Thoughts on tire plugs

krx927 · 09-11-2014, 02:25 AM

Just plug away. It shouldn't be an issue if it is a decent plug.

I had mine done a few months ago even if the puncture was just under an inch away from the side. It works perfectly!

After 3rd puncture in a year I just went to it. Feed up on buying new tires because of punctures, I am buying plenty as I make them bald

SenorFunkyPants · 09-11-2014, 04:25 AM

This is the UK regulation for tyre repair area. So divide the repair area number by half and that is the permitable distance from the tyre centre line that a repair can be made.
I've had a few repairs to rear tyres of 911s done without problem - assuming you used the mushroom shaped plug glued and fitted from inside the tyre.

CSBM5 · 09-11-2014, 08:16 AM

Thanks for the UK data chart, good to have.

Here's a link to Tire Rack's summary of manufacturer's data also.

One main thing to always consider is what happened to the tire when it was flat. If the leak was caught and the tire never driven when severely underinflated, the sidewall is likely not damaged. For non-RFT tires, you can usually inspect the sidewall inside and see obvious damage from severe overheating and such if it occurred..."generally." If you've driven the tire underinflated/down to "flat", especially at speed, you're best off replacing it.

Dave07997S · 09-11-2014, 03:27 PM

You are always better off patching a tire than plugging it. That being said I had a 997.1S that I just put brand new Pirelli Pzero N 305/30/19s on and picked up a nail. I plugged it and it lasted 8kmiles until I had to change the rear tires again. That being said I always prefer patching over plugging.

Dave

**ben@tirerack** · 09-11-2014, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave07997S

You are always better off patching a tire than plugging it. That being said I had a 997.1S that I just put brand new Pirelli Pzero N 305/30/19s on and picked up a nail. I plugged it and it lasted 8kmiles until I had to change the rear tires again. That being said I always prefer patching over plugging.

Dave

Dave you raise a good point. Patching a tire ensures a better seal.

The best and 'proper' way to repair a puncture is to both patch and plug it.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tirete...&affiliate=AW8

apecush · 09-11-2014, 05:27 PM

Tracked a plugged/patched tire and ran it to the cords. Had zero issues with pressure loss, instability, or tire deformation.

1MOREMOD · 09-11-2014, 05:28 PM

Most shops use a combo plug/patch I thought now anyways. Takes some time to get right and get good seal so who you use matters.

Dave07997S · 09-11-2014, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ben@tirerack

Dave you raise a good point. Patching a tire ensures a better seal.

The best and 'proper' way to repair a puncture is to both patch and plug it.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tirete...&affiliate=AW8

Good point Ben, thats what I did when I had to patch the Pirelli, which I bought from you guys. The shop plugged then patched it.

Did this with a RFT as well with no issues. The tire never lost all the air and only drove it 5 miles to the shop.

Dave

radiantm3 · 09-11-2014, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by apecush

Tracked a plugged/patched tire and ran it to the cords. Had zero issues with pressure loss, instability, or tire deformation.

Same here. No issues as long as it's done right and not near the edge of the tires.

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krx927 Private First Class 36 Rep 195 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Europe iTrader: (0)	Just plug away. It shouldn't be an issue if it is a decent plug. I had mine done a few months ago even if the puncture was just under an inch away from the side. It works perfectly! After 3rd puncture in a year I just went to it. Feed up on buying new tires because of punctures, I am buying plenty as I make them bald
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SenorFunkyPants Brigadier General 2511 Rep 4,381 Posts Drives: 2019 M5 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	This is the UK regulation for tyre repair area. So divide the repair area number by half and that is the permitable distance from the tyre centre line that a repair can be made. I've had a few repairs to rear tyres of 911s done without problem - assuming you used the mushroom shaped plug glued and fitted from inside the tyre.
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09-11-2014, 08:16 AM	#25
CSBM5 Brigadier General 2721 Rep 3,334 Posts Drives: 2019 M2 Comp, 2011 M3, etc Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Greenville, SC iTrader: (2)	Thanks for the UK data chart, good to have. Here's a link to Tire Rack's summary of manufacturer's data also. One main thing to always consider is what happened to the tire when it was flat. If the leak was caught and the tire never driven when severely underinflated, the sidewall is likely not damaged. For non-RFT tires, you can usually inspect the sidewall inside and see obvious damage from severe overheating and such if it occurred..."generally." If you've driven the tire underinflated/down to "flat", especially at speed, you're best off replacing it. __________________ Current Stable: 2024 G20 M340i Melbourne Red/Cognac 2019 F87 M2 Competition 6MT, LBB, slicktop, exec pkg 2007 E91 328i Silver, slushbox, Eibach fr/E93 M3 rear sway bars, ARC-8
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Dave07997S Brigadier General 720 Rep 3,964 Posts Drives: 2020 Ford Mustang GT Join Date: May 2009 Location: El Segundo, CA iTrader: (1)	You are always better off patching a tire than plugging it. That being said I had a 997.1S that I just put brand new Pirelli Pzero N 305/30/19s on and picked up a nail. I plugged it and it lasted 8kmiles until I had to change the rear tires again. That being said I always prefer patching over plugging. Dave __________________ 2020 Ford Mustang GT 6MT PP1 444rwhp (Sold)2013 M3 Coupe-MR/BLK ZCP, 2011 M3 Coupe-MR/Blk 2007 Porsche 997C2S Speed Yellow/Blk sport seats 2004 BMW M3 Imola/Blk
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apecush Lieutenant 30 Rep 521 Posts Drives: 2008 E90 M3 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Edmonton iTrader: (2)	Tracked a plugged/patched tire and ran it to the cords. Had zero issues with pressure loss, instability, or tire deformation.
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1MOREMOD - 11817 Rep 23,187 Posts Drives: Race car-> Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: check your mirrors iTrader: (5)	Most shops use a combo plug/patch I thought now anyways. Takes some time to get right and get good seal so who you use matters.
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