Does anyone have a picture of a Yeti with an external spare wheel enclosure?

If so I would be interested to know where they can be purchased and if the fitting is a professional job how much it costs.

Can't find one through Google.

Are you certain that someone actually makes one?

EDIT

Having looked through the thread where this was discussed, I was under the impression that it was thought to be unfeasable.

Edited 5 April, 201016 yr by Llanigraham

Can't find one through Google.

Are you certain that someone actually makes one?

EDIT

Having looked through the thread where this was discussed, I was under the impression that it was thought to be unfeasable.

I would LOVE This option if it existed as I can't carry one in the boot due to the huge size of my dog which needs all the boot space that's available!

I would LOVE This option if it existed as I can't carry one in the boot due to the huge size of my dog which needs all the boot space that's available!

These people do aftermarket spare wheel carriers for a number of other makes, might be worth asking them if they can do one for the Yeti My link

As you've go no boot space anyway because of the size of your dog what about getting a roofbox and keeping the spare wheel in it?

Stewart

I'm thinking now this!!!

With a top-hinged tailgate you would need something like this My link and note that this is for an *extra* spare wheel. Relocating the existing spare will just give you a very deep boot with a high sill. And I wouldn't fancy the weight of a spare wheel in a roof box. Time to buy a Superb Combi...

Having looked at various places and spoken to a friend in the trade he says.......forget it!!

Firstly anything added would have to be tested to conform with EEC Regs, and he thinks the market would be too small to even consider it, and secondly he doubts whether there would be anything strong enough to mount a "swing-away" to. The ones like that shown in mbrocks link are mounted directly to the chassis, and the Yeti doesn't have one. It would not be possible to fit it to the hatch, as it would be much too heavy for the supports and the hinges.

Having looked at various places and spoken to a friend in the trade he says.......forget it!!

Firstly anything added would have to be tested to conform with EEC Regs, and he thinks the market would be too small to even consider it, and secondly he doubts whether there would be anything strong enough to mount a "swing-away" to. The ones like that shown in mbrocks link are mounted directly to the chassis, and the Yeti doesn't have one. It would not be possible to fit it to the hatch, as it would be much too heavy for the supports and the hinges.

Thanks Graham - I looked at a few of the options and wondered where the number plate could be relocated as the manufacturers display position is I think intended to keep it central high and clean!

The space occupied by the spare wheel could be better utilised for larger dogs or even maybe wheelchairs etc for the disabled.

If we decide to follow Skoda's concept that carrying a spare wheel is wasteful of resources (and space!) then what steps will be taken by Skoda Rescue to ensure prompt continuation of a journey in case of a puncture that cannot be sealed by the emergency kit or even total tyre burst. Are there any reliable statistics to support Skoda's contention a spare wheel is not necessary?

We have thoughts that instead of a quick one hour job with a spare wheel (if one calls RAC or AA) that without a spare one would need a tow to the nearest garage and maybe a long wait until a new tyre arrives. This could be horrendous if out of normal working hours.

If we decide to follow Skoda's concept that carrying a spare wheel is wasteful of resources (and space!) then what steps will be taken by Skoda Rescue to ensure prompt continuation of a journey in case of a puncture that cannot be sealed by the emergency kit or even total tyre burst. Are there any reliable statistics to support Skoda's contention a spare wheel is not necessary?

Not having a spare is not a Skoda specific idea, but a general trend. Other brands do it as well. The drive is cost svaing and weight saving to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

Carrying the spare in the standard position is preferable to any of the externmal schemes IMHO. If you really need the boot space - as for a long vacation trip, you can get a carrier to fit over the triler hook. If you really need the boot space on a daily basis, then the SM is not the right vehicle. Superb Combi might just be the trick - is available in 4WD if you want.