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Old Jul 24, 2018 | 05:49 AM
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Patch it Then put a bottle of Ride On in frt and rear tire
Ride On is some good stuff
 
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Old Jul 24, 2018 | 08:40 AM
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If tubed, I'd agree patch plus new tube.

If tubeless, I'd replace.
Patching, actually plug kit, is fine for an emergency, but....

New Tube, patch, mount & balance = $100.
New Tire, mount and balance = $150.
New Tube, Rim Band, Tire, mount and balance = $200.00
(Guessing the costs)

Your call, good luck.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2018 | 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by 2AMGuy
Bet your life on it???

Buying a new tire is no guarantee you will make it out of the tire shop parking lot without a flat.

If you are that worried about it you should buy a tire pressure monitor.

I would patch it and not even blink.
 
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