Dealership says have to replace tire???
07-23-2018, 03:22 AM
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Dealership says have to replace tire???
2019 corvette Z06 rear tire. I got a small screw in the middle of the tire (through the tread) only 3,000 km on the car. Tires still like new. The dealership refused to patch or plug it. They said I need a brand new tire. I cant see why the tire cant be patched or plugged. They said that the tire has a special coating on the inside and cant be patched. I said please plug it. They said they cant, the plug will come out. I just cant see why they cant plug it. Can I plug the tire myself? Are they just trying to sell me a new tire? Any help with this would be really appreciated.
07-23-2018, 06:39 AM
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If you don't believe the dealer take the tire to a Goodyear or Firestone tire shop and see what they say. I seriously doubt the dealer is saying that just to sell you a tire. But there is a slight chance that he knows what he is talking about and knows that the tire shouldn't be patched or plugged due to liability.
07-23-2018, 07:14 AM
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If the screw is in the sidewall then no the tire should not be repaired. If the screw is of a very large diameter, then the tire can not be patched from the inside.
the tire can only be driven a maximum of 50 miles with no air otherwise they need need to be replaced.
they are runflats so just drive to a reputable tire store and have them patch the tire.
https://www.google.com/search?q=can+...obile&ie=UTF-8
the inside patches are so good today that as long as the hole is not on the side wall or of a large diameter...they are fine.
you can contact Michelin or the tire stores and they will tell you.
some car dealer service departments are not so honest.....
id pull the car if you don’t trust them.
the tire can only be driven a maximum of 50 miles with no air otherwise they need need to be replaced.
they are runflats so just drive to a reputable tire store and have them patch the tire.
https://www.google.com/search?q=can+...obile&ie=UTF-8
the inside patches are so good today that as long as the hole is not on the side wall or of a large diameter...they are fine.
you can contact Michelin or the tire stores and they will tell you.
some car dealer service departments are not so honest.....
id pull the car if you don’t trust them.
Last edited by JerriVette; 07-23-2018 at 07:19 AM.
07-23-2018, 07:28 AM
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My neighbor and very good friend owns a Firestone store. He refused to patch a tire on my wife's WS6. He said he couldn't take the liability. Spend the money for a new tire.
07-23-2018, 08:06 AM
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All dealership going the same way, of not being responsible, if something happens after they repair the tire, want it plugged do it yourself.
The dealership I worked for also didn't plug tires, replace tire, yes.
The dealership I worked for also didn't plug tires, replace tire, yes.
07-23-2018, 08:13 AM
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they dont want to be responsible. Ive had tires patched AND plugged at different times but never in the same tire. Ive had plugs in my rears for so many yeats Ive forgotten they were there BUT I dont race or approach my cars capabilities just nprmal driving. If your going to put your foot in it then a new tire is the way to goClif
07-23-2018, 08:18 AM
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Buy a plug kit and do it yourself. I carry a plug kit with me and wouldn't hesitate to use it , I plugged 2 tires (OEM Goodyear) and the plugs held fine for over a year until I bought new tires. Now if you drive the car hard into corners or spin the tires I MIGHT think about a plug but if you drive the car normally go for the plug. Only reason dealer or shops won't do it is because of the liability.
07-23-2018, 10:52 AM
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The dealer just doesn't want the liability. A small hole in the middle of the tire should be able to be safely plugged from inside the tire. Runflat tires are not easy to dismount and remount because of how stiff the sidewalls are. Tire shops will often shy away from repairing these because if they rip the tire bead, they are on the hook for a $500+ tire. Also a much higher risk of scratching a wheel. Just not worth whatever they charge for a flat repair fee to take on all that risk. My 2 cents, buy the new tire. At least the mileage is so low you shouldn't need to replace both rears. I'd keep the old tire and go ahead have it repaired just to have a spare on hand in a pinch or sell on CL, could probably get a few bucks to offset the new tire.
07-23-2018, 05:43 PM
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07-23-2018, 07:24 PM
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The Z06 I believe has the cup tires. Barely any tread not known for long life.
i can see the dealer not wanting to take the responsibility.
i can see the dealer not wanting to take the responsibility.
07-23-2018, 08:16 PM
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Tire patches will outlast the tires...
they are safe and its in my opinion a money grab by the dealer.
call around to several tire stores like www.eurotire.com obviously in Nj but maybe they know of a shop nearby you.
dont tell the whole dealer story not wanting to patch the tires but rather just tell them you want to know if they patch tires for porsches Nd corvettes 20 inch rims...and if so how much...then just tell them the tire designations...
they are safe and its in my opinion a money grab by the dealer.
call around to several tire stores like www.eurotire.com obviously in Nj but maybe they know of a shop nearby you.
dont tell the whole dealer story not wanting to patch the tires but rather just tell them you want to know if they patch tires for porsches Nd corvettes 20 inch rims...and if so how much...then just tell them the tire designations...
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07-24-2018, 03:48 AM
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If such is not an option through the dealer now, then you can take the car to any Michelin tire dealer like Discount tire to buy the tire hazard warranty (once you do replace the tire that was not covered under hazard warranty instead).
Last edited by Dano523; 07-24-2018 at 03:51 AM.
07-24-2018, 10:17 AM
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I've had punctured tires on a C5 and C6 successfully repaired. Involved installing a plug and a vulcanized patch. No difference in the repair process of a conventional tire and an extended mobility tire.
JerriVetts advice is right on.
JerriVetts advice is right on.
07-24-2018, 06:52 PM
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Let me guess, and you opted out of buying the GM tire hazard warranty for about $200 when you bought the car new.
If such is not an option through the dealer now, then you can take the car to any Michelin tire dealer like Discount tire to buy the tire hazard warranty (once you do replace the tire that was not covered under hazard warranty instead).
If such is not an option through the dealer now, then you can take the car to any Michelin tire dealer like Discount tire to buy the tire hazard warranty (once you do replace the tire that was not covered under hazard warranty instead).
I recommend a Stop and Go plug kit. I don't recommend an internal vulcanized patch.
Last edited by LowRyter; 07-24-2018 at 06:53 PM.
07-24-2018, 07:16 PM
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I had a brand new rear tire with 50 miles on it get a puncture in the middle of the tread. A tire shop plugged and patched it after removing the tire. The plug hole was reamed properly before the plug was installed. Then the interior liner was buffed off and a patch applied and cured. The tire was re-mounted and balanced and lasted the life of the tread. I never had any issues, even at high speeds. Now I have a new set, put on recently.
(Anything in the sidewall or close to the shoulder of the tread I would not have repaired.)
Your car, your choice.
(Anything in the sidewall or close to the shoulder of the tread I would not have repaired.)
Your car, your choice.
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