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Note that these old 996/986 spares do not fit on the 4.0-liter cars. I had one of these spares for my 997.2, and did a test fitting with it the first week I owned my CGTS 4.0. The wheel fits the hub fine, but you can't rotate it without it coming into contact with the brake lines - a very "Bad Thing".
My solution was to purchase a closeout 19" wheel and cheap tire from Tire Rack for just $275 total with tax and shipping. I leave the spare wheel/tire in the basement, since I spend 95% of my driving time within an hour of home. So my wife would be my "recovery vehicle" - and that's only if the tire repair kits that I carry in the frunk don't work. I hope to never need to use it, but it's always best to be prepared for the worst! Here's a picture of the test-fitting:
No, run flats and high performance do not co-exist.
I agree, but my son's new C8 Corvette was delivered with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S run flats. The model number is PS 4S ZP which I guess means zero pressure.
The run flat tires weigh more according to Tire Rack spec sheet. 4S in 20 sizes range between 21-33 lbs and the equivalent run flats weigh between 25-35 lbs.
I don't expect to buy the run flat version for my Cayman. I'll stick to the non RF style and have less unsprung weight at the risk of having to plug a puncture on the road sometime. Now I've probably jinxed myself LOL.
05-04-2022, 01:41 PM
