Something is seriously wrong with my car... (Please read on...)
#22
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Plugs may be bad, but rather than buying a new tire, get the tire shop to fix the tire with a plug/patch.
I've used many in the past on numerous S02's/S03's without any further incidences (in relation to those specific fixes).
I've used many in the past on numerous S02's/S03's without any further incidences (in relation to those specific fixes).
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IMO a plug is unreliable and can leak or blow out without warning, maybe a day maybe six months later, who knows. Get a patch on the inside as long as it's not too close to the sidewall and have it rebalanced.
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I think what he means is that you want to patch, not plug. Patch != Plug.
Patching involves taking the tire off, sanding down the inside rubber a bit, and adhereing a piece or rubber to seal the leak.
Plugging involves taking a twist of fibers, dunking them in a gooey adhesive, and then shoving it in the open hole, usually after widening it out a bit with a rod.
Plugs are unreliable and cheaper.
Patches are almost as good as new, and they only cost about $15 at your local Firestone.
Patching involves taking the tire off, sanding down the inside rubber a bit, and adhereing a piece or rubber to seal the leak.
Plugging involves taking a twist of fibers, dunking them in a gooey adhesive, and then shoving it in the open hole, usually after widening it out a bit with a rod.
Plugs are unreliable and cheaper.
Patches are almost as good as new, and they only cost about $15 at your local Firestone.
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Yeah, that's what I was going to say it was too.
What's a good place to get a new rear S02? My rear passenger is pretty low on tread, but for some reason, my rear driver side looks brand new. I don't know why.
What's a good place to get a new rear S02? My rear passenger is pretty low on tread, but for some reason, my rear driver side looks brand new. I don't know why.
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