Tire flat at only 1600 miles :-(
#1
Tire flat at only 1600 miles :-(
Went for a long mountain drive…came home and after few hours, I saw the rear tire went flat. I can see a thick nail or metal bolt almost to the edge of the tire. It's Pirelli 20 inch P Zero tire. I called 1-800-Porsche and they are ready to give a lift in flat bed. unfortunately the service center isn't open until Tuesday so going to wait for Tuesday morning for towing. Few questions:
1) Any idea how much I am going to pay for this?
2) Is it going to be single tire or both rear tires? It's only got 1600 miles so far.
1) Any idea how much I am going to pay for this?
2) Is it going to be single tire or both rear tires? It's only got 1600 miles so far.
Last edited by bpans; 09-06-2015 at 02:59 AM.
#2
The Porsche service center will be your most expense place to buy a new tire. Check on www.tirerack.com for the exact tire you have. The cheapest way is to then have it sent to one of their local (to you) installers and you take the wheel with the flat to the installer and have the new tire mounted. I think you'll be looking at around $400+ per tire with mounting, etc.
With only 1600 miles on it, I wouldn't worry about changing both tires.
With only 1600 miles on it, I wouldn't worry about changing both tires.
#3
You only need one new tire.
20" PZeros are very scarce right now. Especially in 295 and 305 sizes. Hope your Cayman is not that sizing.
If the damaged tire is not too close to the edge, have it properly patched and plugged, and store in your garage as an emergency spare.
20" PZeros are very scarce right now. Especially in 295 and 305 sizes. Hope your Cayman is not that sizing.
If the damaged tire is not too close to the edge, have it properly patched and plugged, and store in your garage as an emergency spare.
#4
Thanks guys, I am probably going to call them first thing on Tuesday morning to check the stock and won't tow to them until they have it on stock.
I hope the Porsche flat bed towing is safe and secure. Pretty nervous about that too.
Cayman S, PDK, Carrara white metallic, 20 inch 911turbo wheels, PDLS, park assist, power steering plus, sports design steering wheel, 14 way power seat with memory package, premium package, infotainment package with BOSE.
I hope the Porsche flat bed towing is safe and secure. Pretty nervous about that too.
Cayman S, PDK, Carrara white metallic, 20 inch 911turbo wheels, PDLS, park assist, power steering plus, sports design steering wheel, 14 way power seat with memory package, premium package, infotainment package with BOSE.
#5
Tire flat at only 1600 miles :-(
Originally Posted by bpans
I hope the Porsche flat bed towing is safe and secure. Pretty nervous about
#6
Pirelli P Zero 265/35/20 (with a Porsche "N0" rating) will set you back ~$386 at Tire Rack plus shipping to a (Tire Rack recommended) installer near you. The tire is in stock. Remove the wheel/tire from your car and take it to the installer. Or, your flat tire just might hold air long enough to get you to the installer. Just use the air compressor in your frunk. Guaranteed this will cost you a lot less than if you brought it to your Porsche dealer.
#7
Pirelli P Zero 265/35/20 (with a Porsche "N0" rating) will set you back ~$386 at Tire Rack plus shipping to a (Tire Rack recommended) installer near you. The tire is in stock. Remove the wheel/tire from your car and take it to the installer. Or, your flat tire just might hold air long enough to get you to the installer. Just use the air compressor in your frunk. Guaranteed this will cost you a lot less than if you brought it to your Porsche dealer.
I have nothing against Tire Rack. I've used them before with great success, but you might give your Porsche dealer a call and explain your situation and see what they are willing to do.
I know that my local dealer orders their tires (or some of them anyhow) from Tire Rack.
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#8
You have probably already checked on this but if the dealer is not going to replace the tire make sure whoever does has a install machine that will not scar your wheels upon tire removal and remount.
#9
What about a plug/patch?
I have had numerous over the years. Not one problem with them.
Jack the car up in garage, put on a jack stand, remove the wheel and drop it off at a place that will NOT scratch your wheels.
I have had numerous over the years. Not one problem with them.
Jack the car up in garage, put on a jack stand, remove the wheel and drop it off at a place that will NOT scratch your wheels.
#10
Appreciate all your responses team! Got it towed to Porsche dealer and waiting for the tire to be replaced.
Cayman S, PDK, Carrara white metallic, 20 inch 911turbo wheels, PDLS, park assist, power steering plus, sports design steering wheel, 14 way power seat with memory package, premium package, infotainment package with BOSE.
Cayman S, PDK, Carrara white metallic, 20 inch 911turbo wheels, PDLS, park assist, power steering plus, sports design steering wheel, 14 way power seat with memory package, premium package, infotainment package with BOSE.