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mcgarrett · 12-13-2022, 11:43 AM

Trying to increase my knowledge base of Model A Roadsters and have learned a lot about them here on the Barn thanks to many of you. I have a '30 Deluxe Roadster and have been comparing my car with others to get an idea of the way Ford specified them to be built. I've noticed spare tires mounted on the drivers side, passenger side, both sides, and on the rear. Was there a specified location from the factory that was considered standard for the 1930 Roadster, or did Ford offer a choice of spare tire locations? For example, if a customer wanted to have the dealer install an accessory trunk that would necessitate a change in location from the rear mount. Maybe this has been covered before, but would appreciate any feedback.

12-13-2022, 11:43 AM	#1
mcgarrett Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Corsicana, Texas Posts: 1,306	Where to put the spare? Trying to increase my knowledge base of Model A Roadsters and have learned a lot about them here on the Barn thanks to many of you. I have a '30 Deluxe Roadster and have been comparing my car with others to get an idea of the way Ford specified them to be built. I've noticed spare tires mounted on the drivers side, passenger side, both sides, and on the rear. Was there a specified location from the factory that was considered standard for the 1930 Roadster, or did Ford offer a choice of spare tire locations? For example, if a customer wanted to have the dealer install an accessory trunk that would necessitate a change in location from the rear mount. Maybe this has been covered before, but would appreciate any feedback.