MPBK and Spare Tire

nonot · 03-15-2016, 08:38 AM

For those who have MPBK installed and have a spare tire, have you actually tried to install the 18" spare tire and did it fit and clear the front brake calipers?

I am planning to buy the MPBK but wanted to make sure I can still use my spare tire since I have non-RFT.

stewy604 · 03-15-2016, 06:45 PM

I believe the MPBK requires 19's to clear it from what I remember.

Bigb348 · 03-15-2016, 11:50 PM

I have MPBK and as @stewy604 mentioned minimum clearance is 19". I believe the emergency spare from an f85/86 should work.

Alan l. · 03-16-2016, 08:26 AM

I've been thinking about this. I was wondering if I got a blow out up front with my MPBK and since my factory spare doesn't fit over the brakes, could i just move one of my rear wheels up front (20" or 22") then put the factory spare in the back? Its more work but wondering if this is even possible.

Alan

Bigb348 · 03-16-2016, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Alan l.

I've been thinking about this. I was wondering if I got a blow out up front with my MPBK and since my factory spare doesn't fit over the brakes, could i just move one of my rear wheels up front (20" or 22") then put the factory spare in the back? Its more work but wondering if this is even possible.

Alan

I don't see why it wouldn't work. It is more work, but considering the alternatives of flatbed or dropping $400 or so for the f85 e-spare, I'd do the extra labor.

nonot · 03-16-2016, 08:45 AM

I am trying to avoid buying a 19" spare. I saw a 19" spare alloy wheel for X5M (36116775450) at realoem.com costing about $350. As for the 19" donut tires itself, still have to looks since the size is not common. In summary, this might be an additional cost of $500 for 19" spare tire set.

I was hoping that the original 18" spare would clear the calipers since the width is narrow, offset might be different, no balancing weights inside and material is made of thinner steel instead of alloy.

Alan, I also was thinking of moving the rear wheels up front also but am worried about rubbing (staggered setup). If you have time to "experiment" with your setup, would greatly appreciate your feedback. Thanks

knepsterd · 03-16-2016, 09:50 AM

When all is said and done steel wheel tire and jack kit your in it for near $600 Nuts!!!

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nonot Private First Class 15 Rep 100 Posts Drives: 2016 X5 M Sport Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Jersey City iTrader: (0)	For those who have MPBK installed and have a spare tire, have you actually tried to install the 18" spare tire and did it fit and clear the front brake calipers? I am planning to buy the MPBK but wanted to make sure I can still use my spare tire since I have non-RFT. __________________ 2016 X5 35i F15 (Prod.date 2015-10-01) 2014 X3 2.8i F25 (Prod.date 2013-10-25) 2006 X5 3.0i E53 (Prod.date 2006-04-05) 2008 X3 3.0si E83 (Prod.date 2007-10-23)
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stewy604 Lieutenant Colonel 290 Rep 1,547 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW X5 xDrive 35d M Sport Join Date: May 2014 Location: Vancouver, B.C. iTrader: (0)	I believe the MPBK requires 19's to clear it from what I remember. __________________ 2014 BMW X5 xDrive 35d M Sport Mineral White 2011 BMW 135i M Sport Space Grey 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 750
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Bigb348 Second Lieutenant 92 Rep 208 Posts Drives: 2016 X5 50i Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Brooklyn, NY iTrader: (0)	I have MPBK and as @stewy604 mentioned minimum clearance is 19". I believe the emergency spare from an f85/86 should work.
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Alan l. Major General 5450 Rep 8,815 Posts Drives: 2020 F95 X5M Competition Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: United States iTrader: (9)	I've been thinking about this. I was wondering if I got a blow out up front with my MPBK and since my factory spare doesn't fit over the brakes, could i just move one of my rear wheels up front (20" or 22") then put the factory spare in the back? Its more work but wondering if this is even possible. Alan __________________
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nonot Private First Class 15 Rep 100 Posts Drives: 2016 X5 M Sport Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Jersey City iTrader: (0)	I am trying to avoid buying a 19" spare. I saw a 19" spare alloy wheel for X5M (36116775450) at realoem.com costing about $350. As for the 19" donut tires itself, still have to looks since the size is not common. In summary, this might be an additional cost of $500 for 19" spare tire set. I was hoping that the original 18" spare would clear the calipers since the width is narrow, offset might be different, no balancing weights inside and material is made of thinner steel instead of alloy. Alan, I also was thinking of moving the rear wheels up front also but am worried about rubbing (staggered setup). If you have time to "experiment" with your setup, would greatly appreciate your feedback. Thanks __________________ 2016 X5 35i F15 (Prod.date 2015-10-01) 2014 X3 2.8i F25 (Prod.date 2013-10-25) 2006 X5 3.0i E53 (Prod.date 2006-04-05) 2008 X3 3.0si E83 (Prod.date 2007-10-23)
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knepsterd Major 377 Rep 1,168 Posts Drives: 2018 M3 BSM Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: East Coast iTrader: (0)	When all is said and done steel wheel tire and jack kit your in it for near $600 Nuts!!!
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