Keep your spare tire protected and show some patriotic style. The ADCO 01-1849 Size I spare tire cover delivers serious UV and weather protection in a heavy-duty vinyl shell with a soft flannel inner liner -- designed to fit snugly over 28-inch spare tires on trailers, RVs, campers, and tow vehicles.
Exposed spare tires face constant punishment from UV radiation, rain, road grime, and temperature swings. Dry rot, cracking sidewalls, and sun-bleached rubber are common results of leaving a spare uncovered -- and a failed spare at the worst moment is a serious problem on the road.
The ADCO 01-1849 is built to address all of that. The heavy-duty soft vinyl exterior sheds moisture and blocks UV, while the elasticized hollow bead PVC welt cord keeps the cover locked in place even at highway speeds. Inside, a flannel poly-cotton liner protects the tire surface and rim from abrasion.
High-quality soft vinyl exterior resists UV degradation, cracking, and moisture intrusion in all weather conditions.
Soft inner liner contacts the tire and rim directly, preventing abrasion and trapping heat that could damage the rubber.
PVC hollow bead bungee-style welt cord provides a snug, tailored fit -- easier to install and longer-lasting than plain elastic bands.
Reinforced nylon thread stitching on all seams prevents splitting under stretch or stress, maintaining a neat appearance over time.
ADCO sizes their tire covers by the overall diameter of the mounted spare -- that means the full diameter including the rim and inflated rubber, measured straight across the face of the tire. The Size I designation fits a 28-inch diameter spare tire.
This cover is sold individually and fits one spare tire. It is not intended for use as a driving tire cover or for tires mounted on the vehicle during operation.
UV exposure is the primary cause of sidewall cracking and rubber degradation on stored or trailered spare tires. ADCO's vinyl construction reflects sunlight and physically blocks UV rays from reaching the rubber. Combined with the moisture-shedding exterior, the cover protects against the full range of outdoor exposure -- sun, rain, road spray, and temperature cycling.
The 01-1849 features a white base with a printed US Flag graphic -- a popular choice for patriotic RVers and campers. The design is integrated into the vinyl face panel, not a stick-on decal. The flannel-lined interior keeps the clean white exterior facing outward without contact marks.