[XenaBimmer]

I'm mounting a set of M6 replica wheels soon, and the tires I opted for are not run flat. Since there is no spare tire, is it best to keep a can of "fix a flat" in the case of a puncture, or is there a better alternative?

[gareth12468]

Originally Posted by XenaBimmer

I'm mounting a set of M6 replica wheels soon, and the tires I opted for are not run flat. Since there is no spare tire, is it best to keep a can of "fix a flat" in the case of a puncture, or is there a better alternative?

Maybe get the AAA membership.....

My winter tires are non-RFT and I have got the CAA membership just in case.....

[ND40oz]

BMW Mobility kit is available, comes with the Ms.

http://www.unitedbmwonline.com/bmw-m...-kit-1420.html

Tirerack also has the continental kit.

http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/...Tire+Inflation

[paul386]

You might be interested in my experience with this:

http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=626527
http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=625427

[XenaBimmer]

Originally Posted by ND40oz

BMW Mobility kit is available, comes with the Ms.

http://www.unitedbmwonline.com/bmw-m...-kit-1420.html

Tirerack also has the continental kit.

http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/...Tire+Inflation

THanks for that info, I'll be purchasing the Continental kit because it looks like a great option for the money

[bren]

Originally Posted by XenaBimmer

THanks for that info, I'll be purchasing the Continental kit because it looks like a great option for the money

Just remember, if you use that sealant goop the TPMS sensor in that wheel is probably going to be ruined.

[XenaBimmer]

Originally Posted by bren

Just remember, if you use that sealant goop the TPMS sensor in that wheel is probably going to be ruined.

I figured that, but there is really no other option since there isnt a spare correct? (other than having run flat tires, which the new ones are not in my case)

[n55x3]

Definitely avoid tire sealent at all costs unless there is absolutely no other choice. ** It is an absolute mess inside the wheel when they go to replace it.

Personally, I'd keep a small air compressor and a tire plug kit. Any leak that slime could fix you can fix with a tire plug. There could be a rare occurance where you get a pin hole leak in the sidewall and in that case I would avoid the tire plug, but in all other cases the plug should work.

** With the above being said, the plug/compressor approach takes a bit more effort and motivation to fix a tire compared to the slime. Not knowing your exact situation maybe slime is your best bet, but just be ready for a potentially faulty TPMS and/or a small cleaning charge tacked to your bill when you have the tire plugged or patched.

[bren]

Originally Posted by XenaBimmer

I figured that, but there is really no other option since there isnt a spare correct? (other than having run flat tires, which the new ones are not in my case)

Something like this:

tire repair kit