tire repair question

[sandawgk5]

I picked up a nail about 1 inch from the sidewall can I get that patched or do I have to dump money on tires. Dont have much money so tires would be a bummer I am running my spare but it is a spare not exactly brand new ya know.

Thanks

 

[Poohbair]

depends where you go, some shops wont touch it, others will just put a big patch on it and call it a day. Try to find a SMALL tire shop and you will have a better chance on getting it done...

 

[jacksprat1599]

If its still in the tread,plug it.If you don't like plugs the small tire shop is a great idea.Most chain stores don't have a problem if it is still in the tread.

 

[big jimmy 91]

In the past I have put in a plug , then put a patch inside for extra insurance
It worked for the life of the tire

 

[pauly383]

Plugs work fine. Autozone has a tire repair kit . I carry one at all times . Did it to my 31's , wheeled on em to. They are still in my garage with AIR in them. But a patch is better idea. I recommend letting a tire shop do it if your in town , and plugging them yourself on the trail. /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

 

[boggerless]

is it a bias ply, if so a tube works great. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/k5.gifto /forums/images/graemlins/truck.gif

 

[84_Chevy_K10]

Have it patched if it's in the tread.

 

[sandawgk5]

I want to get it patched the problem is where the nail was it is only about 1 inch from the sidewall in the first lug.

 

[84gmcjimmy]

Put JB weld over the hole /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

 

[Pookster]

Go to walmart, and get it patch/plugged.They use a single patcher/plugger. They are the only ones that i know of who go that extra distance to do it.