[Redltd]

Just picked-up a spare tire kit. Enormous box and CND$ 560!!! It comes with a jack and the mounting hardware.

Interestingly, it includes a set of instructions for installing the spare in the rear cavity, but only shows how to remove the special inflator and its custom cover plate. (see attachment).
No mention of the vacuum unit. I will maybe undo a few screws from the vacuum to see if it can be extracted without too much trouble.
I am sure that the basic van is made to enable all the possible options to be fitted.
Tony

 

[generaltso]

That's because the kit is really made for vehicles that come with no spare and no vacuum. I'm sure the vacuum can be removed, but not completely sure that the correct mounting points will be there once it is taken out. Definitely keep us posted!

 

[Redltd]

I am surprised that there is an option with no spare AND no vacuum. I thought its was either one or the other. Really cost-cutting on vehicles with neither.


Tony

 

[generaltso]

Yeah, the spare tire is an option on lower trim levels, which really is silly since there's room for it and the vehicle doesn't have run-flat tires.

 

[Redltd]

Well, I did it! My Limited now has no vacuum, but it does have a spare tire.


Details here


Chrysler Pacifica Limited


Tony

 

[generaltso]

Nice work!

 

[BrettP]

Very nice DIY set of pictures Redltd. I learned a lot about how my vacuum fits together back there.

Does anyone know what is behind the plastic on the other side (passenger side) back there? It must be something important since they make us chose between spare tire and vac on the drivers side.

Are you also going to order plastic panels to hide the Vacuum power switch and other end of the vacuum hose next to the 2nd row seat?

 

[naughtyca]

Well, I did it! My Limited now has no vacuum, but it does have a spare tire.


Details here


Chrysler Pacifica Limited


Tony

So can i remove my spare tire and put a vacuum there? i rather have the vacuum than the spare tire? we could have swapped lol

 

[cue003]

Well, I did it! My Limited now has no vacuum, but it does have a spare tire.


Details here


Chrysler Pacifica Limited


Tony

Congrats Tony. Since you had to cut away those two pieces I assume that this mod is not reversible. Good work. So what happens to the vacuum power button and opening at the 2nd row location?

 

[Redltd]

OK.
To reply to naughtyca, Our rationale is that the once or twice a year we vacuum the van, we will always be at home, and we have a very good vacuum here (Kirby). Conversely, flat tires always occur in the most unlikely places, and although we have Roadside Assistance, we feel it is better to be able to deal with a flat ourselves. Plus, the repair procedure by removing the valve stem and injecting gunk does not appeal plus it would not fix sidewall holes. I am from the old school that feels more comfortable with a spare.


Cue003. Actually, the swap could be reversed. The sections of plastic removed are not vital and could be re-attached. They are just to hold the vacuum pipe in place. I am not too bothered about the front openings at this stage, but will investigate Mopar to see if covers are available. I assume they must be, as vehicles without the vacuum must have them?


Tony

 

[Damoncaravanman]

Redltd do you want to sell the vacuum set up? I might be interested...

 

[Redltd]

Damon. Could be interested, but shipping from Canada may be an issue, cost, etc.


Tony

 

[PlymouthRocks]

Isn't it a ripoff not getting a spare tire!!!!!!!!
I have bot 21 cars and always got spare.
A ripoff!!!!!!!#-

 

[generaltso]

Isn't it a ripoff not getting a spare tire!!!!!!!!

You can get a spare. It's just an option instead of standard.

 

[BlueTouring]

Everyone here have valid points and it depends on one's situation which option is better. My tire changing days are over and don't want to strain myself ever again. I have roadside assistance and AAA Premium Membership and if I have a problem just tow it to where I request. That spare is quite costly and I guess not too many things are cheap anymore. We will anxiously await the aftermarket goodies when they become available.

 

[Dodgezilla04]

I am buying a spare for ours. We have nationwide towing with USAA but I'd rather not wait if I can spend 10 minutes changing it out.

 

[Dodgezilla04]

Got my spare tire kit yesterday and it easily fits in the passenger side stow and go well. My Wife likes the vacuum so removing it was not an option.

 

[8BitChrysler]

More info? Pictures?

 

[generaltso]

More info? Pictures?

More info with a picture here -->http://www.pacificaforums.com/forum/393-interior/2306-would-spare-tire-fit-stow-n-go-well-3.html#post32682

 

[kryptik-pacifica]

The dealer I bought my Pacifica from just sent me a 15% coupon for parts and accessories this morning. I'm checking to see if I can apply it to the spare tire kit. If so, I will fit it into the Stow-N-Go for where the baby seat is installed since I can never stow that seat anyhow with the baby in her seat into the compartment... haha!