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      05-05-2019, 01:27 PM   #1
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Smaller spare wheel?

Hello guys, I own 2014 X4, 2.0d. As the car arrived with run-flat tires, there is no space for the spare wheel
Since I have bought new tires and didn't want run-flat, now I need to buy a space saver spare wheel.
The problem is that I can't find to buy 135/80R18 wheel anywhere (which is optionally delivered with this car), but instead only 135/90R17.
Is it a good idea to buy a smaller wheel than recommended? Will it damage something for a few miles in case of need? My summer wheels are 19" and winter 17"
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      05-06-2019, 04:39 AM   #2
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12v compressor and a tin of tyre weld?
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      05-06-2019, 10:25 AM   #3
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TPMS sensor most likely would be damaged if any type of glue is used (I had a bad experience with my previous car, so I wouldn't use it ever again)...
That's why I would like to have spare, but can't find 18"
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      05-06-2019, 11:20 AM   #4
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I've read a few posts over on pistonheads of the M owners going to non runflat tyres and not having an issue with holts tyreweld. They can't use a spare due to caliper clearance.
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      05-06-2019, 01:10 PM   #5
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Thanks for the reply, but I'll stick to finding the reply to my original question- can I use smaller wheel

P.S. This Holts tyreweld can't be bought in my country, so it is definitely written off
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      06-23-2019, 01:48 PM   #6
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I thought, it is not too small size. But if it is not so in such a way, you are welcome to make sure in the connection here.
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