i think the topher has a post on it, as well as a youtube video documenting the RL spare. apparently it works well!
the picture you posted though is exactly what i'm aiming to work with -- i think the fk8 spare tire kit includes a panel that i am aiming to retrofit so i can get a fully flat...
First step entails purchasing the FK8 spare tire kit. It turns out the FK8 spare tire kit has everything but the tire itself.
Here are the parts:
06421-TGH-A33ZA -- FK8 spare tire kit (does not include tire). Lowest price I could find is $221.47.
42751-CTL-039 -- Continental tire that fits on...
It's common knowledge by now that in many markets the FL5 does not have an available spare tire -- instead, it comes with a less desired fix-a-flat kit. This forum explores various options such an Acura RL spare, a low-profile BMW spare, and a few others. I personally prefer sticking with OE...
Thanks for sharing. I also grew up in the 90s. Went from ND2 Miata to G80 M3 to this FL5. Oddly enough im happier in the FL5 than I was in the G80, likely due to the nostalgia factor hitting hard when I’m in it.
Next car will be a 911 of some sort but perhaps I’ll just keep the FL5 to maintain...
there are a ton of msrp deals out near you. ohio and florida particularly seem to have a lot of msrp deals. i just got mine from an ohio dealership 2 weeks ago at msrp!