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Received the email that my new G was built. Awaiting shipment across the big pond. Pretty stoked, actually...
I definitely plan to remove the spare tire upon receipt of my new G. Removing the spare/cover will make the use of the boot more user friendly. I will also gain an unencumbered view out back. Washing the ride will also be easier without the spare tire/cover. Win/win in my eyes.
In light of the above, can anyone assist me in identifying the size of the spare tire bolts/holes which are attached to the rear hatch?
Has anyone found a solution to cover the three bolt holes that will be visible upon removal of the spare tire/cover? What works in covering up and thus would eliminate any potential rusting of my rear hatch? I figure, if I can cover the bolt holes with either smaller in length bolts or some other idea, then perhaps I can prevent rain/water from penetrating into the cavity of the rear hatch, thereby preventing any rust issues/concerns.
Looking forward to seeing if anyone else has done this. Google search and a search on this forum was fruitless. Pls share your successes/ideas...
I just went to the local auto-parts store and picked up a set of "GM Plastic Body Plugs" it came with a set of a few different sizes. One of them fit the hole near perfectly, was a tad loose, so just wrapped a couple layers of electrical tape around it and popped it in there. There is also a rubber grommet that sits around each hole as well so I left that there. Ultimately I will probably get the rear door filled, shaved, and painted so it is smooth, but I have no concerns about rust, water leakage, etc. as it is now.
Going to audition this look tomorrow, definitely not a fan of the chrome disk on the back. Looking to tie down the spare in the rear for the time being.
After taking off the spare cover I am now a fan of the naked rear tire look. Even cool with it being in the current orientation its in. May consider a flip kit down the road, or look at the storage containers that are made to fit in that space.
Received the email that my new G was built. Awaiting shipment across the big pond. Pretty stoked, actually...
I definitely plan to remove the spare tire upon receipt of my new G. Removing the spare/cover will make the use of the boot more user friendly. I will also gain an unencumbered view out back. Washing the ride will also be easier without the spare tire/cover. Win/win in my eyes.
In light of the above, can anyone assist me in identifying the size of the spare tire bolts/holes which are attached to the rear hatch?
Has anyone found a solution to cover the three bolt holes that will be visible upon removal of the spare tire/cover? What works in covering up and thus would eliminate any potential rusting of my rear hatch? I figure, if I can cover the bolt holes with either smaller in length bolts or some other idea, then perhaps I can prevent rain/water from penetrating into the cavity of the rear hatch, thereby preventing any rust issues/concerns.
Looking forward to seeing if anyone else has done this. Google search and a search on this forum was fruitless. Pls share your successes/ideas...
TIA,
BB
iam going to try mercedes
spare tire sticker to cover holes top hole install backup camera
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