Got the snuglid installed yesterday. Great looking product. While at Chattanooga customs I picked up a screw in the rear tire, right in the center of the tire. The screw went in straight with no angle. I am tempted to plug it because I do not want the local tire place to pull the tire to patch it. Every time I have had them do something they beat up the wheels. Do you guys feel a plug would be safe to run. I know the patch is better.

Rob

 

collins8 - No way in hell would I allow a plug in a tire on my L or any other car I own. Find a different tire place and take it there.

 

I agree, don't plug the tire.
Go to a quality shop and have them patch it.

P.S. If you have used some liquid/Spray sealant, tell them before they dismount the tire, as this creates a safety issue.

Good Luck,
Steven

 

I agree with everyone. Do not plug. I had the same think happen, drove it to a tire store and for $10.00 they pulled the tire and patched it correctly.

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collins8

I'm not a tire engineer; but, I've heard that you lose you speed rating once the tire has been punctured/plugged/patched. In other words, if you run at a high speed for a prolonged amount of time, it may be possible to undo a patch/plug job due to heat. And, this could mean serious outcomes that I'd hate to even think about. You may want to check into this from a professional; and maybe consider a new tire if you drive fast a lot. If you're not going to replace, do a plug/patch.

 

Just had the same problem yesterday, took it to the local garage and had them install a patch/plug.This is my 3rd repair on the original F1's. 22k and going....not much longer though.

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You don't lose your speed rating per say, but you will undoubtedly lose some tire of the original tire quality.
Assuming it is a small hole and the patch is done correctly you should not have a problem.
The best choice would be to get a new tire, but that is very unreasonable, and I would myself have it patched.

Steven