Space Saver Spare - Jacking Point?

[Sebastalona]

Good morning,

I’ve recently swapped out all 4 run flats on my car to standard tyres.

I would like to keep a space saver in the boot as a back up. I’ve found a wheel which includes a cover, jack etc I’d like to get. However, the description states that the jack may need a BMW adapter for jacking points.

Can anyone tell from the photo whether I would need an adapter? I can only find info on jacking point locations.

Thanks in advance.

 

[chibaka]

This video will explain, he uses a different jack but the theory is the same

 

[Sebastalona]

This video will explain, he uses a different jack but the theory is the same

Thanks for that, very useful. So it looks like I may need an adapter. The shape of the jacking point on the car looks rectangular, whereas to tip of the jack itself looks square.

I’ll order it and check fitment when it arrives.

 

[B21]

The design of the jack doesn’t suit the E89 jacking points…massive danger of slipping over..you’ll need some serious adapter..better to get a different jack imho

 

[Sebastalona]

The design of the jack doesn’t suit the E89 jacking points…massive danger of slipping over..you’ll need some serious adapter..better to get a different jack imho

Yes, I’ve been looking at adapters and the only ones I can find are circular with the jacking point mount in top. They obviously aren’t designed to this compact type jack.

I’ll look for an alternative jack, as you can buy the wheel without the jack.

 

[chibaka]

Those adapters are cheap enough, if you or someone can use one to fabricate a suitable solution.....
This is what I did to my jack stands. The adapter is like the one in your picture, aluminium version.

 

[B21]

Yes, I’ve been looking at adapters and the only ones I can find are circular with the jacking point mount in top. They obviously aren’t designed to this compact type jack.

I’ll look for an alternative jack, as you can buy the wheel without the jack.

Good idea imho…when you’re faffing by the roadside trying to jack the car body up you don’t want a solution that requires precision ..

 

[Pondy]

Yes, I’ve been looking at adapters and the only ones I can find are circular with the jacking point mount in top. They obviously aren’t designed to this compact type jack.

I’ll look for an alternative jack, as you can buy the wheel without the jack.

Those pads are hard rubber and can be easily cut down with a hacksaw to fit what you need them to. I have a couple of round>rectangle jack pads. I have cut a slot in the top of one, so it fits another car.
Ideally you want a small jack which is low entry that can go low enough with a jack pad on.

 

[Sebastalona]

Looking at the original Jack I posted…..it looks like the mount point fitted to it is possible just held of with two screws.

I could possible buy a BMW adapter I posted earlier, drill two holes in that and just use the same hardware to bolt it to the jack?

 

[Pondy]

Looking at the original Jack I posted…..it looks like the mount point fitted to it is possible just held of with two screws.

I could possible buy a BMW adapter I posted earlier, drill two holes in that and just use the same hardware to bolt it to the jack?

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That would work. You may even find that the pad fitted to that jack is made to go in the BMW 'hole'. If not just remove it and make your own by cutting one of the round>rectangular ones which are cheap from eBay and the like.

 

[Mr Tidy]

Because I carry a spare wheel in my car I needed a jack. E46 3 Series didn't have run-flats so I bought an E46 one for £20 from Quarry Motors which fits the BMW jacking points perfectly.

 

[Sebastalona]

Because I carry a spare wheel in my car I needed a jack. E46 3 Series didn't have run-flats so I bought an E46 one for £20 from Quarry Motors which fits the BMW jacking points perfectly.

Funnily enough I contacted Quarry Motors last week looking for a wind deflector!

 

[2k35is]

I have a spare a spare wheel and jack for F56 mini. Identical to one in your post except top piece is metal and held by robust rivet (on which it can swivel)to top jack frame. Top of each side is bent over again very substantial. Its designed specifically for mini countryman. Works excellent for my 3 door hatch and a 1series E88 125i convertible. Fits perfectly into both cars jacking points Cant find a picture but no need for a rubber block.

 

[Sebastalona]

I have a spare a spare wheel and jack for F56 mini. Identical to one in your post except top piece is metal and held by robust rivet (on which it can swivel)to top jack frame. Top of each side is bent over again very substantial. Its designed specifically for mini countryman. Works excellent for my 3 door hatch and a 1series E88 125i convertible. Fits perfectly into both cars jacking points Cant find a picture but no need for a rubber block.

That’s great to know, thanks.

 

[2k35is]

Here's one on ebay doesn't appear to have either carry bag or ratchet handle not read description. Slightly different in that head does not swivel -but should be even stronger.

Genuine Mini Countryman R60 Lifting Jack 71109808661 | eBay UK

Genuine Mini Countryman R60 Lifting Jack 71109808661. L genuine part, brand-new in box. Please check all photos and part numbers before purchasing as we do not accept returns due to postage costs. Thank you

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[Iapetus]

I bought this kit in June and it works perfectly. No space saver spare included, but I carry plugging tools and a hand-held compressor.
I paid $63.

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It looks pretty much like yours with a circular plate screwed on top in place of your rubber block. The kit includes two hard rubber adapters so the attached block is not needed.

 

[sakamoto]

ジャッキーはメルセデスCクラスにぴったりフィットするので使っています。小さなトランクにはちょうどいいのですが、タイヤは取り外しました。

 

[Iapetus]

Good morning,

I’ve recently swapped out all 4 run flats on my car to standard tyres.

I would like to keep a space saver in the boot as a back up. I’ve found a wheel which includes a cover, jack etc I’d like to get. However, the description states that the jack may need a BMW adapter for jacking points.

Can anyone tell from the photo whether I would need an adapter? I can only find info on jacking point locations.

Thanks in advance

I considered a space saver from the Wheel Shop after I read your post. Mounting the wheel is easier and more certain than attempting to plug my tire by the roadside, but a thought occurred. If I'm travelling with some luggage/gear and I get a flat, I break out the spare and mount it. If it's the rear wheel, will I be able to put the that wide wheel in the trunk to bring it home?

If the trunk is empty I imagine it will fit (?), but with anything in there I think I'd have an issue.
I decided to stick with the tire repair route - keeping my cell phone and credit card at the ready if the puncture is irreparable.

 

[B21]

I considered a space saver from the Wheel Shop after I read your post. Mounting the wheel is easier and more certain than attempting to plug my tire by the roadside, but a thought occurred. If I'm travelling with some luggage/gear and I get a flat, I break out the spare and mount it. If it's the rear wheel, will I be able to put the that wide wheel in the trunk to bring it home?

If the trunk is empty I imagine it will fit (?), but with anything in there I think I'd have an issue.
I decided to stick with the tire repair route - keeping my cell phone and credit card at the ready if the puncture is irreparable.

A full size rear fits no issue…if you’ve planned your trip on the basis of hood down then with a full size tyre in the boot you have enough room to store everything you were carrying ..just have to drive roof up…

Long debate on this matter..depends where you live / tour ..for me I could be 200 miles and two days from a repair / recovery ..so I carry a full size spare

 

[Zed Baron]

Most of these cars running on 19" alloys have a staggered setup, so what happens if you have a flat at the front