I'm considering attending the Crossfires Across America and would really like to have a spare tire in the trunk. If I go to a Pick-n-pull or a salvage yard, which Mercedes model(s) would I be looking for for the correct fit?

 

This chart says the SLK 500 will work.

 

I took mine from a 2002 SLK 320. Totaled car but still new spare. I removed a front & rear wheel of my car & bolted the donut in place, blew it up & had no prob. with clearance at either location. If you want to hide it rather neat like send away for a trailer tire cover on e-bay & it is not that noticeable from outside your trunk. Just measure the donut size dia. (deflated) to get a good cover size match.

 

SOUND LIKE A GOOD IDEAI.CAN YOU POST SOME PICS OF THIS?????????

 

Are you planning on blowing your 18" wheel or 19" wheel?

 

With a donut wheel would it really matter? The bolt pattern is the same front and back.

 

that's what makes the trip interesting....living on the edge...just ask Franc about his tire experience....and he made it.....I just call AAA, flat bed, please....nearest Goodyear dealer please,......lol

 

theres no such car as a slk500

 

I didn't think there was either. It's most likely supposed to be a SL500.

 

Thanks guys, the hunt is on

 

Opps! Nevermind.

Thought it was a weigh loss thread.

 

I carry a Mercedes E320 Run Flat Spare Tire T155/70R17. Never had to use it, but specs are similar (identical?) to SLK/CLK spares. Bolt pattern fits all wheels. Peace of mind for $75 on eBay.

 

Has anyone ever used a temp spare and will it fit over the larger front brakes on the srt6? Also will the speed sensors react to a different size tire such as temp spare. I would like to have the spare option! Danny ARE will a front srt wheel work on rear as a temp?