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Old April 21st 2008, 15:11
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I have been told that if I remove the tyre from the Porsche space saver that it is possible to fit a standard 15" radial tyre..( Original tyre wont stay inflated)...But the local Porsche dealership says "not possible" please pay us $800 (AUD) for a new one! Any advice ?9Beetle is fitted with Porsche 5 stud pattern...

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I don't see why not. The dealer is probably saying that for liability reasons. The collapsible tires that are mounted on them are 165's so I would assume you could fit "regular" 165's, 145's, or maybe even 135's on them. I have no personal experiance with them so don't hold me to it.


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