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Question about Full size spare

Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Technical Discussion' started by molecule, Apr 21, 2022.

  1. molecule

    molecule Junior Member

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    I've read several treads about installing the full size spare in a Gen 4.I was able to get a alloy wheel and tire for a local junk yard.The back foam pieces for the full size spare are expensive and a rare find at a junk yard,Ive found the rear foam pieces for a donut tire and was wondering if anyone can tell me how high the full size spare is above the donut foam deck?

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    #1 molecule, Apr 21, 2022
  2. Mendel Leisk

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    Drop it in and you'll find out? On third gen it doesn't quite fit, rides and inch or two high. Guess it's the width mostly, messing it up. Temp spares fit good.
     
    #2 Mendel Leisk, Apr 21, 2022
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    Haven't purchased the donut foam pieces that is why I;m trying to find out how much higher the tire will be above the foam pieces.
     
    #3 molecule, Apr 21, 2022
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    The “space saver” sits flush in the well. The foam pieces go on top to provide a flat surface for the boot. 9263BD72-F860-4C52-9EEB-9F121C6BA84C.jpeg 9263BD72-F860-4C52-9EEB-9F121C6BA84C.jpeg F954269D-2B0C-4532-87A3-39F0BF2E8EB3.jpeg
     
    #4 PaulDM, Apr 22, 2022
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    Thats what I went with the full size spare raised the rear deck about 11/2" and I didn't like it .so picked up a donut tire and everything is level now works great and looks normal.
     
    #5 molecule, May 16, 2022
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    This thread might help:
    Gen4 Full Size Spare? | PriusChat
    Parts needed are in there, and as a side note, discount parts are available online and you can find free shipping on some of them.
     
    #6 Hidyho, May 17, 2022
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