I got a screw in my new tire between the lugs on the tire. The tire shop said they don't do plugs and won't put a patch on the inside due to liability.
Is this a new thing or are they just trying to sell me another tire?
I got a screw in my new tire between the lugs on the tire. The tire shop said they don't do plugs and won't put a patch on the inside due to liability.
Is this a new thing or are they just trying to sell me another tire?
I’ve been seeing them say that for a few years now
I'd just plug it myself or take it somewhere else. I pretty much have a tire shop in the garage outside my office because our guys drive over so many nails/screws on construction sites.
But you one of the tire plug kits and keep in your
Truck. I keep one
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If in the tread block, plug it or find a shop to patch it. I would be looking for a new tire shop too.
I keep a plug kit in my truck in case absolutely needed but do it yourself plugs should only be used as a temporary measure if needed until you can get to a tire shop. (multiple flats, can't change tire for some reason, etc.) The tire needs to be demounted and inspected from the inside to determine the level of damage to the tire then repaired accordingly. Usually with a patch/plug combination from the inside.
YMMV
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I plugged one on my 2001 Honda CRV top fuel drag car last night
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I've used the plugs when needed, but always followed up with the inside patch.
With the last two sets of tires I also purchased the Hazard Warranties, so there's a free tire if it's not repairable.
Note, I've been told recently that many tire shops won't repair tires older than 5 years old. Hell, the rubber compounds must be a much lower quality than they used to be as I've had 10+ year old tires repaired in the past.
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I've been plugging my own tires for years and they've lasted for years.
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If you're plugging a 10 year old tire on an old beater that you use on the farm, then good, more power to you.
If you're rolling 80mph on the interstate on a plugged tire you might want to rethink your decisions.
Last edited by scatter shot; 04-20-2022 at 05:17 PM.
Is the hole within say an inch or so of the outside edge? If so that’s why they won’t patch it.
Plugs fail. Most reputable shops quit using them for repairs 10-15 years ago.
I would plug a tire in a heartbeat if it ain’t close to the sidewall. It’s not like the tire is going to blow if the plug fails.
Patches are the safest way to go though…
Ask your husband what he thinks. They’re probably trying to pull a fast one on you. Then get back with us.
I plug my tires. Get a good plug kit, jack that sucker up with air and put the plug in it. Pretty simple
If you’re plugging load range E or F tires make damn sure your kit is heavy duty, mines in a red plastic box and cost pretty good but it’s the real deal. 10 ply tires will make you cuss.
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