Nail in tire sidewall

[ScottyBoy]

I know I need a new tire. That's a given. But I was wondering if I could at least get a little more use out of this tire. I a poor sonofabitch and can't afford another tire at the moment. Just debating on whether I should even bother trying to patch this one, or just roll the spare for a few weeks until I can afford another tire. If I do patch it, I will strictly be driving around town with it. I'm not stupid enough to take it on the highway and risk having a blowout.

 

[Black02Silverado]

Scotty, around here there are a ton of used tire places. Seems like the popped up overnight, maybe you can get a good used tire for cheap that will get you by, just a thought.

 

[PenguinLTZ]

I will take a pick of my plug kit.

Everybody should have one of these. I have patched so many tires and been the hero getting things back to town

I even patched a brand new rear on my CBR954rr and put some miles on it

 

[Darkanion]

One or two lowish speed trips to work? Yeah, maybe.. WEEKS? NO way.. Like Nick suggested, see if you can find a place that sells used tires. Save a few bucks that way and be safe. It's not worth the risk to you, your kids, etc..

 

[mr_bots]

If the spare is in good condition maybe put the spare on then patch this one and carry it as a spare for a few weeks.

 

[PenguinLTZ]

What brand size? If it is a popular model, I am betting you could find a used one.

I bought one set of used snow tires. 2 of them had separated cords within a month. I cringe at the thought of used tires, now. If you can look the used tire over prior to mounting, you should be okay.

 

[ScottyBoy]

I'll just roll on the spare for a few weeks until I can get a new tire. I've been through my share of used tires back in the day and had several blowouts. Fwonk used tires. I'll buy new before I buy used. Plus I want all my tires to match.
The spare has plenty of tread, but it has spider cracks due to age. Plus its a 16 and my wheels are GMT900 17 inch wheels, I need to put it on the front if I will ride it that long since its an inch shorter than the other tires. I need to get a 17" spare if I can finds deal on one.

 

[PenguinLTZ]

Good plan.

These are handy as hell if you have a bunch tires in your world, and travel. You can pick up the smaller kits at the auto parts store for like 8 bucks. I keep a small pump in my truck, too. Lifesaver, I tell ya!

 

[OldCracker29]

Good advice has been given...use it.

 

[BlueCollarPilot]

Tires with a hole in the sidewall make great swings


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