ttAmerica RoadsterAWD

Ok, so my local dealer's tire mounting machine lifted (superficial) a small, dime size and oval flap on the bead of my new tire. The metal cords are intact. He is going to replace it with another new tire and I was thinking since I don't race or really drive my car like I stole it, maybe I can repair it with a strong rubber adhesive. The forces against the rim will maintain the flap intact anyway. Anybody know of any strong rubber glue/cement/adhesive??

thanks in advance

Bob Rouleau

3M 5200 polyurethene is the strongest glue I know of. It is also flexible which is a must in your aplication. Comes in white or black. Available at marine stores like West Marine.

Steve Weiner-Rennsport Systems

If its on, or close to the bead, its not safe to use.

Radial sidewalls flex a great deal and such damage isn't repairable unless its a part-time, emergency-only spare that would not see speeds over 45 MPH.

JMHO, of course.

ttAmerica RoadsterAWD

thank you