Run flat fix?
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Run flat fix?
I just found out that my rear right tire is flat, i didnt have enough time to go around and ask for qoutes, but i did stop after work in a tire kindom if they can fix the flat (my main consern was the sensor- i wanted to make sure they know how to fix the flat without destroying the presure sensore), anyway the guy at the tire kindom place said that in 9 out of 10 times trying to fix a flat on a run flat, the tire rips while trying to remove it from the rim, and it requires buying a new tire (or 2 in my case- they are getting old, and i dont want to run on one new and one old tire in the rear).
like i said, i didnt have time to go around to other tire stores to ask if its right, so before i do, can anyone here verify if what the guy told me is true, or does he just trying to sell me some new tires?
like i said, i didnt have time to go around to other tire stores to ask if its right, so before i do, can anyone here verify if what the guy told me is true, or does he just trying to sell me some new tires?
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There's no problem with taking them off the rims. I still have half tread on my OEM runflats and I'm saving them as spares.
The main issue with a fix is whether its damaged the sidewall. If the nail went in through the tread it's fixable.
I'd say find a dealer who isn't trying to
you.
Mind you, if the tires are worn it could be time to go for a new set.
The main issue with a fix is whether its damaged the sidewall. If the nail went in through the tread it's fixable.
I'd say find a dealer who isn't trying to
you.Mind you, if the tires are worn it could be time to go for a new set.
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Originally Posted by levorr
I just found out that my rear right tire is flat, i didnt have enough time to go around and ask for qoutes, but i did stop after work in a tire kindom if they can fix the flat (my main consern was the sensor- i wanted to make sure they know how to fix the flat without destroying the presure sensore), anyway the guy at the tire kindom place said that in 9 out of 10 times trying to fix a flat on a run flat, the tire rips while trying to remove it from the rim, and it requires buying a new tire (or 2 in my case- they are getting old, and i dont want to run on one new and one old tire in the rear).
like i said, i didnt have time to go around to other tire stores to ask if its right, so before i do, can anyone here verify if what the guy told me is true, or does he just trying to sell me some new tires?
like i said, i didnt have time to go around to other tire stores to ask if its right, so before i do, can anyone here verify if what the guy told me is true, or does he just trying to sell me some new tires?
He wants your money.
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Dependant upon the age and condition of your tire...
Although the tire sidewall is somewhat more stout, especially considering it's a low profile tire, if the tire shop utilizes enough care, diligence, as well as an adequate amount of tire soap, then they should be able to dismount it from the rim portion of the wheel without ripping the bead.
Personally, if a tire shop told me what they told you, I'd look elsewhere for a more qualified tire shop to perform the work.
Although the tire sidewall is somewhat more stout, especially considering it's a low profile tire, if the tire shop utilizes enough care, diligence, as well as an adequate amount of tire soap, then they should be able to dismount it from the rim portion of the wheel without ripping the bead.
Personally, if a tire shop told me what they told you, I'd look elsewhere for a more qualified tire shop to perform the work.
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Originally Posted by Mr.DJ
Dependant upon the age and condition of your tire...
Although the tire sidewall is somewhat more stout, especially considering it's a low profile tire, if the tire shop utilizes enough care, diligence, as well as an adequate amount of tire soap, then they should be able to dismount it from the rim portion of the wheel without ripping the bead.
Personally, if a tire shop told me what they told you, I'd look elsewhere for a more qualified tire shop to perform the work.
Although the tire sidewall is somewhat more stout, especially considering it's a low profile tire, if the tire shop utilizes enough care, diligence, as well as an adequate amount of tire soap, then they should be able to dismount it from the rim portion of the wheel without ripping the bead.
Personally, if a tire shop told me what they told you, I'd look elsewhere for a more qualified tire shop to perform the work.
I work at a tire shop, and I can say it IS more difficult to demount runflats due to there stiff sidewalls, but it definitely is possible with care. Also, the sensors are not a problem if the tech knows where they're at and not put the "shovel" on the valve stem to break the sidewall seal!
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The guy at the tire store is just trying to sell you tires, that's all. I've had a number of runflats repaired and never a problem.
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Originally Posted by gja
I had a nail in the middle of my tread, which caused me to lose 1psi per day.
Just Tires (a franchise owned by goodyear) was able to repair it for $50.
Just Tires (a franchise owned by goodyear) was able to repair it for $50.
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If you take the tire off the car, my local tire guy doesn't charge anyone for a plug fix, whether you bought tires from him or not. Just good business!!
I had 2-3 of my old GY runflats plugged. No problems!
I had 2-3 of my old GY runflats plugged. No problems!
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You guys sound WAY optimistic to me. Nobody would touch mine. All said "Goodyear doesn't recommend repairing them". My flat (not sidewall) cost bout' $300 to repair (by replacement of course). Sounds like liability issues to me.
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A local Kaufmann (spelling?) is my vote
Prices on tires havent been to much higher than elsewhere.
They seem to have employees that know what they are doing.
Last time around they asked if i had jacking plates i prefered them to use...
They have refused to simply jack one side, insisted on putting the car on the lift (unless i was in a hurry and insisted otherwise) to remove and patch a simple nail. Not sure but he mentioned they no longer use plugs .. they remove all tires from the rim and patch it from the inside ...
But i have yet to have them charge me for fixing flats.
I know a few places that will fixem no charge for tires you bought there, but since im in the system zero even for the wifes car that hasn't gotten its new set of shoes since leaving the dealer.
Not sure if all the shops are like that ... or just this one .... but the local one has my business.
Prices on tires havent been to much higher than elsewhere.
They seem to have employees that know what they are doing.
Last time around they asked if i had jacking plates i prefered them to use...
They have refused to simply jack one side, insisted on putting the car on the lift (unless i was in a hurry and insisted otherwise) to remove and patch a simple nail. Not sure but he mentioned they no longer use plugs .. they remove all tires from the rim and patch it from the inside ...
But i have yet to have them charge me for fixing flats.
I know a few places that will fixem no charge for tires you bought there, but since im in the system zero even for the wifes car that hasn't gotten its new set of shoes since leaving the dealer.
Not sure if all the shops are like that ... or just this one .... but the local one has my business.
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Originally Posted by bozo4onion
You guys sound WAY optimistic to me. Nobody would touch mine. All said "Goodyear doesn't recommend repairing them". My flat (not sidewall) cost bout' $300 to repair (by replacement of course). Sounds like liability issues to me.
If I was planning to do a lot of high speed driving, like at the track, I'd definitely go for replacement. But for normal driving, a quick plug works fine.
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Originally Posted by filmelf
Had 1/4 inch bolt go through one of mine discount tire fixed it with no $10.00.
Find a better place, those guys would probably screw up your rim too.
$10.00.Find a better place, those guys would probably screw up your rim too.
or was it the glue
and spin balance...even torgued the lugs and had the torgue checked by another....$25 well spent in my book