replace spare at same time as tires?

hmm, mixed response. I'm going to leave it. Pulled the cover off it tonight and it's in perfect shape, no cracks or anything. Maybe in a couple years if it gets ratty. Thanks all.

I would not replace the spare. It is used to get you to the next tire store only.

phillyg wrote:

tvman44 wrote:
I don't, if I have to use the spare I will drive as short a distance as possible and slowly.

This.

this X2

Generally tires are rated for 10 years of service life. Being its 7 years old I would think you would end up replacing the trailer tires again in the next 3-4 years. I would change it at that time.

This assuming the spare is not dryrotted.

When I replaced the tires I purchased 5. Most people I know just keep the best tire for the spare.

If the tires age out I would keep the spare. If the tires prove defective replace the spare. So far my trailer tires have been replaced due to coming apart and I replace all five.

My truck spare is a top line Goodyear and 15 years old. I would easily trust it to get me to a tire store if needed.

Buy a new spare. It's cheap insurance and will give you peace of mind.

Flats and blowouts usually don't happen on a Monday morning in populated areas with several tire shops. :E

tvman44 wrote:
I don't, if I have to use the spare I will drive as short a distance as possible and slowly.

This.

I always replace our spare when I replace the four tires on our TT. Relying on just driving the shortest distance on a spare doesn't work for us. Tire brand that I want may not always be available. Shops closed on the very day I might need a replacement tire. It may be a long distance to the nearest tire shop. Etc.

I like knowing I have a spare I can depend on.

I don't, if I have to use the spare I will drive as short a distance as possible and slowly.