So, thanks to all the info the community has supplied, I am working on an inexpensive solution to the spare issue. It turns out, there are many cars that have the correct bolt pattern for the spare. I only have left to figure which ones have the correct bore,,,,
this kit lists a different tire than the one I have on tire rack: T125/70R18 vs (TR)125/80R17.
I wonder if the listed bolt pattern from this kit (5×114.3MM) is correct
UPDATE: The dealer sent me a text that said:
The manufacturer couldn't fulfill all off our orders so we will have to try again next month.
Any idea what he is saying?
Feels like "we are not making enough money on you, so we sent you to the end of the line".
Has anyone looked into buying a spare? its crazy that the space is there, but they don't include it...
Was thinking of getting one from a salvage yard. I'm would think one from a Civic would fit...