I'm sure this is a stupid question but how do you crank down the spare tire in a 303?
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I'm sure this is a stupid question but how do you crank down the spare tire in a 303?
Through a hole in the passenger side skirt just behind the wheels, at least that is where it is on our 337.
Lostincanada and Jahna
AKA Derek and Tatjana plus our pups Shadow and Nani
2012 Ram 2500
2015 Reflection 337 #814
Hailing from Southern Ontario Canada
But does the tire come all the way down? We are looking at it and the tire will crank down a little and then crank right back up! What's the deal?
The cable is probably jammed up... it should go all the way to the ground. Crank to lowest point and pull on the tire or jar it some how to un-jam.
Jim (& Sharon)
2015 GD Momentum 385TH w/ Joy Rider shocks, Sailun 637s & 3" Garage extension.
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Had the same problem on our 303 when we got it. I lowered the spare as far as I could, onto blocks on a furniture dolly so I could unhook the spare from the cable and then sort out the cable jam. BTW, this is one "really inexpensive" tire lift mechanism. If you turn the spare over and load it valve down, you will be able to check spare tire pressure without lowering it.
Rob
Cate & Rob
(with Border Collies Molly & Angel and their kitty Gracie)
2015 Reflection 303RLS #792
2014 F150 EcoBoost 4x4 Crewcab with Max Tow and Heavy Payload pkgs
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
Rob, the first thing I did when we picked up our 337 was to flip the spare so I could check it. I'm not sure why manufacturers install the tire with the valve up, but it was the same way on my last two pick up trucks.
So something being kicked up won't accidentally break off the valve stem.Originally Posted by TucsonJim
Paul "Poppy" and Deb Cervone
2015 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS
SteadyFast Stabilizers; MORryde PIN box; Onan LP Generator with 50amp Automatic Transfer; Dual 6v Trojan T-105 Batteries; Victron BMV700 Battery Monitor System; Renogy Solar 400 watts (tilting roof mounts); Renogy 40 amp Rover MPPT controller; Remote Controlled 1000w Pure Sine Wave Inverter; Sailun S637 ST235/85/R16 tires; Sony, Samsung Entertainment System; Residential Kitchen Faucet and Soap Dispenser; Smart Tile; Lifted and balanced with Trailer Axle Blocks; upgraded to 3500# spring packs; Titan electric / hydraulic Disc Brakes; LED rear tail/stop/turn lights; Exterior Beer Bottle Opener; Lots More .....
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1955 Buick Century; 64 Buick Wildcat Nailhead 401 cu in / 325 hp; ST400
Good time to install the TPMS valve cap
John, Susan & Luke
2015 Reflection 303 RLS #867
Bakersfield, CA
Hi Poppy,
I've heard that theory too . . . but I think this is very low probability, particularly with the spare close behind the rear axle.
How many owners will lower the spare to check air pressure ? I suspect this has an equally low probability.
A TPMS sensor on the spare is a great idea ! I added one when I got my TPMS.
Rob
Cate & Rob
(with Border Collies Molly & Angel and their kitty Gracie)
2015 Reflection 303RLS #792
2014 F150 EcoBoost 4x4 Crewcab with Max Tow and Heavy Payload pkgs
Whitby, Ontario, Canada
I never thought of adding a sensor to the spare but I think it's a great idea! Gotta order one before our big trip this year.
Paul "Poppy" and Deb Cervone
2015 Grand Design Reflection 337RLS
SteadyFast Stabilizers; MORryde PIN box; Onan LP Generator with 50amp Automatic Transfer; Dual 6v Trojan T-105 Batteries; Victron BMV700 Battery Monitor System; Renogy Solar 400 watts (tilting roof mounts); Renogy 40 amp Rover MPPT controller; Remote Controlled 1000w Pure Sine Wave Inverter; Sailun S637 ST235/85/R16 tires; Sony, Samsung Entertainment System; Residential Kitchen Faucet and Soap Dispenser; Smart Tile; Lifted and balanced with Trailer Axle Blocks; upgraded to 3500# spring packs; Titan electric / hydraulic Disc Brakes; LED rear tail/stop/turn lights; Exterior Beer Bottle Opener; Lots More .....
2016 GMC Denali 3500HD SRW Duramax/Allison CC 4x4; Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Hitch; Tire Minder TPMS; Husky in bed Low Profile Tool Box; Timbren SES
2007 Corvette Atomic Orange Z51; with Too Much to List SOLD
2009 Cadillac CTS; Bone Stock
1955 Buick Century; 64 Buick Wildcat Nailhead 401 cu in / 325 hp; ST400
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