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      07-05-2011, 03:19 PM   #12
AlwynMike
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Drives: F36 440i GC.
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Lincolnshire Flatlands

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If you're going the space-saver route - try your local tyre factor. Mine did me a new BMW wheel and Continental tyre for £85+ VAT for my 5er.
Wheelbrace : Lidl
Jack : Vauxhall Omega (lying around in a mate's garage and therefore free!)

When (eventually) I find an E91 that I like (and can afford), the 5er wheel will be moving car for the longer runs and towing, plus I have a Contimobility kit for the rest of the time

Speaking to a BMW employee yesterday and he reckons that RFT's are now the biggest moneyspinner for recovery companies at weekends- people won't travel far with "flat" tyres and can't get new RFT's easily.

He said they're not immune to shredding either - he's had one let go on him!

Mike
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