Holts TyreWeld
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The TPMS is not sealed as it has a open aperture and filter this allows the air to enter the sensor, any liquid within the tyre will almost certainly kill the sensor in time. Also if you have a sidewall cut I would not be confident to drive very far with Holts Tyre weld in. Sounds like you need a new tyre sorry.
Rob
Rob
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The side wall puncture was losing around 1-2 psi per minute, luckily we were carrying a compressor so we made two tyre top up stops to get back to the Hotel in Torridon to meet up with the rest of the group. The damage was caused by large stone-pot hole during a spirited drive.
On inspection it appeared easy to stem the leak with a little pressure from your finger so rather that use a tyre weld I let all the remaining air out of the tyre, applied super glue into the crack and manipulated with a small screw driver to get the glue in place. I left it overnight and inflated the tyre in the morning.
I came back home down the main route rather than the scenic drive, 214 miles never lost 1 psi, worth considering super glue as part of your travel kit, obviously it depends on damage but for me it was a get out of jail card such a long way off the beaten track.
The side wall puncture was losing around 1-2 psi per minute, luckily we were carrying a compressor so we made two tyre top up stops to get back to the Hotel in Torridon to meet up with the rest of the group. The damage was caused by large stone-pot hole during a spirited drive.
On inspection it appeared easy to stem the leak with a little pressure from your finger so rather that use a tyre weld I let all the remaining air out of the tyre, applied super glue into the crack and manipulated with a small screw driver to get the glue in place. I left it overnight and inflated the tyre in the morning.
I came back home down the main route rather than the scenic drive, 214 miles never lost 1 psi, worth considering super glue as part of your travel kit, obviously it depends on damage but for me it was a get out of jail card such a long way off the beaten track.
LindsayMac said:
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The side wall puncture was losing around 1-2 psi per minute, luckily we were carrying a compressor so we made two tyre top up stops to get back to the Hotel in Torridon to meet up with the rest of the group. The damage was caused by large stone-pot hole during a spirited drive.
On inspection it appeared easy to stem the leak with a little pressure from your finger so rather that use a tyre weld I let all the remaining air out of the tyre, applied super glue into the crack and manipulated with a small screw driver to get the glue in place. I left it overnight and inflated the tyre in the morning.
I came back home down the main route rather than the scenic drive, 214 miles never lost 1 psi, worth considering super glue as part of your travel kit, obviously it depends on damage but for me it was a get out of jail card such a long way off the beaten track.
Glad that worked out mate.The side wall puncture was losing around 1-2 psi per minute, luckily we were carrying a compressor so we made two tyre top up stops to get back to the Hotel in Torridon to meet up with the rest of the group. The damage was caused by large stone-pot hole during a spirited drive.
On inspection it appeared easy to stem the leak with a little pressure from your finger so rather that use a tyre weld I let all the remaining air out of the tyre, applied super glue into the crack and manipulated with a small screw driver to get the glue in place. I left it overnight and inflated the tyre in the morning.
I came back home down the main route rather than the scenic drive, 214 miles never lost 1 psi, worth considering super glue as part of your travel kit, obviously it depends on damage but for me it was a get out of jail card such a long way off the beaten track.
Had same happen to a 997 turbo up there last year. Low loader home from Torridon.
LindsayMac said:
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The side wall puncture was losing around 1-2 psi per minute, luckily we were carrying a compressor so we made two tyre top up stops to get back to the Hotel in Torridon to meet up with the rest of the group. The damage was caused by large stone-pot hole during a spirited drive.
On inspection it appeared easy to stem the leak with a little pressure from your finger so rather that use a tyre weld I let all the remaining air out of the tyre, applied super glue into the crack and manipulated with a small screw driver to get the glue in place. I left it overnight and inflated the tyre in the morning.
I came back home down the main route rather than the scenic drive, 214 miles never lost 1 psi, worth considering super glue as part of your travel kit, obviously it depends on damage but for me it was a get out of jail card such a long way off the beaten track.
Glad to hear that you got back safely - be interested in how easy you manage to find a Pilot Sport Cup 2, assuming you choose to replace it?The side wall puncture was losing around 1-2 psi per minute, luckily we were carrying a compressor so we made two tyre top up stops to get back to the Hotel in Torridon to meet up with the rest of the group. The damage was caused by large stone-pot hole during a spirited drive.
On inspection it appeared easy to stem the leak with a little pressure from your finger so rather that use a tyre weld I let all the remaining air out of the tyre, applied super glue into the crack and manipulated with a small screw driver to get the glue in place. I left it overnight and inflated the tyre in the morning.
I came back home down the main route rather than the scenic drive, 214 miles never lost 1 psi, worth considering super glue as part of your travel kit, obviously it depends on damage but for me it was a get out of jail card such a long way off the beaten track.
I have a slow puncture and asked a few dealers and it seems no-one has any Cup 2's and new orders are expected to be filled until July...
Early indications are your contacts are suspect, looks like I have a front tyre winging its way up here as we speak. Do you need a front or a rear?
If its a front drop me a PM with you details and I'll give you a shout, I shall find out when I am up getting it fitted whether they can source a rear.
If its a front drop me a PM with you details and I'll give you a shout, I shall find out when I am up getting it fitted whether they can source a rear.
sidicks said:
Glad to hear that you got back safely - be interested in how easy you manage to find a Pilot Sport Cup 2, assuming you choose to replace it?
I have a slow puncture and asked a few dealers and it seems no-one has any Cup 2's and new orders are expected to be filled until July...
I have a slow puncture and asked a few dealers and it seems no-one has any Cup 2's and new orders are expected to be filled until July...
LindsayMac said:
Early indications are your contacts are suspect, looks like I have a front tyre winging its way up here as we speak. Do you need a front or a rear?
If its a front drop me a PM with you details and I'll give you a shout, I shall find out when I am up getting it fitted whether they can source a rear.
Thanks - my OPC have now sourced a rear tyre for me via Reading, but this is apparently the only one they have.If its a front drop me a PM with you details and I'll give you a shout, I shall find out when I am up getting it fitted whether they can source a rear.
After searching last week for a local customer I can confirm that the FRONT cup 2 tyres are readily available but the REAR GT3 fitment cup 2's are on UK back order with no stock or ETA! When pushed our suppliers said 8-10 weeks! Also checked all the large European tyre wholesalers who also have no stock of the rears!
chrisABP said:
After searching last week for a local customer I can confirm that the FRONT cup 2 tyres are readily available but the REAR GT3 fitment cup 2's are on UK back order with no stock or ETA! When pushed our suppliers said 8-10 weeks! Also checked all the large European tyre wholesalers who also have no stock of the rears!
Thanks Chris - that fits with what I was told regarding 'July' as the soonest possible delivery date.As Lindsay mentioned above, I found N0 spec rears on a site in Holland, whether they physically exist in stock or not I don't know but it's worth a check if you're desperate.
http://www.baanvelgen.com/michelin-pilot-sport-cup...
http://www.baanvelgen.com/michelin-pilot-sport-cup...
shocks said:
What about the Dunlops ? I've got these on mine and they were awesome on the recent run, have heard others suggest they are better than the Michelin's - can't compare as not tried the cup2's but it may be an option to look at
Yes, they are certainly available but I was quoted £2,000 for a set of 4 and don't want to change the lot due to a puncture.Gassing Station | Porsche General | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff