Tires
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2nd Gear
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Tires
I resently purchased a 2001 Corvette. I desperately need tires. I got a good price on Firestone FireHawks. My question is this; does anyone have experience with this tire and what to do if you get a flat? It has been suggested to carry a bottle of that flat tire sealer but I'm concern about the tire pressure sensor in the wheel.... any suggestions?
Le Mans Master
Joined: Mar 2003
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From: Noblesville Indiana
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St. Jude Donor '03-'04-'05
Many members run the Firehawks and most of them have really good things to say about them. Do you have the run-flat version? If so, you don't need to do anything if you get a flat - as far as tire sealer. I believe with the Firestone, you can travel 50 miles at 55 mph with a flat tire, so you can just drive it (if necessary) to a local tire store and have them fix it or replace it. And yes, tire sealer will mess up the sensors.
Race Director
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Downers Grove IL
St. Jude Donor '15
Tire Rack has a Continental Tire "ContiComfortKit" which has everything you need to fix a flat. I've read on here that their sealant will not harm your sensors. Maybe someone who has purchased it can chime in with some info.
