Space saver kit

[BTandSid]

I’ve acquired a space saver from a member on here but need to get myself a wheel brace, jack etc. Rather than the ‘cross-shaped’ brace I’d prefer getting a single bar that might also allow me to attach the locking wheel nut, if such a bar exists; I believe the wheel nuts on my 19in Vega rims are 17mm. 

If anyone’s been in the same boat, needing brace and jack I’d welcome a heads-up on what you bought. Skoda I believe do a complete kit but am reluctant to shell out £80+ for it if there’s a cheaper option.
 

[Liger1956]

We have something like this in both our cars https://www.screwfix.com/p/rac-telescopic-wheel-wrench-17-19mm .

 

The locking wheel nut key fits into the 17mm socket and provided that you are careful and press the key into the bolt it works well. It has a good moment arm to get undone wheel bolts that have been done up stupidly tight by fast fit places.

[survey]

I have a kit available. It's off a Skoda Yeti. Pm me for details (Abingdon, Oxford)

[BoxerBoy]

I'll second the extending bar.

 

Almost essential these days for removing wheel bolts.  Apart from the obvious - it's easier. And the piece of bent tin the car makers provide is rubbish.

 

I carry one in each of our cars.

 

Don't use all your strength on an extended bar for tightening though.  Unless your under 16 🙂