TGGRRR (Ali) Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Well in case anyone is wondering what the sound of a flat runflat is, I now know. it makes the whole side of the car vibrate. It's not like the thump thump of a regular tire, it's much more extreme then that. It was loud and really rough, I heard it over my loud music even, well probably felt it. I just got my first flat, luckily I was leaving the house and figured it out before I'd gone a block. Of course, I call Craig and tell him the car is making an awful sound. The TPI came on a few days ago, but that happens on and off and it's never meant anything so like an idiot I just push the button, it goes out in a few miles and I forget to check the tire pressure. It never came back on and I drove for several days. After giving this tidbit to Craig he suggests that now would be a good time to check the tire pressure. I had 3 tires at 30 psi and one at 0psi. A HA! He's such a good Best MINI Friend Forever (BMFF) So I limped Tigger home and put air in the tire. So far it's holding. I'm not going to drive him till the morning, see if it's still got air then. The lesson I learned is that sometimes the TPI is right, and every time that thing goes on, check the tire pressure. Hopefully I don't need a new tire, because I've got those Pirelli Snow Sports on and no one has them in stock. Ali Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcveay Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Not sure about the 1st gen TPMS system but as I've recently discovered, the 2nd gen TPMS system gives you two different types of lights/warning. When I had a flat last Sunday, I had a red triangle on the speedo instead of the usual yellow when the temps fluctuate. Great point though Ali, the TPMS system is giving a warning that something isn't right and a visual inspection of the tires may not tell the story A tire pressure gauge is an inexpensive tool and it only takes a couple of minutes to check the tire pressure when the system says something is wrong. 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted November 26, 2010 Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 Sorry to hear that Ali... yes, it's very important not to ignore your TPMS. Check the pressure of all 4 tires every time it goes off! As for you having a flat, despite some rumors (and dealership policy), most runflat punctures can be patched, just as long as the damage isn't too close to the sidewall. I got a flat tire only a few weeks after I first picked up my MINI (with the stock runflats), so the tires were brand new! The dealership wanted me to replace the whole tire (at a high price). I took the car to the Midas Falls Church (in Merrifield, on the corner of Gallows Road and Gatehouse Rd), had them look at it, and they managed to patch it just fine (without even taking the wheel or tire off the car). Cost me ~$15, and the tire lasted the rest of its natural life. Worth checking out! "Mr. OEM" - 05 JCW (TK, GPIC, SS, GPTA, R56 RSB, StBr, R56 BBK, GPWhls, SV, RS, R56 GSI, IES, StrWhl, GK, HG, LBIT) MCS, HB/HB, Packs: 1, 2, 3 & 4. LSD, Rear FL, LB/PB upholstery (inc. LB SB & HB), HB Int, Anth. HL, PDC, Nav. OEM: DPSM+Aux, SIRIUS, BT, RV Cam, Aux gauges, ILK, Alarm, AK, PFM, DL, SpLnk, CFD, CSL, BIW, R52 diag rods, EuroTL, EuroWT, EPS, EASM. AM: IanCullAUC, Intravee+KCA420i, SchrothR4, MM-STR. License Plate: SUV2BIG MotoringID: CARVE129 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted November 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted November 26, 2010 I figured they could be patched because we noticed a patch in one of Mark's runflats after they changed him out to winter tires. I guess I'll see what they look like in the morning and decide if I need to take them somewhere or if it's holding the air. If they have a leak, they should lose pressure overnight, right? I can probably take it to the gas station near the house if it's just a leak, or maybe Sears can help me. The place that usually handles my tires (one of the only places I could find to do runflats) is on the south side of Springfield, so I don't want to go that far with a leaky tire. Hey Craig - I NOW have an official tire obsession. OY! Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mashadwell Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 I am interested in changing from run flats to regular tires. I saw the following picture. Does anyone know where I can get this type of modification done? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcveay Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 minifini.com They have the one in the picture and a bunch of other racks/mounts that use the base mounting system. 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 That is the Spare-Link Tire Carrier attachment, made by Mini-Fini. In order to use it (or any of their other attachments), you first have to have the Sport Link installed in your MINI, which is the mounting point for all of their attachments. The Mini-Fini Sport Link and Bicycle Rack attachment were both adopted by MINIUSA as OEM accessories for 1st Gen MINIs, available for purchase, installation and warranty from MINI dealers. I don't believe that MINIUSA continued the relationship for 2nd Gen MINIs, but that's OK because you can still get them directly from Mini-Fini (and also for 2nd Gens). They are extremely solid, well-made pieces. If you want to check out the Bicycle Rack attachment or Tow Link attachment, to see what I'm talking about (or just the Sport Link itself), I'll be happy to show you at one of our meets. Mini-Fini is now owned and run by a father and son team who do excellent work and support the MINI community. They come to MINIs on the Dragon every year and even do installs right on-site at MOTD. I can't recommend them (or their products) highly enough. "Mr. OEM" - 05 JCW (TK, GPIC, SS, GPTA, R56 RSB, StBr, R56 BBK, GPWhls, SV, RS, R56 GSI, IES, StrWhl, GK, HG, LBIT) MCS, HB/HB, Packs: 1, 2, 3 & 4. LSD, Rear FL, LB/PB upholstery (inc. LB SB & HB), HB Int, Anth. HL, PDC, Nav. OEM: DPSM+Aux, SIRIUS, BT, RV Cam, Aux gauges, ILK, Alarm, AK, PFM, DL, SpLnk, CFD, CSL, BIW, R52 diag rods, EuroTL, EuroWT, EPS, EASM. AM: IanCullAUC, Intravee+KCA420i, SchrothR4, MM-STR. License Plate: SUV2BIG MotoringID: CARVE129 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mashadwell Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Thanks alot for the information about minifini. I think the spare tire setup looks great and is much better than trying to carry around a spare inside the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Thanks alot for the information about minifini. I think the spare tire setup looks great and is much better than trying to carry around a spare inside the car.Yeah, it's great. And the other nice thing about their products - they are usually designed that you can remove a pin and tilt them away from the boot, so you can still open the boot without actually removing the attachment (or wheel)! "Mr. OEM" - 05 JCW (TK, GPIC, SS, GPTA, R56 RSB, StBr, R56 BBK, GPWhls, SV, RS, R56 GSI, IES, StrWhl, GK, HG, LBIT) MCS, HB/HB, Packs: 1, 2, 3 & 4. LSD, Rear FL, LB/PB upholstery (inc. LB SB & HB), HB Int, Anth. HL, PDC, Nav. OEM: DPSM+Aux, SIRIUS, BT, RV Cam, Aux gauges, ILK, Alarm, AK, PFM, DL, SpLnk, CFD, CSL, BIW, R52 diag rods, EuroTL, EuroWT, EPS, EASM. AM: IanCullAUC, Intravee+KCA420i, SchrothR4, MM-STR. License Plate: SUV2BIG MotoringID: CARVE129 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scavenger Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 The other possibility is to get a roof rack and put the spare up there for a more "rally" look. Aerodynamics and sunroof performance may vary 2006 MCS, SB/S , "B.A." Performance: DINAN "Stage 5" tune, throttle body, boost kit (fuel pump, pulley), & CAI; JCW exhaust sans resonator, brakes, & GP IC; DDM IC diverter; CSF Racing Aluminum Radiator Suspension: DINAN front strut brace; Alta 22mm rear bar; KW V1 coil-overs; H-Sport adjustable rear control arms; CravenSpeed strut underators Interior: CravenSpeed gauge mounts with Cooper S boost and voltage, & shift well cover Wheels: Enkei PF01 17" Audio: Kenwood Excelon KDC-X994 HU; MTX Terminator speakers F&B Alan @ opensource.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustJAY Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 Chad @ Detroittuned.com sells the Cooper spare. I am considering getting one. [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edge Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 Chad @ Detroittuned.com sells the Cooper spare. I am considering getting one.Didn't you get larger rear calipers with your brake upgrade? The Cooper spare might not fit it... unless you already checked that with Chad? :angel: We all know it won't fit your front ones (therefore requiring rotation in the event that a front tire goes flat). "Mr. OEM" - 05 JCW (TK, GPIC, SS, GPTA, R56 RSB, StBr, R56 BBK, GPWhls, SV, RS, R56 GSI, IES, StrWhl, GK, HG, LBIT) MCS, HB/HB, Packs: 1, 2, 3 & 4. LSD, Rear FL, LB/PB upholstery (inc. LB SB & HB), HB Int, Anth. HL, PDC, Nav. OEM: DPSM+Aux, SIRIUS, BT, RV Cam, Aux gauges, ILK, Alarm, AK, PFM, DL, SpLnk, CFD, CSL, BIW, R52 diag rods, EuroTL, EuroWT, EPS, EASM. AM: IanCullAUC, Intravee+KCA420i, SchrothR4, MM-STR. License Plate: SUV2BIG MotoringID: CARVE129 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted January 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 Chad @ Detroittuned.com sells the Cooper spare. I am considering getting one. Thanks for posting that Jay, they have a really good price on the spare. I just ordered one. Ali Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maacodale Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 Before you spend too much on a spare, I have a spare from a 2005 Chevy Cobalt for both of my MINIs. The four lug Cobalt works fine on the rear, though you wouldn't want to run a space saver spare on the front anyway. I got mine for 45 bucks each at local salvage yards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmcveay Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 Where the heck are you going to put that? In the boot of your Cabriot? Oh, Mark has Max now so you can strap it down in the passenger seat! Thanks for posting that Jay, they have a really good price on the spare. I just ordered one. Ali 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon "Homer" 2012 MB/CR JCW R55 "Merlin" Sold 2009 LB/LB R56 "Archie" Sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TGGRRR (Ali) Posted January 8, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 I'm not carrying it all the time, just longer trips, club drives. I'll toss it in the backseat like Mike does from HR MINI Tigger 2006 the cabrio and Riversong the 2014 Countryman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phsrdh Posted January 16, 2011 Report Share Posted January 16, 2011 Before you spend too much on a spare, I have a spare from a 2005 Chevy Cobalt for both of my MINIs. The four lug Cobalt works fine on the rear, though you wouldn't want to run a space saver spare on the front anyway. I got mine for 45 bucks each at local salvage yards. Wouldn't the same hold true for a spare from a previous generation Civic (current 8th generation Civics are 5 lug)? They are also on the 4x100 bolt pattern. The DetroitTuned price is great for a MINI part; but the Civic spares are pretty easy to come by at a reasonable price, like the Cobalt's and could be a viable option. Any input would be appreciated! [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] PHSRDH '09 MCCS, CR/CR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maacodale Posted January 18, 2011 Report Share Posted January 18, 2011 Yep, another HR MINI member picked up a Civic wheel for his. They work equally well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
