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Okay... so I read somewheres that the 2005 Matrix had a full size (16") spare tire. Does that mean the Vibe has one a true size tire, or is it one of those lil dummy tires?And one day, I will actually take possession of my 2005, and I will stop asking all these mundane questions and maybe, just perhaps, on certain days when Aquarius lines up with Mars, then maybe I can answer one or two questions.hjwii

I wouldn't bank on it.The vibe and matrix seem to very much be going separate ways in 05...That aside, there seem to be few cars out there with full size spares...I wouldn't even be too sure the matrix will have one...

The worst thing about those temporary "spares" is that I seem to see a lot of people (particularly those who appear to be economically disadvantaged) riding around on them far longer thanthey were intended and presenting a safety hazard to themselves, their passengers, and the rest of us on the road. You would think that our police would stop these people and (1) verify that they have auto insurance and (2) tell them they need to get a real tire in an hour or get a ticket.

Quote, originally posted by jake75 »The worst thing about those temporary "spares" is that I seem to see a lot of people (particularly those who appear to be economically disadvantaged) riding around on them far longer thanthey were intended and presenting a safety hazard to themselves, their passengers, and the rest of us on the road. You would think that our police would stop these people and (1) verify that they have auto insurance and (2) tell them they need to get a real tire in an hour or get a ticket. I kinda like the look.

nice photoshop

Quote, originally posted by hjwii »Okay... so I read somewheres that the 2005 Matrix had a full size (16") spare tire. Does that mean the Vibe has one a true size tire, or is it one of those lil dummy tires?And one day, I will actually take possession of my 2005, and I will stop asking all these mundane questions and maybe, just perhaps, on certain days when Aquarius lines up with Mars, then maybe I can answer one or two questions.hjwiiThe Vibe always had at 16" spare tire. But It is not a full size (I mean 205/55/16) but one of those little and very temporary trire, but with a 16" steel rim.

I just got on e-bay a set of 2005 gt wheels for $325! perfect shape!Now i have a few full size extras! Will it fit in the spare tire well?I know my full size Neon R/T wheel didnt fit..........I think there is another set on E-bay right now CHEAP!

Quote, originally posted by hesredbird »I kinda like the look. No need to photoshop my friend!I did this last winter. Quote, originally posted by cspmeinkc »I just got on e-bay a set of 2005 gt wheels for $325! perfect shape!Now i have a few full size extras! Will it fit in the spare tire well?I know my full size Neon R/T wheel didnt fit..........I think there is another set on E-bay right now CHEAP!Nah, it won't.When I had a flat one night, I tried to put it in there, it wouldn't fit.

I know for a fact those little spare wheels and tires are much better then you think they are. Besides that, They would be great in the snow!

Quote, originally posted by 03VibeGT6Spd »I know for a fact those little spare wheels and tires are much better then you think they are.I had no choice but to drive on one for about a week...at times, I forgot I had it on and was going 85 or 90...Never once did I feel any shimmies or vibrations of concern!

Quote, originally posted by 03VibeGT6Spd »I know for a fact those little spare wheels and tires are much better then you think they are. Bet you know that GM tests them to about twice the speed and ten times the suggested use! Besides that, They would be great in the snow!Not so! I had to use mine during our first snow last fall and they are absolutely terrible, worse than a 3-season 17" Dunlop as on a GT.