[la crosse]

Since there is no room for a spare tire in the trunk, what does everyone do to prevent getting stranded?

I was thinking of storing a couople of cans of fix-a-flat in the trunk.

What do you think?

 

[Diny]

A couple of cans? All that extra weight will guarantee a blowout of your rears at the same time

The cars came with what's called an "M-mobility kit" which is a temporary solution to a blowout as long as it's not a big one. However, there's a space saver offering from one of our sponsors, I believe. Check out the sponsors forum and do a search in there.

Also, you see that emergency number in your trunk lid? That's lifetime for tire emergencies, if I'm not mistaken.

 

[mkaehly]

I do a LOT of Praying. . .

 

[rvt1000]

AAA

 

[Mike S.]

Since there is no room for a spare tire in the trunk, what does everyone do to prevent getting stranded?

I was thinking of storing a couople of cans of fix-a-flat in the trunk.

What do you think?

I use the M Mobility system, which should already be in your trunk. That, a cell phone, AAA membership, and a credit card.

It has also been said that BMW roadside assistance will provide free towing to a BMW center for any M car that has a flat, but I have not had any experience with that. Others may have, however.

 

[jiminEcricket]

the M5 came with runflat tires (at least my 03' did) . I replaced them with regular continentals. I figure with the air pump that comes with the car and a store bought plug kit, I should be o.k. It is not recommended but in an emergency you can even plug a screw/nail in a sidewall to get you to the nearest repair facility.

 

[RoundelM5]

this is what I have
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/m5...-tire-325-free-shipping-m5board-specials.html

Other use an OE front wheel and tire but it takes up most of the trunk

A number of threads on this, including a recent one...try a search
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/pa...s/169613-looking-m5-spare-wheel-used-new.html

 

[gherardini]

Well, the last time I got a flat out in the wild, I ended up using the lifetime free towing number on the trunk lid and then proceeded to drop about a grand on a new set of rear tires.... yeaaaaahhhh..... enjoyed the hell out of that....

 

[plenty]

On a related note, why does the toolkit include a wheel wrench when there is no jack?

 

[gzig5]

this is what I have
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/m5...-tire-325-free-shipping-m5board-specials.html

Other use an OE front wheel and tire but it takes up most of the trunk

A number of threads on this, including a recent one...try a search
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/pa...s/169613-looking-m5-spare-wheel-used-new.html

How thick is the spacer used with that space saver wheel?

 

[WaldoM5]

i bought a front wheel from a board member and take it along when ever i go on a trip w/ my aluminum jack. it takes up most of the trunk, but the piece of mind is worth it.

BTW, pictured is my mini jack since the beer took up the space for my full size jack.

 

[RoundelM5]

How thick is the spacer used with that space saver wheel?

12mm according to Bimmerzone website
http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/m5...-tire-325-free-shipping-m5board-specials.html

 

[Beemer Guy]

I bought the E60 spare tire kit from Tischer BMW for my E92 and when I got rid of that I kept it (the kit) only to find that it wouldn't clear the brakes on the F10 so I sold the wheel & tire but kept the jack and lug wrench and Styrofoam insert and bought a wheel and tire off of Tire Rack. HUGE sucker; 275/35-18 I think. Plus the TPMS sensor (which the Tischer kit did not include) I think the wheel & tire cost me about $350.

I'll check to see if it fits the E39 one of these days. Right now, I carry around a Slime kit with compressor and bottle of Slime.

I'm still pissed at BMW for selling all of their new cars with run-flats and I think all but the 7 no longer have any spare at all.

 

[-BEASTMW-]

Well, the last time I got a flat out in the wild, I ended up using the lifetime free towing number on the trunk lid and then proceeded to drop about a grand on a new set of rear tires.... yeaaaaahhhh..... enjoyed the hell out of that....

If you got the flat close to home and had BMW tow it to the nearest dealer, could you in theory order a tire from Tire Rack and have it shipped to your home, then tow the M5 to a tire shop and have it installed there?

 

[JohnAnthony]

i bought a front wheel from a board member and take it along when ever i go on a trip w/ my aluminum jack. it takes up most of the trunk, but the piece of mind is worth it.

BTW, pictured is my mini jack since the beer took up the space for my full size jack.

h:

this isn't the freaking 1800s where you could be 1000 miles from the nearest human...worse case scenario you'll never be more than 107 miles from a phone and food A McDonald's Is Never More Than 107 Miles Away

but that wheel and jack will most certainly make sure anything you run over pierces the tires :viking:

as for BMW lifetime tow it's always to a BMW dealership :crying:

*also what's all that beer for? changing a tire with a full size jack can't be that stressful?

 

[Lunker325]

I have 2 sets of extra wheels and tires in addition to what is on the car. In everyday driving, I leave them at home. If I go on a road trip, I will stick one of the fronts in the trunk just in case. For tools, I bought the OEM 17mm wrench and popped it in the tool kit. I also bought an e39 jack and store that next to the M Mobility stuff in the trunk. Fits and works great.

 

[Lancefitzgiben]

front wheel/tire in the trunk with a jack, lug wrench and OE length bolts. (cause I run rears and 3mm spacers in front)

 

[Mike S.]

I'd love to carry a spare, jack, and tools for dealing with it, but no way I could fit that in with the family's luggage. With a wife & daughter you get about twice what you need. My son and I do pretty well and keep it light.

 

[JohnAnthony]

I'd love to carry a spare, jack, and tools for dealing with it, but no way I could fit that in with the family's luggage. With a wife & daughter you get about twice what you need. My son and I do pretty well and keep it light.

man BMW updated the E39 accessories offerings to the point where it becomes an event just to change a tire or wait for roadside assistance

Driver Utility set

No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
01 Driver utility set 1 82292151462
only applies to
-- Set of button cells 4 X 1,5V LR-41 ? 71607704736 ENDED
Battery for hand lamp not included in
package contents
02 Driver utility set Pro 1 82290442782
only in conjunction with
-- Battery CR 2016 2 51218354417 $8.23
03 Battery CR 2016 2 51218354417 $8.23
03 Set of button cells 4 X 1,5V LR-41 1 71607704736 ENDED

Car Tool/Lifting Jack

No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
01 ARTICULATED CAR JACK, STEEL 1 08/2000 71121092710 ENDED
01 ARTICULATED CAR JACK, STEEL 1 71121096040 $83.07
02 WING NUT M6 1 71151182215 ENDED
02 WING NUT M6 1 71106781147 $0.38
03 Chock, steel 1 71111179052 $11.50
04 Damping strip 80X60X3 2 51481963274 ENDED
05 Clamp, lifting jack TUBSA 1 71126765000 $5.57
05 Clamp, lifting jack STORZ 1 71126765001 $5.57

Car Tool/Tool Box

No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
01 Tool box 1 71111182774 $56.56 +core
02 Screw plug 1 71111179444 $2.17
03 Threaded plug 1 71111179445 $1.82
04 Holding strap 1 71111182775 $2.23
05 Sheet metal screw ST4,2X19 4 09/1999 71111180290 ENDED
05 Sheet metal screw ST4,2X19 4 09/1999 07149156627 $0.18
05 Screw 4,2X16 4 09/1999 71116750167 $0.50
06 Cap SCHIEFER 4 51168140492 $0.32
07 WATER PUMP PLIERS 1 71111179522 $23.94
08 OPEN END SPANNER 8-10 1 71111112893 $5.40
08 OPEN END SPANNER 12-13 1 71111126148 $5.90
09 SCREWDRIVER 1 71111179629 $4.74
10 SPARK PLUG WRENCH SW16 1 71111181460 $18.50
11 SOCKET WRENCH SW10 1 71111181418 $8.53
12 Pin 1 71111093774 $4.44
13 POLISHING CLOTH 1 71111115810 ENDED
14 CRANK 1 71121179953 $14.56
15 Lock 1 71111179043 $6.77
16 Warning triangle without container 1 05/2000 71601092428 +core, ENDED
16 Warning triangle with container 1 05/2000 71601092427 $19.53 +core
16 Warning triangle without container 1 05/2000 71601095535 +core
16 Warning triangle without container 1 05/2000 09/2005 71606768272 ENDED
16 Warning triangle without container 1 05/2000 71606770096
16 Warning triangle with container 1 05/2000 71601095457 $16.74 +core
17 Towing hinge 1 72158108670 ENDED
17 Towing hinge 1 72157203519 $23.87
18 RING COVER 1 71156754340 $1.50

Car Tool/Warning Triangle

No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
06 BRACKET FOR SPARE WHEEL 1 71151180625 $3.62
07 WING NUT M8 1 71151182214 ENDED
07 WING NUT M8 1 71106781144 $0.58

*New Updated* Tire Mobility Set

No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
For vehicles with
National version Auatralia
L810A=Yes
01 Tire Mobility Set MOBILITY SET 1 71100413439 $147.95
02 Operating instructions MOBILITY SET 1 01290413435
03 Compressor for Tire Mobility Set 1 71106777047 $92.00 +core
For vehicles with
National version Auatralia
L810A=Yes
04 TIRE INFLATING BOTTLE 1 71100415041 $42.50 +core

Set of lifting jack

No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
For seasonal wheel change, not
as onboard equipment.
01 Set of lifting jack 1 71106773536 $158.95 +core, See EBA 0440747, BED 0445466

Really want the BMW tire pressure gauge

No. Description Supplement Qty From Up To Part Number Price Notes
02 Tire Pressure Guage 1 82120140377 $49.95

then

Warning Vest (so you can look like the BMW service guy that shows up to tow you)
RealOEM.com BMW E39 M5 WARNING VEST

Tow Bars
http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=DE93&mospid=47592&btnr=72_0591&hg=72&fg=95

Tow Rope
RealOEM.com BMW E39 M5 TOW ROPE

Warning Triangle
RealOEM.com BMW E39 M5 Warning triangle

 

[2strokecoldsmoke]

h:

this isn't the freaking 1800s where you could be 1000 miles from the nearest human...worse case scenario you'll never be more than 107 miles from a phone and food A McDonald's Is Never More Than 107 Miles Away

You obviously don't drive an M5 in Alaska...
A flat in Valdez puts me over 300 miles from a shop that can handle a low profile tire. :crying: And 270 miles from a McDonalds.
And if I'm out on the highway somewhere, there is a really good chance a cell phone won't work either.
And I'm really curious if the 'lifetime emergency' phone number is really still valid or not.
I wonder if they'll tow me 750 miles back to Anchorage if I get a flat in Whitehorse?

Yeah, I live in the sticks. And I can see Russia from my front porch while I BBQ with Sarah. :grinyes:

I have the air compressor from the M mobility kit, two big cans of Fix-A-Flat, a BlackJack tire-plug kit, and a BMW jack kit (part #71106773536).
I'm planning on buying the space saver spare from Bimmerzone, but haven't spent the money on it yet.