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Got a second opinion from local indy , no it cant be repaired , dont have one in stock because they 'dont get much demand for tyres like that' and if he did he wants £275. out of interest rang my dealer they quoted the same as kwikfit but they want car all day and if i want a loaner (they are 40 miles away) that will be the best part of 3 weeks wait which is a bit dissapointing and I will have calf muscles like usain bolt
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I think they don't like repairing runflats cos they cant tell if it has been driven on flat. With a non-rft tyre, they can see damage to the sidewall, but with a rft, the sidewall is different (stronger?) so any damage is not visible.
They are worried about repairing the tyre, then it failing, and the s**t flying back at them. Hence why the previous post said ATS got him to sign a disclaimer.
I think rft were originally not recommended for repair by the manufacturer, but this is now changing, so perhaps some places genuinely believe you don't repair a rft, or don't want to risk any comebacks....or just want to fleece the customer!
They are worried about repairing the tyre, then it failing, and the s**t flying back at them. Hence why the previous post said ATS got him to sign a disclaimer.
I think rft were originally not recommended for repair by the manufacturer, but this is now changing, so perhaps some places genuinely believe you don't repair a rft, or don't want to risk any comebacks....or just want to fleece the customer!
chasBMW said:Might not be hard for you but im useless at practical stuffTitanTim said:If its a nail puncture then repair it yourself with a plug kitNot hard to do.
Tim.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRvaKN39CtA
Its really not that difficult, I haven't had a puncture for some years but tried this method on my previous Mazda and it worked fine although easier with the wheel off. I imagine its no more difficult on a runflat and few pounds as opposed to a few hundred
Tim.
Iv'e had two nails through tyres over the last couple of years in 18" run flats. BMW and the usual tyre repair companies told me that it was impossible to repair run flats and all quoted upwards of £250 each for replacement. Contacted a local independant who came to the house took one look and quoted £15 plus VAT. On each occasion the repair was plugged and no more problems. I even offered him a tip which he refused and just asked for future business As long as the puncture is not in or too near the side walls it's not a problem. He has had my business since when new tyres were needed.
There are a few protyre centres in Hampshire. Try one of those, they normally are pretty good.
Repaired my last puncture for £19.
Repaired my last puncture for £19.
