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Old Oct 28, 2018 | 09:37 AM
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Funny enough - I was just about to get tire/rim insurance this weekend and just picked up this nail this morning. Can anyone tell if it's repairable? Ie: is it in the sidewall or in the tread? Seems to be right on the line.


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Old Oct 28, 2018 | 09:47 AM
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No. Too close to sidewall.
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No. Too close to sidewall.
Figured. Thank you for checking! Any specific place to get these tires? Seems pricey everywhere
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Old Oct 28, 2018 | 10:30 PM
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tire looks bald to me maybe just a pic.
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Originally Posted by ciaka
tire looks bald to me maybe just a pic.
The car has just 3k miles on it.. Probably just a bad picture
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Old Oct 29, 2018 | 02:01 PM
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I've had punctures like this plugged and backed internally, it works but I wouldn't do any high speed hustling. Strongly recommend an internal inspection to make certain there's no tears or separation.
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Maybe. What does the tire shop say?
I've had nails like that patched. It's possible.
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Originally Posted by c4racer
Maybe. What does the tire shop say?
I've had nails like that patched. It's possible.
The tire shop didn't want to do it.. I got a replacement, getting it installed today.
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