Spare Tire setup for first roadtrip

[jameslook]

I’m planning my first Cybertruck roadtrip this weekend but I don’t have a spare. No time to order the Tesla inflator and repair kit (it’s also pretty expensive).
What is everyone using as alternatives. I’ve actually always had a spare and never used tire sealant as a repair.
I really like the look of the Tesla inflator which is why I was going to get it even if it is crazy expensive. But for piece of mind I should have something for the trip.
I have the Duratrac RT tires.

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[Pseudometer]

I had runflats on my 2010 RAV4 without a spare. When I had to change tires, I opted to go without the runflats, and without space for a spare I bought a tire repair kit, mini compressor and AAA. In 15 years I never used the tire repair kit, never had to call AAA due to my tires, and only used the compressor to pump up a tire that has a very slow leak (and has for a long time). I drove mostly across the country several times in those 15 years.

So for my Cybertruck I have a bigger compressor and tire patch kit. If I ever start taking it offroading I might consider one of those spare tire mounts for the racks or the rear of the truck.

I'm not saying you don't need a spare, but it's been such a low occurrence for me that I don't really think about it much.

Edit:
Here is the compressor I'm using for my Cybertruck: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07YTKQLVK?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

It's not bad so far. I've had to top off the tires a few times and it's worked fine.

 

[hemiarch]

Tesla service uses the Milwaukee m18 inflator as a portable solution for good reason.
We’re about a frogs breath away from @HaulingAss giving a PowerPoint here on the TC-BL compressor which I’ve heard is really good too, but as far as mobile portable tire inflators, I think the Milwaukee is the gold standard.
Nothing but love @HaulingAss, it’s just that the best predictor I find of future behavior is past behavior

 

[TyPope]

I have a simple "gummy worm" repair kit, a "sidewall repair" kit that'll probably last just long enough to get to a tire shop, and a Dewalt tire inflator.

I've used the gummys once to help someone else with a flat tire. I've had two flats since 1995. One in a parking lot and one on the way off base... I was maybe the 5th vehicle with a flat on the road there. None of us could figure out what was causing the flat. Ripped the sidewall of everyone's tire right on the way out.

Anyway, the gummy kit and sidewall kit together take up about the space of an old Webster's dictionary.... 10 DVD cases... 16 iPhones... Something for all generations.

 

[SabrToothSqrl]

I've been playing with options for this as well. According to Grok, the wheels/tires from a Chevy Tahoe or Suburban would fit. (plz verify!)
The idea being you can find used ones on facebook cheap.

I basically asked it, in an emergency use situation, what truck wheels/tires would fit for a cybertruck. So, same bolt pattern, similar load capacity, similar overall diameter. etc.

For a 'street used' vehicles a spare really isn't needed in 2026. I've had 2 flats across more than 200,000-300,000 miles. 35" tires are unlikely to go flat, even against the meanest of potholes.

For off road use a spare is critical.

I'd scour local ads for a real CT single wheel/tire, even if the tire is bald it will get me moving again.

Don't forget; you'll need the tools to actually change the tire as well... don't ask me how I know that one!

 

[turns2stone]

I bought a full-size Core wheel from eBay for ~$300 and put a new OEM Scorpion tire on for another $500. Then I got a case + jack/wrench for ~$150.

All this normally stays in my garage, but thinking of hauling it all along for a cross country trip in July.

I didn't like spending nearly $1K to have a complete spare, but having a truck out of commission for 1-3 days waiting on a tire can be a real nuisance.

 

[kpanda17]

I bought a full-size Core wheel from eBay for ~$300 and put a new OEM Scorpion tire on for another $500. Then I got a case + jack/wrench for ~$150.

All this normally stays in my garage, but thinking of hauling it all along for a cross country trip in July.

I didn't like spending nearly $1K to have a complete spare, but having a truck out of commission for 1-3 days waiting on a tire can be a real nuisance.

above is what I did
I keep the jack, stands, torque wrench and socket in the lower compartment below the vault
In my bed I have a strapped in spare, bought off FB MP, in one bin are the jack pads (2) and misc other emergency items
AI prompt will give you the list
I feel secure off-road and on long road trips
I have multiple roadside services, Tesla being the best
Over prepared, but feel I’m triple covered

 

[teethdood]

Option 1) Repair kit to get you out and to a tire shop (could take 1 day to a week to get a new tire for you):
Amazon a complete repair kit from Gluetread, which repairs punctures, side walls, and valve damage. Need an inflator (m18 or TC-BL)

Option 2) Spare tire to get you home and forgo waiting for a new tire:
I bought a new wheel/tire for $600 off FB MP. Breaker bar ($20), torque wrench ($50), 21mm CR-MO lug nut ($15), 21" jack+stand combo ($90), inflator.

I opted for both repair+spare tire in case I suffer 2 or more tire damages. Since you're at a time crunch, just amazon the Gluetread complete kit and gamble that you don't have to wait long for a new tire if sh*t hits the fan.

 

[funnbobby]

above is what I did
I keep the jack, stands, torque wrench and socket in the lower compartment below the vault
In my bed I have a strapped in spare, bought off FB MP, in one bin are the jack pads (2) and misc other emergency items
AI prompt will give you the list
I feel secure off-road and on long road trips
I have multiple roadside services, Tesla being the best
Over prepared, but feel I’m triple covered

What kind of jack jack stands and jack pads did you get?

 

[kpanda17]

What kind of jack jack stands and jack pads did you get?

st

and and Jack at Harbor Freight store
Pad on amazon

 

[kpanda17]

st

and and Jack at Harbor Freight store
Pad on amazon

 

[kpanda17]

Steps for jacking are important
Raise rhe truck for the jack and pad to fit
Then jack mode to lock the suspension, prevents it from lowering

 

[kpanda17]

Steps for jacking are important
Raise rhe truck for the jack and pad to fit
Then jack mode to lock the suspension, prevents it from lowering

Memorize the jacking spots underneath
Practice before you need to do it for real

 

[kpanda17]

Jack lift points


Jack stand points


Steps

Under frame

 

[kpanda17]

Paste screwed the order, you’ll figure it out

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