leecm

Less than I week after I had these tires put on, I got a screw stuck in one of them. Needless to say, I didn't get roadside protection. Do you think it can be plugged safely? I know there's always a chance that it'll blow, but do you think the chances are good that it'll be okay? I have a mechanic friend that says he's seen tires punctured in this area plugged many times and they've been just fine. If it's too dangerous to be worth the risk, I'd rather just shell out the $250 and get a new tire... Thanks!

nmpeter

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Probably not, that looks like it hit the sidewall and from what I know once it hits the sidewall it can't be repaired. It doesn't hurt to check at a local tire place though.

bluby_U

Not safely

Frosty250

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Damn nails.. If it hits the sidewall then most likely you need a new tire. :/

Jetfire

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i think it's too close to the sidewall. you can try to get it professionally plugged but there is still a risk.

vwynn

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it has to be about 1" away from the sidewall/tread.. gunna have to buy new tires

:/ sucks since ur tires dont look that old

rominl

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no way you can plug that safely. it's gone

damon

Nobody will do it for you out of fear of a lawsuit.
In truth though I bet that there are many tires are out their with much more serious internal cord damage due to impacts that represent a far greater risk than repairing this would pose.

Been there & its a shame. I can't even find a "vulcanistadora" willing to do such repairs any more.

SChema

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What everyone else said, we were never allowed to plug holes in the sidewalls. Sorry for the bad news.

IS-SV

Nope, had one like that on my Jeep, could not be repaired.