Got a nail in my tire! Is it repairable??

JessieJ · 10-07-2012, 12:35 PM

So as I was driving home I heard a funny noise coming from the back of my car last night. Unfortunately when I woke up this morning to take a look I seen this. Im wondering if it is repairable or not? If so, what are some good shops around Brampton/Mississauga.
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surendrant · 10-07-2012, 12:55 PM

I don't think it is if it's run flat dude

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robc1976 · 10-07-2012, 01:09 PM

Exact same thing happened to me:

I got a patch and all is good...have data logged at over 140 no issues. How do you like your invo's? (I have a set on the way) Your tire will be good as new man....it is in a good location to fix.

Here is my brand new PSS that got a screw in it:

http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/1...9633319890.jpg

dtea604 · 10-07-2012, 01:29 PM

Bcaa cost u 15 bux lifetime repair

Zebra99 · 10-07-2012, 06:34 PM

Most shops will tell you that you cant repain an RFT.... something above compromising the integrity of the tire.

In any case, A patch would fix that right up - make some calls and see who will do it.
-p.s. I use to work for Firestone years ago and I know we weren't allowed to do it.

e90-328i · 10-07-2012, 07:56 PM

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e9012345 · 10-07-2012, 08:53 PM

fully repairable as long as you don't have a sidewall puncture.. and as long as it's not a run-flat.

If you're on a non-runflat.. take it to active green and get it patched for $30 and you're good to go

Auto Pilot · 10-08-2012, 02:00 AM

If it's an RFT, doesn't it matter how much you drove on the tire when flat, something about the sidewalls? My understanding is that it's repairable provided you didn't drive it with the tire deflated. Did the air completely leak out or is the air pressure inside the tire still pretty good?

JessieJ · 10-08-2012, 12:19 PM

Hey guys,
Thanks for the responses i appreciate the help! Yes they are non-run flats but the tire has not lost any air either. She is still parked in my garage and the tire pressure seems fine. I will be calling some shops tomorrow to get it fixed and see who is willing to do it.

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Originally Posted by robc1976

Exact same thing happened to me:

I got a patch and all is good...have data logged at over 140 no issues. How do you like your invo's? (I have a set on the way) Your tire will be good as new man....it is in a good location to fix.

Here is my brand new PSS that got a screw in it:

http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/1...9633319890.jpg

As far as the Invo's they are pretty good tires. They do stick well especially on dry conditions but I have to say in wet conditions they are OKAY but not the best. One thing I can vouch for is that they are quiet. I read reviews about people saying they make noise and so forth but I have a RWD and they seem fine. I think you will enjoy these tires but not as much as the PSS's.

335BBS · 10-09-2012, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Auto Pilot

If it's an RFT, doesn't it matter how much you drove on the tire when flat, something about the sidewalls? My understanding is that it's repairable provided you didn't drive it with the tire deflated. Did the air completely leak out or is the air pressure inside the tire still pretty good?

OFFICIALLY RFTs are not repairable but as long as tire never went right down and was driven on sidewall it will be fine. I've had RFTs plugged before. Will never buy a car with RFt again. Mine are in garage.

335BBS · 10-09-2012, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by JessieJ

Hey guys,
Thanks for the responses i appreciate the help! Yes they are non-run flats but the tire has not lost any air either. She is still parked in my garage and the tire pressure seems fine. I will be calling some shops tomorrow to get it fixed and see who is willing to do it.

As far as the Invo's they are pretty good tires. They do stick well especially on dry conditions but I have to say in wet conditions they are OKAY but not the best. One thing I can vouch for is that they are quiet. I read reviews about people saying they make noise and so forth but I have a RWD and they seem fine. I think you will enjoy these tires but not as much as the PSS's.

Calling SOME shops? Dude, its a flat tire. Anyone will plug it in about 10 mins. You could even do this type yourself.

MOAB · 10-09-2012, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 335BBS

Calling SOME shops? Dude, its a flat tire. Anyone will plug it in about 10 mins. You could even do this type yourself.

Not necessarily true. Some shops won't plug run flats due to perceived liability issues.

MarkD · 10-09-2012, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by MOAB

Not necessarily true. Some shops won't plug run flats due to perceived liability issues.

Why talk about RFT's when he doesn't have them?

See post #9: Yes they are non-run flats

jim.e. · 10-09-2012, 11:24 AM

I would just plug it myself. Go to Canadian Tire and buy the kit for $10. I've lost count how many times I've done this on both the E90 and TL, works perfectly.

335BBS · 10-09-2012, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by jim.e.

I would just plug it myself. Go to Canadian Tire and buy the kit for $10. I've lost count how many times I've done this on both the E90 and TL, works perfectly.

Exactly. That would be the absolute easiest type to fix as you know exactly where the hole is.

robc1976 · 10-09-2012, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 335BBS

Exactly. That would be the absolute easiest type to fix as you know exactly where the hole is.

fid mine like this and it is perfect?

MOAB · 10-09-2012, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by MarkD

Why talk about RFT's when he doesn't have them?

See post #9: Yes they are non-run flats

you da man.

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robc1976 DIYER 614 Rep 5,521 Posts Drives: E90 335i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois iTrader: (14)	Exact same thing happened to me: I got a patch and all is good...have data logged at over 140 no issues. How do you like your invo's? (I have a set on the way) Your tire will be good as new man....it is in a good location to fix. Here is my brand new PSS that got a screw in it: http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/1...9633319890.jpg __________________ JB4 G5, Stage 3 LPFP, Stage 2 MOTIV PI, VM 6466 ST, Custom OCC W/ SS lines, ER FMIC, ER CP W/HKS BOV, M3 control arms, M3 guide rods, M3 upper links, M3 front & rear sway-bars, HPA rear toe arms, Wavetrac LSD, HPF Gen 2, DEFIV kit, KW clubsport, Delrin solid SF bushings, stoptech rotors, Rogue Tranny Mounts, 1M bumper, M3 CF hood, M3 fenders, M3 OEM sideskirts, Mtech rear bumper, CSL trunk, MORR VS8.2 rims 245/295
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Zebra99 Colonel 112 Rep 2,856 Posts Drives: 2011 335is E93 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ontario iTrader: (6) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i E93 [10.00]	Most shops will tell you that you cant repain an RFT.... something above compromising the integrity of the tire. In any case, A patch would fix that right up - make some calls and see who will do it. -p.s. I use to work for Firestone years ago and I know we weren't allowed to do it.
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e9012345 Lieutenant 29 Rep 430 Posts Drives: e90 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: North York iTrader: (0)	fully repairable as long as you don't have a sidewall puncture.. and as long as it's not a run-flat. If you're on a non-runflat.. take it to active green and get it patched for $30 and you're good to go
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Auto Pilot First Lieutenant 10 Rep 303 Posts Drives: 2011 SG CR 335xi e92, M-Sport Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: GTA, Ontario iTrader: (0)	If it's an RFT, doesn't it matter how much you drove on the tire when flat, something about the sidewalls? My understanding is that it's repairable provided you didn't drive it with the tire deflated. Did the air completely leak out or is the air pressure inside the tire still pretty good?
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jim.e. Lieutenant 34 Rep 557 Posts Drives: 07 E90 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Brampton//Markham iTrader: (4)	I would just plug it myself. Go to Canadian Tire and buy the kit for $10. I've lost count how many times I've done this on both the E90 and TL, works perfectly.
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