[greer4411]

Hi guys,

Im well fedup of RFT on my e92.

i have had 3 punctures in the last 2 months, each time i go to a tyre place, they all say they cant repair them and i have to buy a new tyre.

so 3 x £270 for a new rear bridgestone, over the past 2 months.

the latest one was this morning, started the car to go shopping with the missus, drove 1/2 mile and BING BING, tyre monitor!!!!!!!!!!!!

Only place open today was kwickfit, so called them and they had one in stock @ £325, advised i had have them cheaper £270 etc from a few other places, so they price matched etc.

so back on the road. i have always thought of going the none runflat road and changing them all, but the upfront cost etc and the fact that people and bmw say the car was setup for RFTs.

what i was thinking of is there a tyre insurance that you can get or can i get that green gunk stuff which you put in the tyre which seals straight away when you get a puncture.

cheers

Jamie

[Dr Dave]

Sounds like your tyre shops don't want to do puncture repairs.

What happens to the punctured casings after they've been changed?

If you haven't got them then I'll bet my bottom dollar that they are repaired at dinnertime and put on ebay the same night for £80+

Tell me I'm wrong!

I get RFT puncture repairs down here, about £15 all in.

[acerboo]

why not get a price for another make, id never buy bridgestones again.

[dxb335d]

You can repair runflats.

[Dr Dave]

Originally Posted by dxb335d

You can repair runflats.

Indeed you can, I don't know why people have so much trouble!

Obviously if the tyre has been driven flat for any distance then that could affect the repairability of it. Plus whereabouts on the tyre the puncture is.

[ElegantSpoon]

No where in Plymouth will repair or fit anything other than RFTs! I tried this with my Z4 and Mini and they wouldn't budge! They must all have come to the agreement they won't do it. Bastards!

[- Paul -]

Is it not possible to repair yourself with the right equipment?
I wouldn't risk it personally but it must be possible - it's not rocket science.


"Plug Method

In this type of repair method, tools required include hand drill, inserter, solution, and blades. Hand drill is used to clean and make the hole visible. Inserter is used to insert the plug stem into the affected hole, solution or the adhesive is used to fix the plug and a sharp blade is required to trim the extra repair compound present near the punctured surface.

Plug method is considered to be accurate and effective that gives a permanent, strong and airtight tyre repairing.

Patch Method

In this repair method, patches are used to fix the puncture. For this only file, readymade patches, and adhesive is used. File is mainly used to roughen the surface area near the punctured portion of the tyre and then readymade patches are placed inside the tyre with the use of an adhesive.

Filler Method

Filler method is one of the most widely accepted methods for puncturing a tubeless tyre. Most of the car mechanics and service providers use this method because it is believed to be one of the most effective methods that give the strongest repair.

In this type of method, a mechanic needs a probe, repairing tool, needle, adhesive or vulcanizing fluid, T-shaped handle tool, rubber plug, and Allen Key. Probe is used to displace the steel cords for easy application of repair strips. Repairing tool is used to place the repair compound in perfect position. Needle is used to locate the torn out area and the T-shaped handle tool for application of repair strips to the car tyres. Adhesive is required for fixing and securing the strips and the rubber plug for insertion. Allen Key is mainly used to drive bolts and screw to fit the tyre repair strips better off the affected tyre portion.

The key advantage of this type of repair method is that the tyre is not required to be removed from the rim.

[- Paul -]

[dxb335d]

Loads of places do them. Just dont go in with a negative attitude.

I had one issue once when i first wanted to fit non runflats, but it was just a misunderstanding and a cock up on my part.

[ElegantSpoon]

Nice tash