Is this tyre repairable?
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Hi Guys,
Just checking tyre pressures this afternoon before i go off to driving round europe skiing next weekend and found a lovely nail in my tyre. Just been to Kwik Fit as they're the only ones open and they've said its not repairable and will need a new pair of rears as they need to match when using winters.
So 2 questions
1 Is this repairable?
2 Do I need a matching set of rears in terms or wear? (Or can I just put 1 new blizzack on of the same model etc?)
Just checking tyre pressures this afternoon before i go off to driving round europe skiing next weekend and found a lovely nail in my tyre. Just been to Kwik Fit as they're the only ones open and they've said its not repairable and will need a new pair of rears as they need to match when using winters.
So 2 questions
1 Is this repairable?
2 Do I need a matching set of rears in terms or wear? (Or can I just put 1 new blizzack on of the same model etc?)
If it was me, going around Europe skiing, I'd probably replace it. It might well be fine for months, but if it blows out on an icy road, or (perhaps worse) keeps going down then it could really ruin your trip, and worse.
I wouldn't worry about changing both at the same time. People say you should, and it's probably better in some very marginal sense, but any 4 good tyres of the same size are better than 3 good ones and a puncture.
I wouldn't worry about changing both at the same time. People say you should, and it's probably better in some very marginal sense, but any 4 good tyres of the same size are better than 3 good ones and a puncture.
Arrgh, pain! Why can't they go into the middle of the fukcing tyre??!! 
Anyway, I agree, much as it pains me - too close to the edge.
The plug used to repair these have a big flat flange on the inside end - they kinda look like a valve out of an engine.
To guarantee a proper repair, the flange needs to sit flat. In this case it wouldn't be able to. Plus, you would have too much lateral load on the repair as it is close to the shoulder of the tyre.
Arse, eh!
Anyway, I agree, much as it pains me - too close to the edge.
The plug used to repair these have a big flat flange on the inside end - they kinda look like a valve out of an engine.
To guarantee a proper repair, the flange needs to sit flat. In this case it wouldn't be able to. Plus, you would have too much lateral load on the repair as it is close to the shoulder of the tyre.
Arse, eh!
Not sure if it still the case but a while back a certain bike tyre manufacturer said no repairs were acceptable on their tyres, I asked the guy I use for repairs about this and he said it was a load of rubbish, sure anything less than say an inch from the sidewall is probably scrap but I'd bet yours wouldn't end up in the skip if you left it for disposal.
I think it's too close to the edge.
These look like winter tyres, right? Interesting point - What if you cant get a replacement winter tyre? I read another thread recently about a guy who just bought a BMW and couldnt find any winter tyres anywhere.
If you have to stick on a summer tyre, would you need to change 2? All 4?
These look like winter tyres, right? Interesting point - What if you cant get a replacement winter tyre? I read another thread recently about a guy who just bought a BMW and couldnt find any winter tyres anywhere.
If you have to stick on a summer tyre, would you need to change 2? All 4?
TheArchitect said:
Hi Guys,
Just checking tyre pressures this afternoon before i go off to driving round europe skiing next weekend and found a lovely nail in my tyre. Just been to Kwik Fit as they're the only ones open and they've said its not repairable and will need a new pair of rears as they need to match when using winters.
So 2 questions
1 Is this repairable?
2 Do I need a matching set of rears in terms or wear? (Or can I just put 1 new blizzack on of the same model etc?)
The answer is definitely yes. Just checking tyre pressures this afternoon before i go off to driving round europe skiing next weekend and found a lovely nail in my tyre. Just been to Kwik Fit as they're the only ones open and they've said its not repairable and will need a new pair of rears as they need to match when using winters.
So 2 questions
1 Is this repairable?
2 Do I need a matching set of rears in terms or wear? (Or can I just put 1 new blizzack on of the same model etc?)
If its too close to the sidewall then youll need a specialist repair. Id expect to pay between £15-£20 and youll have to leave the wheel with them, as the tyre will need to be cooked overnight in their autoclave.
There arent many firms who are able to do this either, so you may have to look around. I know of one firm in Rotherham who are very good. Im aware of another in Leicestershire too, although theyre very busy as they collect commercial tyres from all over the East & West Midlands for specialist repair.
WWhen firms like Kwikfit (even decent firms) say that it cant be repaired, what they mean is that it cant be repaired using the method that they employ.
It is repairable, but only by a specialist, high street tyre repairers are not normally equipped to do so.
Had a similar hole fixed on my daughters car a few months ago.
I used this company, you might find similar closer to home. http://www.meridiantyrerepairs.co.uk/index.htm
Tyre was fixed in 2 days for £10, good result as it was a winter with only 1,000 miles on it.
Had a similar hole fixed on my daughters car a few months ago.
I used this company, you might find similar closer to home. http://www.meridiantyrerepairs.co.uk/index.htm
Tyre was fixed in 2 days for £10, good result as it was a winter with only 1,000 miles on it.
The Kwik Fit type places use a rubber plug which they cement in place. They can't repair stuff near the edge of the tyre because the head of the plug is too wide to sit flat. Does anyone have a link/explanation as to the techniques used by these specialists who CAN repair stuff near sidewalls?
Cheers.
Cheers.
Yes it is - see my earlier post. It needs a specialist repair though, not a simple repair of the type carried out by tyre fitting garages.
Google "hot vulcanised tyre repair" and be prepared to travel as there aren't many specialists in the country.
Also be prepared to leave the wheel at least overnight, as it will need to be autoclaved. I can recommend a firm in Rotherham if youre in that region.
Google "hot vulcanised tyre repair" and be prepared to travel as there aren't many specialists in the country.
Also be prepared to leave the wheel at least overnight, as it will need to be autoclaved. I can recommend a firm in Rotherham if youre in that region.
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