Flat Tire

[tatomiami]

Probably this is a stupid question, but when I read the manual of my new 997, it says that tires should not be fixed, so does it mean each time I get a nail I have to buy a new tire??

One more question, my car has in the rear 305/30/19 wheels, anyone has an idea how long will they last and the replacement value??

Thank you

SF

Edited December 28, 2006 by Loren
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[LVDell]

If it is repairable you can have it done but it will lose the speed rating. Not worth it in my opinion. Get the road hazzard warranty and have them replaced when you get a nail, etc.

[rfedele]

using a tire plug to fill a nail hole is not recommended on high performance tires because it voids the speed rating. I have done it though, because in normal even spirited driving I can't imagine you'd approach your "new" max speed.

also, your tires are 305/30/19 not the wheels. you can get replacements at tirerack.com. you didn't list what brand tire you have but if its bridgestone they are $339, michelin $488, pirelli $465.

if you have significant wear you should replace in pairs, not just one.

some peope get as little as 7k miles and others close to 15k. depends on brand , driving style etc.

[BennyGca]

I've had 7 nails in 2 summers... And I've had BMW patch them every time (since my Porsche dealer wont), no high speed blowouts yet... I doubt I or anyone else could push the car hard enough on public roads to cause the patch to fail.

The only time I didn't repair was when the puncture was near the sidewall... That was the last one and it cost me 2 305/30/19s.!. Now I have an extra with 40% wear.

[pjslowik]

There is a combo plug-patch that is installed from the inside. Look for a shop that specializes in these repairs.