G8 GT Spare Tire Tool Kit

[Greg@PacePerformance]

G8 GT Spare Tire Tool Kit (http://paceperformance.com/i-5146350-pac-g8spare-g8-gt-spare-tire-tool-kit.html) - $208.95
This kit allows you to install the factory spare tire tool kit into your GT.

Ready To ship

[Greg@PacePerformance]

I am running out of V6 VIN numbers to get these kits special ordered but keep the orders coming guys :)
Another kit that has been selling better than I thought it would. :D

[edmanet]

I was going to get a mini spare tire since I bought your spare tire tool kit. The guys at the gm parts house said,

"That item is $59.08. I personally wouldn't want to use a 17" spare on a 18" or 19" wheel, but that is strictly up to you. That is bad news for the internal gearing.

Thanks, Gene."

Your thoughts on this ???

[GRRRR8]

As long as the tires are within 1/4 of what you have it wont hurt anything and its not like you would be driving on it for 1000s of miles.

[norm8332]

I was going to get a mini spare tire since I bought your spare tire tool kit. The guys at the gm parts house said,

"That item is $59.08. I personally wouldn't want to use a 17" spare on a 18" or 19" wheel, but that is strictly up to you. That is bad news for the internal gearing.

Thanks, Gene."

Your thoughts on this ???

I got A full spare, it fits. You should be able to find one for sale on one of these G8 boards if you wanted too

[Greg@PacePerformance]

I just got an update from GM about the wrench that comes in this kit.

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MESSAGE. ***SPAC CASES WILL BE CONTINUALLY REV
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DATE-11/05/2008 [11/6/2008 9:11:53 AM]

If they continue to fill SPAC cases we will still be able to fill the current orders. Sorry for the delay everyone that still has them on order. :(

[Got 8?]

Can we still get these ???

And how long is it going to take to get in ???

I'm going on vacation soon and need to get one and a spare in a couple of weeks...

PM sent...

[HD926]

I would also be interested

[Greg@PacePerformance]

Kits are available. The last kit I ordered only took a few days to arrive but they are now available.

-Greg

[Got 8?]

Thanks, I'll order one when I get home tonight.

[WhyteSS]

will be purchasing this real soon.

[Got 8?]

Just placed my order...

Do you know where I can get a full sized spare for pretty reasonable ???

[Greg@PacePerformance]

The best place for a spare is to find a member selling their stock wheels and use one of those.

[peterg22000]

do you ship to Canada? I have a full size spare coming and would the jack kit, but it looks like the check out is locked on United States...

[Greg@PacePerformance]

Yes we do ship to Canada. Parts of the kits are currently on backorder. You should be able to checkout with out a problem using the international option.
Give us a call if you have any issues ordering.
-Greg

[peterg22000]

how long is it expected to get the parts in, and could you tell me what shipping would be to Toronto? (M4E-1R7)

[Greg@PacePerformance]

I just checked and GM has no ETA on the few items we are missing.
29.78 for UPS
44.40 for US mail
These prices were direct from our website.

[TY2185]

Is everything in stock for this kit?

Thanks,

[Greg@PacePerformance]

Sorry more parts are on backorder. You can still order it now and we will ship as soon as all the parts arrive.

[alex94z]

Is the lug nut wrench available seperately without the rest of the kit? If so, how much for it?

[Purf]

I got A full spare, it fits. You should be able to find one for sale on one of these G8 boards if you wanted too

Norm8332 -- I'm going the "full-sized" spare route myself, once GM gets the wheels in. Regards, Paul.

[norm8332]

Norm8332 -- I'm going the "full-sized" spare route myself, once GM gets the wheels in. Regards, Paul.

I would try to find one on here first. Post in the "Want to buy" section adn check the For Sale section. You will get it for 1/4 what GM wants for them.

[Greg@PacePerformance]

Is the lug nut wrench available seperately without the rest of the kit? If so, how much for it?

The wrench is available seperate, but they are on national backorder and the price is $20.04 plus S&H.

[djo165]

Hey, Greg. I just ordered one of these from Pace. Thanks for packaging these together.

[Greg@PacePerformance]

:)
All parts are now off backorder for now.

[djo165]

That's cool. I'll try to be patient!

[peterg22000]

got and installed mine yesterday, great kit, well exicuted by GM.. Thanks Pace for putting it all together! :)

[djo165]

Got mine last Friday. Works great. Thanks Pace Performance!

[kgb4187]

Ordered mine last thursday, still waiting on it. Any idea of how long the back order is? Thanks.

[Greg@PacePerformance]

No. GM has part on backorder again. There is no ETA on them but they have been slow to arrive so I hope to see them soon. Sorry about the delay.

[Greg@PacePerformance]

Kits are off backorder but we have not received our shipment yet.

[kgb4187]

Quick question, jack showed up today but the box had been ripped open during shipping. Looks like everything is here except the "Plastic cap remover tool for lug nut plastic caps 92171594", was that included? Is that something the insurance would cover?

[Greg@PacePerformance]

How much was your kit? We just started including that tool in the kits but had to raise the price of the kit.
If you paid 120 shipped than yours did not include that tool.

[minytrker]

Kits are off backorder but we have not received our shipment yet.

I placed an order on the 15th and got an email saying it on backorder?

[minytrker]

Kits are off backorder but we have not received our shipment yet.

I placed an order on the 15th and got an email saying it on backorder?

[minytrker]

I guess the Vendor isnt going to reply to my question.

[Greg@PacePerformance]

I didn't understand that as a question. It sounded like a statement with a question mark.
Like the previous post say we are waiting for the shipment from GM.

[Modhauler]

I placed an order on the 15th and got an email saying it on backorder?


I placed mine on 11th and also received the e-mail saying it was on back order and would ship in 10-14 days. Got an e-mail the 19th that said it had shipped. Was on-line checking where it was when UPS dropped it off yesterday. Be patient, you'll get it. Very pleased with the transaction and communication. I'll be a return customer. Thanks. :) Joann

[minytrker]

I was trying to figure out why they posted they were off backorder, they I order the kit and get a email saying they are on backorder. It didnt make sense, thats all. Im not to happy about how the vendor replied but Im at there mercy.

[chuckwi11]

Does this jack kit work on the GXP?

[Greg@PacePerformance]

Chuck,
Yes everything in the kit will also work with the GXP.

[learjet60]

Spare tire tool kit and a set of spare floor mats ordered...thanks!

[Seattle09GT]

Just ordered my spare tire tool kit. WOOT!

[Jimmy Dean]

How does this fit with a full size spare? Does anyone have any pics? I'm about to pull the trigger, but this thing would appear to take up a bunch of room.

Are these in stock now?

Thanks!

[Greg@PacePerformance]

Not in stock but only about a day or two delay from the GM warehouse.
Yes the full size wheel and tire will fit in the hole after you pull the compressor out.

[Seattle09GT]

Not in stock but only about a day or two delay from the GM warehouse.
Yes the full size wheel and tire will fit in the hole after you pull the compressor out.

There is PLENTY of room in that spare tire well. Take out the foam chunk that holds the air compressor today and look in there. Holds a 19" full size rim and tire with room to spare. Very 1950's!

[Jimmy Dean]

Not in stock but only about a day or two delay from the GM warehouse.
Yes the full size wheel and tire will fit in the hole after you pull the compressor out.

Please shoot me a pm when you get them...

[zepcom]

Not in stock but only about a day or two delay from the GM warehouse.
Yes the full size wheel and tire will fit in the hole after you pull the compressor out.

Holy moly... I ordered my kit from Greg and the next day I got shipment notification... and when I tracked it... it said "out for delivery". It got delivered within an hour of me tracking it, talk about FASSSSSSST!

Not too shabby for UPS Ground!!

PACE ROCKS!! Very impressed! :woohoo:

Thanks Greg!

[Seattle09GT]

Since there seems to be the same question asked over and over, will this jack fit with a full size spare, I figured I would take a photo essay of the outstanding kit that Pace Performance has put together for the G8.

Here we have the trunk of a 2009 G8 GT with the cargo net installed and otherwise empty.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4129&stc=1&d=1256944331

This is the spare tire area of the G8. The factory included foam core that holds the can of fix-a-flat and the air compressor has been removed, along with the upper spindle and anchor that held it in place. Keep the anchor and spindle, you will need these. The lower spindle that clips into the bottom of the spare tire well has been left in place.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4130&stc=1&d=1256944331

The first thing you install is the holder for the jack components. It is made of black plastic that matches the plastic in the cargo area better than these pictures show. It fits within three "humps" that exist in the spare tire well. Placement is only in one location, with the base of the scissors jack facing toward the front of the car.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4131&stc=1&d=1256944331

The first thing you're going to install is the lug nut cover removal tool.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4132&stc=1&d=1256944331

The tool installs on the right hand side of the jack tool kit holder (passenger side). There is a lip for the tool to hold onto so it will stay in place.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4133&stc=1&d=1256944331

If you look to the right you can see the tool in place.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4134&stc=1&d=1256944331

Next, you're going to install the scissors jack. You will need to "open" the jack, as it is shipped completely closed. The base of the jack faces the front of the car, the eyelet where the arm would turn the crank, faces to your right (passenger side). I found it was easiest to open the jack a bit, lay it on the tool holder, and then continue to turn the eyelet with my hand until it fell right into place. I then opened it a bit more, so that it would hold firmer, but I didn't crank it so open that it flexed the plastic.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4135&stc=1&d=1256944331

Next you're going to install the telescoping tire iron.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4136&stc=1&d=1256944331

The lug nut side of the tire iron installs on the left side of the tool holder (driver side). The lug nut side will sit pointing slightly down, and the tire iron neck sits on top of the jack.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4137&stc=1&d=1256944331

Continued in next post...

[Seattle09GT]

The next thing you're going to install is the jack arm.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4138&stc=1&d=1256945172

There is a spindle that the arm installs into on the back hand left side (driver side) of the tool holder.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4139&stc=1&d=1256945172

And there is a hole in the arm that accommodates the spindle. So the tool can only be installed one way.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4140&stc=1&d=1256945172

After installing the arm into the holder, you are going to install the top section of the jack and tool holder. This is a piece of plastic with a diagram of a tire iron on it. You will install this appearing to be "upside down," with the finished side facing the tools, and the "unfinished" appearing side facing upward. This drops right over the tools and helps hold them in place.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4141&stc=1&d=1256945172

Next you're going to anchor it all down with the large plastic nut that attaches to the spindle. Notice in the picture the hollow of the lower spindle is still exposed. Remember, I said you'll need to keep the spindle that held the foam block in place, well, we're going to be using that soon. Turn this until the jack is firmly, but not violently, held down in place.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4142&stc=1&d=1256945172

Now get your full size spare, 18", 19" or 19" GXP rim and put it in the spare tire well. Tada! As you can see there is PLENTY of room left over with the jack, tool kit, holder, and full size 19" wheel in place as in my car.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4143&stc=1&d=1256945172

Next, take the spindle and cap that came with your G8 air compressor kit and lock the wheel down. Surprise! The cap fits right into the factor rim center hub, locking everything down into place. You don't need the center cap - you just use the one on the wheel you're replacing if you have flat.

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4144&stc=1&d=1256945172

Does it fit?

http://forum.grrrr8.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=4145&stc=1&d=1256945172

You bet it does!

[zepcom]

Great job on that photo how-to!

I figured it all out last weekend when my kit came in from PACE, however I never thought of poking out the center hub on the spare tire and re-using the stock retainer piece. My spare 18" rim&tire are currently sitting on top of the pace kit, hasn't really moved around at all, but I think it would be better if it was anchored down.

I think I may pop out my center hub on the spare and try that.

Thanks for the how-to, got me thinking on how to improve as above! :woohoo:

--zepcom

[Seattle09GT]

Great job on that photo how-to!

I figured it all out last weekend when my kit came in from PACE, however I never thought of poking out the center hub on the spare tire and re-using the stock retainer piece. My spare 18" rim&tire are currently sitting on top of the pace kit, hasn't really moved around at all, but I think it would be better if it was anchored down.

I think I may pop out my center hub on the spare and try that.

Thanks for the how-to, got me thinking on how to improve as above! :woohoo:

--zepcom

I'd anchor it down, heaven forbid if you ever got in a very severe accident that tire could become a weapon.

[Mav]

FINALLY pulled the trigger on this today, should have done it months ago. Thanks!

[scorpio ps]

I purchased the kit months ago and finally installed it with a new rim and tire in a GXP. It fit like a glove. Now I have the peace of mind that I can change my tire and not have to wait for a tow truck. Again a great device.

[peterg22000]

Already had to use the kit, was the most use full money I've spent on my car so far.

:)

[TOU]

Sounds great. Got my 19" full size spare tire and rim today. After three weeks, still waiting on my tool kit. Hope it arrives soon.

[Sandhog]

Yeah mine also.I hope the tool kit with the jack gets here before the snow falls.....

[Greg@PacePerformance]

Sorry everyone still waiting for their kits. GM's parts availablilty has been very hit and miss. Kits ship as soon as all parts arrive.

[Greg@PacePerformance]

All backordered kits should now be shipped and we have enough parts in stock to fill 16 spare tire kits.

[Cincy8]

Make that 15 . . .

Thanks all for the kit, and the knowledge it would fit.

[Kermit]

Make that 14 now. :)
Now just need to get a spare.
By the way, might want to edit the price Greg. Seems that is it $127 now instead of $122. :)

[Cincy8]

Perfect timing as winter tires purchased today, mounted on stock 18's dealer threw in with my 19's summer only (another buyer replaced rims on the spot, and left stocks behind for some lucky sunnagun :) ). One of the replaced 19's screwed down over the new kit in the well, and I'm ready for anything winter can throw at me.

[kgb4187]

I was getting gas Christmas eve when a new BMW 3 series came banging into the station and went to the air pump and tried putting some air in his front left tire. Apparently the hole in his tire was bad since he banged out down the street 5 minutes later. I smiled knowing I had a real spare and jack kit incase I ever get a flat.

[pancho]

Ordered mine

[BluYa76]

Ordered mine! Thanks Greg!!!

[pancho]

Received mine...Thanks Greg

[Rubbabubi]

Can anyone tell me if they know if I can fit my 17" winter tire over this kit? I know that the stock 18s and 19s will. Or if anyone with a stock 18" using this kit can tell me if there's any wiggle room with their 18s to where a 17" wheel might fit.

[Mav]

Ive been relocating cross country and ordered this a couple months back. It was on backorder (which I understand), but I've since received it and it's currently in place w/ a full size tire! Woohoo! No more sweating long trips. Thanks!

[firstdue]

Greg, I am assuming these are still available? and is the $145 price still good? Thanks!

[Greg@PacePerformance]

Yes the $145 is the current price for members and are still available.

[firstdue]

Thanks! Mine is scheduled to arrive on Monday!!

[Doc]

Ordered today, let's see how long it takes.

[texn884]

Ordered mine today hopes it ships Monday.

[silentW]

Like Norm, I got a new full size spare (matching 19" rim and tire) that fits perfectly in the trunk tire well. Now, I have the security of having a full size matching spare during my long trips, I do the 5 tire rotation at 6K miles (with the oil change), and the price was only about 1/2 the price of a new rim and tire (not counting the TPMS). In my view, its a very practical way to go. By the way, under the full sizer in the trunk, there is plenty of room for a GM scissor jack, the air compressor/inflator, and other emergency odds and ends.

~silentW
Upper Marlboro MD

[Tripower]

Yes the $145 is the current price for members and are still available.

How do you have to order to get the $145 deal? The website lists the kit at $156. Thanks.

[RyeLou]

How do you have to order to get the $145 deal? The website lists the kit at $156. Thanks.

Ditto.

Does it fit inside a factory 18" if we use that as a spare?

[Seattle09GT]

Ditto.

Does it fit inside a factory 18" if we use that as a spare?

Yes - no issues - see the photo essay in this thread.

[RyeLou]

Yes - no issues - see the photo essay in this thread.

Figures...I got to about page 4 and skipped to the end when I didn't see anything. Thanks for the write up.

[Tripower]

Ditto.

Does it fit inside a factory 18" if we use that as a spare?

See sticky from Greg at the top of this section on ordering with the discount.

[Greg@PacePerformance]

Thanks for answering Tripower

[usmc-nav]

I got mine in about a week ago. It fits perfectly under the stock 19" rim and tire. I agree, as others have said, that a spare should have came with the car. We had a puncture about 150 miles from home and were able to get it repaired but really like to have a "real " spare back there.

[Tripower]

Thanks for answering Tripower

No problem - Order placed for the spare kit!

[Rubbabubi]

I received my spare tire kit and GXP diffuser a couple days ago and I am very happy with the quality and fast shipment of the parts. I also wanted to mention because a few people have asked, but the spare tire kit WILL work with a 17" wheel over it. I just put one of my 17" winter wheels over it and it fits perfect!

[Sanandreyas70]

Hi, do you know if this kit will fit with a 19 inch full size wheel and tire in the spare tire place in the trunk? My car is a G8GT 2009 model.

Thanks,
Sandra :)

[74SJ]

Hi, do you know if this kit will fit with a 19 inch full size wheel and tire in the spare tire place in the trunk? My car is a G8GT 2009 model.

Thanks,
Sandra :)

Yes, Fits perfectly, I have purchased 2 from Greg.

[74SJ]

Here's some pic's installed with 19" wheel

[bg8seanlee]

pm sent about it

[Sanandreyas70]

Hi, i would like to order one of these tire kits. I have a 2009 G8GT.
Thanks,
Sandra Holloway

[macvicar24]

Has anyone tried this kit with a Camaro 20" x 8" or 20" x 9"? Just curious if either fit.


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[Seattle09GT]

Has anyone tried this kit with a Camaro 20" x 8" or 20" x 9"? Just curious if either fit.

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If the O.D. is darn close to the stock G8 GT O.D. I would guess there is a better than fair chance it will fit. There is still room to spare (no pun intended) with a 19" wheel with stock rubber.

You could always jack up your G8, take one of your 20" rims in there and see if it fits, the jack will certainly fit under the rim give the larger I.D. of the 20" rim (versus a 17" 18" and 19" which all fit around the jack and allow the cover to fully close).

If I was looking for a Camaro rim spare for my G8 and found that it fit, I would probably go with the 8" width rim; it won't sit as "tall" in the trunk and I am going to ASS-U-ME it is a bit lighter.

[macvicar24]

If the O.D. is darn close to the stock G8 GT O.D. I would guess there is a better than fair chance it will fit. There is still room to spare (no pun intended) with a 19" wheel with stock rubber.

You could always jack up your G8, take one of your 20" rims in there and see if it fits, the jack will certainly fit under the rim give the larger I.D. of the 20" rim (versus a 17" 18" and 19" which all fit around the jack and allow the cover to fully close).

If I was looking for a Camaro rim spare for my G8 and found that it fit, I would probably go with the 8" width rim; it won't sit as "tall" in the trunk and I am going to ASS-U-ME it is a bit lighter.

Yes the 8 is lighter. Thank you. I am going to try this.


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[nick]

FYI, the pricing adverstised in this thread is no longer valid. I placed my order with Pace and noted my grrrr8.net userid in the comments section of my order as instructed and my card was still charged the full amount. I emailed them this morning asking for a correction and received the following response:

Hello Nick,
I'm sorry but the price on the parts in this kit has gradually gone over the past few years and the current price on this kit is $208.95, We are not able to offer any further club discount on this kit. The original post was from 2010, I'm having Greg update the post now to reflect current pricing. I cannot give you any kind of refund.
Mark

An attempt to contact me prior to processing the order at full price would have been much appreciated, or working out something with me instead of a 'sorry' email. In tandem to that, correcting the thread for any future purchasers would probably have been a better way to handle the situation, but alas. Just beware potential buyers, there are no discounts for members of this board on this kit and presumably any other items like the rear diffuser etc. You will be paying full price!!! Hopefully we can work something out cordially. I fail to see how I am left responsible for Pace not updating or maintaining its promotional offers/specials.

[Chewy]

Well, prices DO go up over the course of two years. I do understand where YOU are coming from though.


I realize you had a bad experience with Pace, but I've bought quite a bit from them and been VERY happy. I deal solely with Greg though.

Chris

[MIEngineer]

You can't blame them for a price increase.

This thread is old and they are still cheaper than a few other places or buying parts at a dealer direct for the most part, few exceptions.

However, if they did not update the site and charge you full price not listed without contacting you...you should have the right to cancel an order. I was given a small refund when a company made a mistake, it wasn't even $5 but still...I did not even ask for it.

Did you wait until you got billed, see it at checkout and still did the order or?

[Bill Brollier]

Nick, sorry for your bad experience. I forget that not everyone just "goes to Greg" for Pace products. Consider me lazy, but I e-mail Greg (or PM him) when something is needed that Pace MIGHT have! He has always furnished excellent service and good advice. Of course this does not change the "bad taste" in you mouth--but since Pace generally has really good prices, it may help you have a good (and money saving experience) should you choose to use them again.