1956 Spare Tire Modern Donut

[grubin]

Question. I want to get a modern donut spare for the 56. Just to get me into a safe place or home without having to disassemble the continental Kit. Can someone guide me what exactly to buy that will fit. Any information will be greatly appreciated

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[ICON 56]

For a 1956 Thunderbird, you need a donut spare tire with a 5 on 4.5-inch (or 5x4.5") bolt pattern. The 5x4.5-inch pattern is also known in metric measurements as 5x114.3mm.
Finding a compatible spare can be a bit challenging, but you have a few options:

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[Ronaldo]

I purchased one on ebay for my 1955-
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It will say Spare Tire 17’’ Fits: 2006-2011 Lincoln Town Car Compact Donut.