Patchable tire?
04-16-2021, 08:00 AM
#16
Rennlist Member
I also have center locks. For that location I would plug it. I carry everything in the frunk to do a plug if that happened on the road, far from home. Given it's location you wouldn't even need to remove the wheel from the car to plug it. I've done a fair amount of plugs over the last 10 years on my 993, 991.1 and I've never had an issue.
04-17-2021, 12:10 AM
#17
I also have center locks. For that location I would plug it. I carry everything in the frunk to do a plug if that happened on the road, far from home. Given it's location you wouldn't even need to remove the wheel from the car to plug it. I've done a fair amount of plugs over the last 10 years on my 993, 991.1 and I've never had an issue.
04-18-2021, 10:49 AM
#19
Another option no one has mentioned is Ebay. I have been able to find many good tires recently on Ebay for about 1/3 of the original price with 90% tread. Some have repairs but they normally work fine as long as they are not near the sidewall. Many sellers try and trick you by not showing the repaired area. You have to ask. Some will also say "no repairs" in the ad.
04-18-2021, 10:52 AM
#20
Rennlist Member
Thanks for all the input everyone. I'm just going to replace the tire. It's definitely losing air since the sensor is detecting it and I sprayed some soapy water to confirm. I'll have to call around to the local tire shops since I'm worried about damage to the centerlocks. Worst-case scenario I'll just schedule the replacement with the dealer. This car is strictly used for spirited drives and autocross these days anyway.
Best,
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J
Best,
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J