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fixing punctured tire


strodda
02-05-2003, 04:48 PM
one of those big hardware staples got into my tire on the edge between the sidewall and the tread. im assuming its possible to fix, but would it be a permanent fix or is that just a temp thing and i should still buy a new tire asap. this tire has at least half its tread left, so i dont want to throw it out just because of that.

DemonicAccord
02-05-2003, 05:49 PM
chances are a chemical sealer could fix it, but you are better off just going to your local Discount Tire, NTB, etc and getting the tire removed the brad/staple pulled, the hole/s patched, and getting it remounted and balanced. Even if you aren't using a road hazard warranty, it shouldn't be more than about $30 and it will be safe.

jm2c






...or you could just plug it... the kits are only a few bucks.

LoKoBoYraSeR
02-07-2003, 03:03 PM
just go to a local gas station that has service, they'll plug it for 10 dollars

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