Nail in tyre - new tyre or repair?

brendanb581

Hi all

I have discovered a nail or something similar wedged in my front right tyre. The car is pretty much brand new so I’m hoping it can be repaired.

Just wanted your thoughts so that I don’t get ripped off... here’s the damage.

https://ibb.co/fY77Xy

Any thoughts?

Lorian

Assuming that is showing it somewhere towards the middle of the tread it should fix ok (as long as you haven't driven it flat) - expect £10-20 depending on where you are and where you take it.

molerat

As long as the damage is within, depending on tyre width, the central 60-70% area and the base of the hole after cleaning up is less than 6mm diameter then it is repairable.

sebloak

If the puncture isn't in the sidewall and damage area less than 6mm it can be repaired.

https://www.kwik-fit.com/blog/can-my-punctured-tyre-be-repaired

AdrianC

Repairable.

WobblyDog

Defintely worth trying to get it repaired.


Also, as there is some wear on the tyre, some tyre centres may advise replacing both front tyres rather than just one, which would be much more expensive than a puncture repair.

brendanb581

WobblyDog wrote: »

Defintely worth trying to get it repaired.


Also, as there is some wear on the tyre, some tyre centres may advise replacing both front tyres rather than just one, which would be much more expensive than a puncture repair.

I have only had the car for 3 weeks so Tyres are new

tastyhog

Get one of those diy plug kits, they don't cost much

flashg67

tastyhog wrote: »

Get one of those diy plug kits, they don't cost much

Not seen these - any links? As an ex-tyre fitter, I'd be wary of anything that doesn't involve taking the tyre off the rim to inspect inside.

boliston

i thought diy plugs were 'get you home' only

C_Mababejive

Repair. That tyre looks like it still has a lot of meat on it.

DIY plugging kits? Well i have one in my car as a get you home fix. I actually left one in place for months and it worked fine ! Up to you, individual choice/risk etc..