There is a relatively cheap solution to possibly having a spare that slowly lost its air over a long neglect period. A cheapie compressor! I keep one on board at all times. A car tire takes a while, but its better than being stuck. Works good on the sons' bike tiresa and soccer balls, too. :-)

Evan Mac Donald

1984 Wolfburg
1985 GL 7 Pass.
1991 Carat Weekender
1972 Chevy P/U
1993 Bonneville