[Etnier]

I've got a screw embedded in the LR tire's tread, right up near the sidewall. It's a slow leak right now: I can drive around while reinflating from time to time. I'm told it can't be repaired because it's so close to the sidewall. I figure I'll put some FixAFlat in while I wait for a new tire(s). Questions:



FixAFlat says I must remove the screw before use. Good idea?



Should I plan on replacing both tires? About 1/8" tread depth remaining.



Thanks...

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[Greimann]

I would avoid fix0flat. It is just a bunch of goo that will slime your tire man once he breaks the bead to mount new tires. I prefer to use the plug patches. They are the sticky worm like plugs that you push in with tools. They come in a kit. And yea, I think replacing both tires is a good idea.

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[Etnier]

As stated above, I was told a plug patch couldn't be put in my tire because of the location of the puncture. If I replace both tires it's something like $400.00. Maybe the goo isn't such a bad thing?

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[Jim Child]

I would bite the bullet and replace both rear tires.

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[BruceWard]

John,



I assume that you are only planning to use the fix-a-flat until new tires that have already been ordered arrive?



I have been in the same situation, with an unrepairable tire and no replacements available locally. Fix-a-flat will work, but as Dave said , the guy who changes the tire will not enjoy the goo. The plugs Dave mentioned are available at places like Walmart and Autozone in DIY kits. You can use those plugs in the short term.



I drive my 968 too fast and too hard to take risks on worn or damaged tires. If it were me I might drive carefully on the DIY plug for a few days to get by, but would order all four or two new rear tires asap.

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[Silver BLT]

If you do use the "Fix A Flat" in a can, do the tire installer a favor and tell him its in there before he breaks the bead. He'll take better car of you for being considerate.



Been on both sides of this coin. YUCK



Silver BLT

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