03-09-2014, 09:23 PM | #1 |
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Got a screw in my run flat tire - story inside
here's my experience with run flat tire...
as soon as I hit that screw, my car warned low tire pressure right away. tried patching kit, it won't go in finally decided to put in a bigger screw, so far it's ok.....will probbaly replace both rear tires...mileage: 28,200km anyone able to tell the tread depth based on the pic? any recommendation for rear tire replacements? |
03-09-2014, 10:07 PM | #3 |
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The least expensive fix is to keep driving it that way, but make sure you carry a couple of extra screws in bigger sizes with a screwdriver so if it goes flat again you can change to a bigger screw
How many miles did you drive on the tire with it flat? I would just plug it, but if you drove it home 100 miles at highway speeds, it may should be dismounted and the sidewall checked inside. Once it's dismounted, if the tire looks okay go ahead and have it hot patched. |
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03-09-2014, 10:34 PM | #4 |
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its sunday, no stores are open, it wont be $10 patch because if run flat. most shops wont even service run flats. we tried patching using the kit, no go.. it will have to be fixed from inside.
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03-09-2014, 10:35 PM | #5 | |
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03-10-2014, 04:00 AM | #6 | |
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Immediately after buying my X3 I purchased a patch kit and a high quality/capacity 12 Volt compressor I keep under the rear deck. The idea being I can patch a hole and extend the range until I can get to a trusted tire store. |
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03-10-2014, 08:22 AM | #8 | |
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http://www.amazon.com/Slime-1034-A-T.../dp/B000ET525K I plugged my wifes GY LS2 RFTs on her X3 couple years back and the plug held for another 12,000 miles. You don't even have to take the tire off the rim but you will need a way to refill with air. Also, the spot where you got the screw is the absolute most ideal spot for a puncture. A plug will last you until you've completely worn the tires out. |
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03-10-2014, 08:53 AM | #9 |
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03-10-2014, 09:01 AM | #10 |
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03-10-2014, 02:03 PM | #11 |
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Just curious, I took a closer look at the picture where you said you tried to 'patch' the hole and it failed. The compound you were using looks like the same stuff found in tire plug kits. Did you just try to push it in with your finger? If so you are pretty much guaranteeing failure. Those cords are not intended to be used that way. After you plug the whole you'll have 2 ends of the tire cord sticking out. You just chop the extra off with a razor and off you go.
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03-10-2014, 02:19 PM | #12 |
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I don't know where GTA is. Here in Pensacola, if its round, rubber, and rolls, the tire can repaired at the puncture point you have. I had one of my run flats repaired a few months back with a screw in the same location. took the tire off the rim, patched from the inside, $10 out the door. I hope you get it fixed as economically as possible for you.
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03-10-2014, 02:58 PM | #14 |
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i did use it correctly with the T handle tool, there was no room to force it in because the run flat layer at the bottom. even tried pumping some air in before pushing in the T tool. no go..
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03-10-2014, 03:23 PM | #15 | |
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Push harder. Most kits come with a small auger which you use to ream the hole first. Then you slide the tire cord into the 'needle' t handle device and push it in. Lube the tire cord with rubber cement, also typically provided in said kit. I've done this countless times over the years on both RFT and non RFT and I will say that some tires are pretty darn tough and you have to push really hard. Wear some thick work gloves if available. |
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I also got my run flats repaired. In fact, 3 times in a year. Many shops won't do it, as a lot of people explained, but some will.
I also have the plug kit in the back of the car, but until now, I only had to use the compressor to give it a top up before I reached the 'trusted' garage that charges me... 15 quid.
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at this point, i have decided to get new set of tire/rim for summer use and use my 369M for winter since these alloys are strong for winter. |
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