Nail in tyre - replace or repair

Ice Rich

Ice Rich

Ice Rich

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Hi all,

I've had a nail in a rear tyre for a week so want to get it sorted asap. Not losing any pressure but I don't like the feeling of having it blow-out on me (is that more likely?).

Just wondering, is getting it repaired ok rather then needing a new tyre?
My local tyre fitter repairs at £8.
 
Nothing wrong with repairs & as it's on the rear & more than likely a FWD there is even less worry.
 
£8 is a bargain. Surely that would be the first thing to try and they can tell you if it's possible. Is the nail in the center or the sidewall?
 
I've been in the tyre place and had them pull out a screw that didn't deflate, it was up to me if I wanted it plugged and I got them to do it.

National say this which I didn't know,

For tyres rated 'V' and above, only one repair is allowed.
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Never seen anyone check for how many repairs a tyre has had, just plug the puncture

http://www.national.co.uk/information/puncture-repairs.aspx
Puncture repairs are carried out in accordance with NTDA and BSAUl59 regulations which stipulate that:
Tyres can only be repaired in the area marked 'T'.
For tyres rated 'V' and above, only one repair is allowed.
NOTE: NEVER FIT AN INNER TUBE WITH A TUBELESS TYRE
EXCEPT ON A TUBE TYPE WHEEL

Minor penetration repairs are not permitted in this area.

In every case the tyre should be inspected and if any of the following are noted then it shouldn't be repaired:

Illegal tread depth (below 1.6mm across the central ¾ of the tyre tread throughout the entire circumference)
Run flat damage - breakdown of the tyre's structural integrity
Secondary damage - caused by the injuring object
Ageing/deterioration of tyre rubber
Bead damage
Exposed cords
Faulty/poor previous repairs
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