just plug it. 5 bucks on webster ave. i think when they patch it they do it from the inside that's why it cost more money because they have to remove the tire from the wheel.

 

Wrong.

A patch will work better to prevent air from getting between the layers.

Patch it and drive conservatively with it. Remeber that a patched or plugged tire loses its speed rating.

Get two new rears and put them on as soon as it is even close to new tire time.

That's what I did. I picked up a nail in the middle of the tread and patched it two years ago. So far so good, but my S doesn't see enough miles.

 

These are NOT your garden variety 30 buck WalMart tires. A "plug" is a very CRUDE repair method and is dedicated to those who don't give a ratsass about safety or performance.
A "patch", when installed properly along with a subsequent re-balancing will perform with much greater safety, dependability and durability. If you want a 5 buck solution to a "life altering" problem just to save 20 bucks, don't drive near me.

 

Thanks for the advice. I found a place that will patch it up down the road from me. When I get some extra coin I will buy a pair from Tire Rack.

 

Well i brought my tire in to get patched up. The guy filled it with air and then spun the inside of the tire towards me and showed me how damaged it was. The damage wasnt visible when it had no pressure in it. I was so freakin pissed...this is the second time I got F$%&#D by a nail.

I ordered a rear set from Tire Rack. Still waiting on a confirmation email even though they said the tires were in stock. Hopefully I will get them by weeks end.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by NYMATT74
[B]I ordered a rear set from Tire Rack.

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by NYMATT74
[B]There is a nail in the tread.

 

I wouldn't drive on that tire at all. Obviously the repair wasn't effective. The tire is subject to abnormal heating, air seeping between the layers, delamination and catstropic failure.

It's like driving around with a loaded gun under your front seat. You'd probably get away with it, but why take the chance when you know a good way to avoid a catastrophe.

My patched tire has held air normally. It has not seen any stressful situations either.