ccapman670
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Wow, my thread has the honor of sir antman's presence. I didn't even think about that. Thanks for the reply. I'll try this and see if it holds air. Sounds cheaper than a plug!
Told I need new tire at 1200 miles, opinions?
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Wow, my thread has the honor of sir antman's presence. I didn't even think about that. Thanks for the reply. I'll try this and see if it holds air. Sounds cheaper than a plug!
Antman
Elite Member
DON'T YOU DARE DO THAT!
Would it work? Yeah- old school fix- but it's not good advice, AT ALL. It was meant to be a joke!
FWIW- If I had a dollar for every time I saw my Dad or Grandfather do that though...
ccapman670
New member
I know, I was kidding :bravo:
In all honesty is probably better than a plug!
I've decided to replace the tire. I value myself more than $190 after install.
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Antman
Elite Member
HAHA! OK good.
I actually watched my Grandfather run a screw straight into a full gas tank on his old Ford pickup to stop the leak. :fear:
He would also rebuild engines without a torque wrench, ALL THE TIME. He used to tell me "Tighter the better, boy." He told me stories of dragging cars around (while in gear) with a truck because those motors were too tight for the starter to turn them over. Once they started the damn things always ran forever though! He was the definition of old school, lol.
And these guys are worried about changing their oil at 10k miles, meh.
BlackWorksInc
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Tire Repair
The RMA (Rubber Manufacturers Association) is the authority when it comes to what is considered the accepted industry repair standard. There might be some minor differences between individual manufacturers (i.e. BridgeStone may say you can only patch their tires twice, while Toyo may say only once, ect.) But these guys set the standard that the ASE, Dealers, and Automotive Repair Industry follow as a legal guideline.
The above tire is non-repairable and must be replaced as per the RMA's guidelines. Now if you want to rope plug it and see if it holds (a patch/plug combo will most likely not hold long as the patch/plug combo will move too much in the sidewall area as it flexes and more than likely separate from the tire) that is on you and you alone. Chances are it will not hold and allow moisture to infiltrate the cords (if hasn't already) which will create rot in the sidewall and in the worst case cord separation and eventual failure.
The RMA (Rubber Manufacturers Association) is the authority when it comes to what is considered the accepted industry repair standard. There might be some minor differences between individual manufacturers (i.e. BridgeStone may say you can only patch their tires twice, while Toyo may say only once, ect.) But these guys set the standard that the ASE, Dealers, and Automotive Repair Industry follow as a legal guideline.
The above tire is non-repairable and must be replaced as per the RMA's guidelines. Now if you want to rope plug it and see if it holds (a patch/plug combo will most likely not hold long as the patch/plug combo will move too much in the sidewall area as it flexes and more than likely separate from the tire) that is on you and you alone. Chances are it will not hold and allow moisture to infiltrate the cords (if hasn't already) which will create rot in the sidewall and in the worst case cord separation and eventual failure.
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Saker
Senior Member
Nice post!
Bevo
New member
If it was mine I would replace the tire too. It just makes sense to me that it is probably the best way to go.
You do have to wonder about the RMA though, since they represent the guys that want to sell you a brand new tire rather than repair it. It is in their best interest from a legal standpoint plus they get to sell you a new tire. It's a win-win for them.
BLACK-FL4RUNNER
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1engineer
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See [MENTION=127238]ccapman670[/MENTION], [MENTION=65614]Antman[/MENTION] would do that and then he would be the first person here whining about the vibration he has between 55-60 mph. He would forgotten about the screw and the several ounces of caulk he added to one side of the tire lol.
100 internet points are hereby awarded to [MENTION=68689]Pkniland[/MENTION] for offering to send him a new tire for just shipping. Good deed of the day!
CrazyNorwegian
New member
If you do repair that tire let me know what roads you usually drive on so I can avoid driving next to you when it blows. Don't risk your life or anyone else's
On a more helpful note:
I'd contact Bridgestone customer care and ask them if they can help you. They will then give you a claim number and send you to your nearest authorized dealer. From there the dealer will do an inspection, and contact Bridgestone to try to get you some goodwill credit on the tire. It really depends on the rep you get at Bridgestone, but you may get a hefty discount. Second option like stated before is to mount your spare tire onto your alloy wheel, and find a used/cheap tire for your spare.
On a more helpful note:
I'd contact Bridgestone customer care and ask them if they can help you. They will then give you a claim number and send you to your nearest authorized dealer. From there the dealer will do an inspection, and contact Bridgestone to try to get you some goodwill credit on the tire. It really depends on the rep you get at Bridgestone, but you may get a hefty discount. Second option like stated before is to mount your spare tire onto your alloy wheel, and find a used/cheap tire for your spare.
philsey
New member
^^ Nice. This thread should have been over here.
KidVermicious
New member
That's not what it sounded like to me. I'm a little worried about Antman now.
Antman
Elite Member
Hey dude- don't talk about my Pop or I'll have to kick your ass...:fish:
KidVermicious
New member
Stockholm Syndrome, right? I can get you help.
Antman
Elite Member
HA- ummmmm no.
I could write a book about my grandfather though- he definitely had a unique way of doing things. Apple....tree....:thumb:
KidVermicious
New member
Sounds like an awesome fellow. A good grandpa is priceless.
nevada
Senior Member
looks similar..
I had mine patched. that was over a year ago. however, I don't drive that 4runner very often, im not concerned in the slightest. if a repair is done properly, the patch becomes a part of the tire, much like welding.
