jayy178

I just got a nail in my tire and is now producing a small leak. It got punctured right on the corner of the sidewalla and tread..does anyone know if this is fixable through a patch or plug? Or does this mean new tire?

Thanks

Evitzee

Most likely a new tire. It is not good practice to patch or plug a tire in that area, and a reputable shop won't attempt it. Get a new tire, your life is worth it.

kloh7

iTrader: (6)

Def a new tire for sure. Had it happen to me too. Sucks but what can ya do? I did have tire and wheel protection program and they were able to cover it.

jayy178

here is a pic of it..looks like i may just need a new tire....guess ill have to go early morning to discount tire or just tires ..how much are OEM replacements with the BF goodrich potenzas?

I8ABMR

yup thats gonna be a new tire. Play it safe!!! The small amount of money is not worth damage to the car from a flat, your time, or your safety

Sytfu_IS

iTrader: (4)

I wouldn't be surprised if someone got jealous and came to your car at night and just drilled it lol. But yeah get new tires

jayy178

yea i was wondering how it got stuck there. pretty amazing for a screw to get into that area

Little E

iTrader: (2)

Yup, Discount/Americas Tire will be able to hook you up with a replacment tire for a good deal. They have taken good care of me and my car when I've gotten nails in my tires.

jayy178

im guessing i should replace both rear tires rather than just the one with the nail in it.. i still seem to have quite a bit of tread with 23k miles...