Can I patch this tire
#1
Can I patch this tire
Just got these new hankook ventus' v12's and when I woke up my front left was flat. After looking for a nail I found a quarter inch "rip" or "slice" in the tire, right at the top of the side wall. I know this normally means you must replace the tire...but I'm just wondering if anyone has had any experience with patching something like this before I spend MORE money on another tire.
#4
Yeah that's what I thought...certainly wasn't slashed by someone tho..1)it was in the garage after my short trip to the gym 2)It's more of a tiny crack, when I filled the tire back up the leak was slow, and was only found when I poured soupy water on it. Only when you push around the crack does it start to noticeably lose air. When a tire is slashed, it loses air and you can hear it.
Anyways...thanks for your input. Thankfully these ventus v12's aren't expensive. Already ordered
Anyways...thanks for your input. Thankfully these ventus v12's aren't expensive. Already ordered
#6
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Yeah that's what I thought...certainly wasn't slashed by someone tho..1)it was in the garage after my short trip to the gym 2)It's more of a tiny crack, when I filled the tire back up the leak was slow, and was only found when I poured soupy water on it. Only when you push around the crack does it start to noticeably lose air. When a tire is slashed, it loses air and you can hear it.
Anyways...thanks for your input. Thankfully these ventus v12's aren't expensive. Already ordered
Anyways...thanks for your input. Thankfully these ventus v12's aren't expensive. Already ordered
#7
Originally Posted by project2k4' timestamp='1347365734' post='22003328
Yeah that's what I thought...certainly wasn't slashed by someone tho..1)it was in the garage after my short trip to the gym 2)It's more of a tiny crack, when I filled the tire back up the leak was slow, and was only found when I poured soupy water on it. Only when you push around the crack does it start to noticeably lose air. When a tire is slashed, it loses air and you can hear it.
Anyways...thanks for your input. Thankfully these ventus v12's aren't expensive. Already ordered
Anyways...thanks for your input. Thankfully these ventus v12's aren't expensive. Already ordered
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This limited warranty does not apply to tires which are being serviced under the following conditions:
Outside of the Continental United States.
Willful Abuse / Collision / Wreck / Fire.
Continued use while flat or severe under/over inflation.
Road Hazards including without limitation, puncture, cut, impact break, stone drill, bruise, bulge, snag, collision.
Premature or irregular wear due to vehicle mechanical reason.
Conditions resulting from without limitation, improper mounting/demounting, under inflation, improper tire size, improper repair, defect in vehicle, abuse.
Ozone or weather cracking on tires over four (4) years old from the date of manufacture.
Ride disturbance complaints after 2/32 tread wear or 1 year from date of purchase, whichever occurs first.
With less than 2/32" remaining depth.
With the serial number cut or buffed.
Racing & off road use and Misapplication.
Tires 6 years or older from the date of manufacture or 5 years or older from the date of purchase.
Loss of time or use, inconvenience or any incidental or consequential damage.
Used in commercial service, excluding truck & bus tires.
I don't see how this "crack" or "cut" I have doesn't fall into that bold category. They could also refuse coverage because I jumped to 225 in the front from the recommended stock 215.
#9
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Originally Posted by billios996' timestamp='1347368042' post='22003384
you should have some warranty on that tire if it is still "new." Check with the manufacturer and vendor.
This limited warranty does not apply to tires which are being serviced under the following conditions:
Outside of the Continental United States.
Willful Abuse / Collision / Wreck / Fire.
Continued use while flat or severe under/over inflation.
Road Hazards including without limitation, puncture, cut, impact break, stone drill, bruise, bulge, snag, collision.
Premature or irregular wear due to vehicle mechanical reason.
Conditions resulting from without limitation, improper mounting/demounting, under inflation, improper tire size, improper repair, defect in vehicle, abuse.
Ozone or weather cracking on tires over four (4) years old from the date of manufacture.
Ride disturbance complaints after 2/32 tread wear or 1 year from date of purchase, whichever occurs first.
With less than 2/32" remaining depth.
With the serial number cut or buffed.
Racing & off road use and Misapplication.
Tires 6 years or older from the date of manufacture or 5 years or older from the date of purchase.
Loss of time or use, inconvenience or any incidental or consequential damage.
Used in commercial service, excluding truck & bus tires.
I don't see how this "crack" or "cut" I have doesn't fall into that bold category. They could also refuse coverage because I jumped to 225 in the front from the recommended stock 215.
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