Screw in rear tire
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2007
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From: Ontario Canada
Was changing the oil on the truck yesterday and while laying on the ground, I noticed a screw in the rear tire of my SG.
I have patched and plugged many car/truck tires and never gave it much thought but, I plugged the tire and am having second thoughts about riding it.
I guess my question is, has any one plugged a rear tire and if so, were there any problems?
What really sucks is that there is only 5K miles on it.
I have patched and plugged many car/truck tires and never gave it much thought but, I plugged the tire and am having second thoughts about riding it.
I guess my question is, has any one plugged a rear tire and if so, were there any problems?
What really sucks is that there is only 5K miles on it.
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 1,120
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When I am on a vehicle that only has two wheels I tend to air on the side of caution. I did however when I was younger and ride much lighter bikes plug many tires successfully with a plug kit from teh auto parts store.
On my bagger, I'd get a new tire. I had a friend have a plug come out of a tire on the freeway at 80 with his GF on teh back and I was riding right behind him. It was scary. He made it to the side of the highway safely but I would never want to risk that happening to me. Tires are expensive but hospital stays are much more expensive.
On my bagger, I'd get a new tire. I had a friend have a plug come out of a tire on the freeway at 80 with his GF on teh back and I was riding right behind him. It was scary. He made it to the side of the highway safely but I would never want to risk that happening to me. Tires are expensive but hospital stays are much more expensive.
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2010
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From: Oklahoma
Same thing once happened to me at less than 1,000 miles. I put a slime plug in it and road it io the dealer expecting to buy a new tire. The dealer took the tire off and installed a plug that looked like a mushroom from inside the tire. They showed me the plug before remounting and balancing the tire. No problems since. Also, if you look at the Dunlop website, it actually states they are OK with plugs in some situations.
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Nov 2011
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From: OKC
Tires are relatively cheap....I get a hole in one, I may patch it to get home and wait for the replacement tire to come by The Brown Truck, but that's it. I ride too fast and in unison with others who depend on me not to **** up to trust a patch plug, plug, etc.
Club Member
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From: Bedford UK
Ask around and see if you can get a vulcanised plug fitted. That is heat-sealed into the tyre and should prove a lot more effective than a puncture kit plug. Having said that I have only ever 'repaired' my punctured tubeless bike tyres by replacing them. It can hurt financially, but.......
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2010
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From: Kafar Hanusi
Was changing the oil on the truck yesterday and while laying on the ground, I noticed a screw in the rear tire of my SG.
I have patched and plugged many car/truck tires and never gave it much thought but, I plugged the tire and am having second thoughts about riding it.
I guess my question is, has any one plugged a rear tire and if so, were there any problems?
What really sucks is that there is only 5K miles on it.
I have patched and plugged many car/truck tires and never gave it much thought but, I plugged the tire and am having second thoughts about riding it.
I guess my question is, has any one plugged a rear tire and if so, were there any problems?
What really sucks is that there is only 5K miles on it.
The sticky plugs used by most shops these days are also good, most cases the right way to go, this seals inside and outside, if caught within 2 weeks or so, the plug works just fine.
No need for a new tire unless you just want to spend money. A screw is not the end of most tires.
Road Master
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 1,151
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From: Seattle
I picked up a screw on a road trip and luckily had some stick strip plugs and cheapo air compressor which allowed me to get home for the remaining 400 miles. It held fine but I'd rather get a new tire than take a chance of a highway blowout.
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Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 212
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From: Florida Space Coast
Thanks for all of the reply's guys.
I have a tire plug kit that uses the sticky plug and vulcanizing fluid which I set fire to (briefly) after the install to finish the sealing process. It seems to be holding air fine.
Being winter (not so much here in Florida), I have no plans for any long trips so I think I will just ride it locally until the replacement gets here. I have the tools to replace the tire so at least I wont have to make an appointment or some such silliness!!!
I am with all that suggested how inexpensive a tire is in relation to being in the hospital, or worse.
Thing is; the ole lady is pissed cause I wont let her ride with me till I get a new one.
To bad the '95 has smaller tires. I keep a few in the garage cause the 113 likes to smoke-em-up.
Hell its only money, I cant take it with me!!!
I have a tire plug kit that uses the sticky plug and vulcanizing fluid which I set fire to (briefly) after the install to finish the sealing process. It seems to be holding air fine.
Being winter (not so much here in Florida), I have no plans for any long trips so I think I will just ride it locally until the replacement gets here. I have the tools to replace the tire so at least I wont have to make an appointment or some such silliness!!!
I am with all that suggested how inexpensive a tire is in relation to being in the hospital, or worse.
Thing is; the ole lady is pissed cause I wont let her ride with me till I get a new one.
To bad the '95 has smaller tires. I keep a few in the garage cause the 113 likes to smoke-em-up.
Hell its only money, I cant take it with me!!!
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From: Newcastle, OK
+1 for Ride On. I have it in both tires, but I have yet to get a puncture. However, you need to see the video on their website.