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ZO6LS6 · 11-10-2001, 12:21 PM

Well, that didn't take long.......1700 miles........
Any suggestions as to WHAT to do??.......plug, and patch, or plug only awaiting new tire??.
Roofing nail.......cost .001 cent...........tire $350.00...........go figure.

kevslionel · 11-10-2001, 12:35 PM

I had a nail in mine about 4000 miles ago. Got it patched and all still seems to be OK. Make sure they patch it, don't go for a plug. Should cost about $40 because of the size of the tire. Call the tire place before you go and make sure they can handle that size of tire. Good luck!!!

ZO6LS6 · 11-10-2001, 12:39 PM

But I heard that patching allows water into the steel belt area, and rust starts.,,,,,,,
So, was advised to plug it........
On a tire that is running at the speeds we do, I can't see leaving a patched or plugged one on the auto......too risky..........

Jim ODeen · 11-10-2001, 03:19 PM

If your worried about a patch they make whats called a patch plug that works good Make sure to go to a reputable tire store

proexpert · 11-10-2001, 03:25 PM

Goodyear tire store...patch plug...start saving for a new set of sneakers...

fcalmes · 11-10-2001, 03:26 PM

Goodyear, as per a conversation I had with them, recommends the tire to be patched. They said a plugged tire is not a proper repair.

Rick1 · 11-10-2001, 03:33 PM

Patch must cost more than a plug.

don527 · 11-10-2001, 03:48 PM

I had a drywall screw in my rear tire with less than 1000 miles on her... was a bummer. But my local tire guy patched her right up and have had no problems and pressure remains constant with the others.

With my conversation with the tire guy, he said plugging was not proper, had to be patched.

As for the post about rust developing... I wouldnt worry about it... you have an aluminum wheel

Don

Quote:

Originally posted by fcalmes
Goodyear, as per a conversation I had with them, recommends the tire to be patched. They said a plugged tire is not a proper repair.

c4c5specialist · 11-10-2001, 05:27 PM

HI there,
Yes, a patch is the only option here. You see, the patches we have carry a rubber stem, that goes through the puncture, and the entire patch vulcanizes itself to the tire. Thus, no water penetration.
As for the plug, absolutely NOT. A plug does not vulcanize itself to the carcass, and lowers the speed rating, as a plug will cause more heat to develop within the tire plug area.
This information is facts, from Goodyear, nothing less.
Besttoyou, c4c5

hammersgotapatch

tony3331 · 11-10-2001, 05:53 PM

had my rims changed and the goodyear dealer screwed up and one of my tires got a hole in it poor guy was almost crying would not let them patch or plug it

Jayzvette · 11-10-2001, 06:19 PM

I'd patch it. Then start saving for a nrw set

ZO6LS6 · 11-10-2001, 07:21 PM

Well, didn't need to concern myself with the patch v.s. plug...........ruined the tire........
So, $490.00.......less well off than before lunch today........
At least the wheel was not damaged.........
Lesson learned, been a LONG time since I had a sports car, with low profile tires........
It was impossible for me to tell it was flat while driving..........
So, new rules for me............BEFORE getting in to drive,,,,,,,,,,,,
CHECK all tires.................
Oh, and as an aside for all you guy's...........
You know the funky little weight saving kit???.......for flat repair??
Best get you a couple, I went straight to the dealer BEFORE I went to Goodyear for the ( supposed patch), and they did not have any REFILLS.........
And, as an aside, I asked them to check the rest of the parts departments at the other dealers................ZERO, NADA, ZILCH................NOT ONE..........in the DFW metroplex dealership's stock.
And, to top that off, the "Kit", is a mere $56.00 plus tax.............
Tthis is for basically a white bottle of goop.................
Right about now, I think it is really Barium, cause I feel like I had a lower GI.....................

Jim ODeen · 11-10-2001, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ZO6LS6
Well, didn't need to concern myself with the patch v.s. plug...........ruined the tire........
So, $490.00.......less well off than before lunch today........
At least the wheel was not damaged.........
Lesson learned, been a LONG time since I had a sports car, with low profile tires........
It was impossible for me to tell it was flat while driving..........
So, new rules for me............BEFORE getting in to drive,,,,,,,,,,,,
CHECK all tires.................
Oh, and as an aside for all you guy's...........
You know the funky little weight saving kit???.......for flat repair??
Best get you a couple, I went straight to the dealer BEFORE I went to Goodyear for the ( supposed patch), and they did not have any REFILLS.........
And, as an aside, I asked them to check the rest of the parts departments at the other dealers................ZERO, NADA, ZILCH................NOT ONE..........in the DFW metroplex dealership's stock.
And, to top that off, the "Kit", is a mere $56.00 plus tax.............Check with gmpartsdirect.com can save you some money
Tthis is for basically a white bottle of goop.................
Right about now, I think it is really Barium, cause I feel like I had a lower GI.....................

IceSabre · 11-10-2001, 09:59 PM

I think Jim was trying to say:

"Check with gmpartsdirect.com can save you some money "

fcalmes · 11-11-2001, 01:49 AM

Had a flat myself last year. It sucks!!