Don Breech Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 Did all the KRs come without a spare tire? I had need to look for the spare and the well was empty. Are the F1 Supercar tires from Goodyear run-flat tires? I guess that would be a good reason, but what if you changed tire brands to something better than the Goodyears???? Can anyone say "Nitto"? And, if we got a spare, which size would it be....or perhaps a compromise 275x40x18?????? Seems weird not to have a spare tire. Especially with instructions on changing tire in the manual. Thinking of changing out to 20 inch rims. Anybody have any input (pro or con) on this? Would put 285x30s on rear and 255x35s on front with FR500 20" rims. Should look good but will it perform well? Would use Nitto INVO tires. Thanks in advance for any input. Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldlugs Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 Hey there, Don. 1) No spare - just the little inflation kit. 2) They're not run-flats. 3) I was wondering about a good replacement, too. 4) 20's looks good, if you like that look... I'll stick with the 18's. 20" wheels are awfully HEAVY. Lighter is better... Duane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S8MS-01904 Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 Once the weather breaks, I'm a gonna see if the spare from my Exploder will fit. I'll report back when complete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldlugs Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 This thread may be of some interest, as the '08-'09 Bullitt has the same emergency kit, and no spare: http://www.imboc.com...ad.php?t=169163 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YZD263 Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 I changed my wheels for the Alcoa 20s. I must admit that I did that mainly for the look. As oldlugs said, 18s are lighter and likely a better choice from a pure performance standpoint. That being said, I do not intend to track the car and preferred the look of the initial KR porototype which used the Alcoa 20s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terumi71 Posted February 14, 2012 Report Share Posted February 14, 2012 20" rims will be a larger/heavier rotational mass. Tougher on brakes. You'll have to go to less sidewall to make them fit, so hookup will be more challenged. Yes, they look great! So from a performance standpoint, you'll have to take a hit for the looks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Breech Posted February 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2012 Thanks to all who contributed. Great info. Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfxr242 Posted April 11, 2012 Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 Does anyone know where I can obtain the "little inflation kit" my recently acquired KR didn't come with it Thanks ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NordicShelby Posted April 11, 2012 Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 If you get different rims and want to sell your KR rims I might be interested in them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eagledriver Posted April 11, 2012 Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 Does anyone know where I can obtain the "little inflation kit" my recently acquired KR didn't come with it Thanks ! Your local Ford dealer will be able to get one. It's the same as the GT500 inflator kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terumi71 Posted April 11, 2012 Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 Good to know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfxr242 Posted April 11, 2012 Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 Thanks eagle I'll get on to the Ford dealer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiaCobra Posted April 16, 2012 Report Share Posted April 16, 2012 Problem we have is clearing the big brembos upfront. With that in mind, you only need a spare that will fit the rear. If you get a front flat, simply take the rear tire and mount it on the front, then mount the spare on the rear. You can then drive the car to a shop or home where you can fix it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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