLikeaHurricane]

Why is it that with Honda compact spares , it recommends no more than 50mph, but this spare can if need be go 80mph? Also what determines how many miles I can go on a tire? A quick google search indicates going only about 70miles for a compact spare