this is the stuff , http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TYRE-SEALANT-TYRE-PUNCTURE-PREVENTION-CARS-1-CAR-PACK-/261083127097?_trksid=p4340.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222002%26algo%3DSIC.FIT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D11%26meid%3D1962916080772745966%26pid%3D100011%26prg%3D1005%26rk%3D1%26#ht_1283wt_1135
switch to non R-Flats is complete
- Thread starter mr wilks
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Here is something that I am going to try the next time I put new tires on. The cost is rather high to use on existing tires that are nearing the end of their useful life.
http://www.tyreshieldusa.com/pages/videos-media.html
http://www.tyreshieldusa.com/pages/videos-media.html
Always had tyre sealant in my BMW Bike tyres. Don't think I ever got a puncture and it gave me a great sense of security.
You can have it fitted anytime, but remember to tell the tyre fitter when you change the tyres!!!!!!! They won't thank you otherwise.
As an aside, I also use tyre sealant in my ride-on tractor and wheelbarrow wheels. Works a treat - even with inner tubes fitted.
You can have it fitted anytime, but remember to tell the tyre fitter when you change the tyres!!!!!!! They won't thank you otherwise.
As an aside, I also use tyre sealant in my ride-on tractor and wheelbarrow wheels. Works a treat - even with inner tubes fitted.
black-spring
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Quick one, a friend of mine just stated i would need to change the run flat monitoring system? is this correct and what is required to be completed?
black-spring
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great!! now what are the recomendations for tyres,,, ha ha
cheers
cheers
great in all conditions & not to pricey if you shop around mr wilks said:
How much does the stuff weigh? Just thinking that added weight to the tyre = an increase in rotating mass and therefore increased fuel consumption... or maybe I'm just overthinking this!
Why would you put sealant before you have a puncture? and once you have a punture and put sealant in why wouldnt you repair/ change the tire straight away? confused
Bought my car with brand new n-rft and the ride is already very stiff, can only imagine what rft are like! also do you think going down an alloy size makes much difference? considering some 17" for winter tires...
Bought my car with brand new n-rft and the ride is already very stiff, can only imagine what rft are like! also do you think going down an alloy size makes much difference? considering some 17" for winter tires...
RLiu said:
if you caught last weeks Watchdog on bbc you would know the answer 8)
80,000 calls to the breakdown companies last year from folks who for a variety of reasons could not inflate their flats with the emergency kit .at the roadside ?
plus no way of removing wheel for many as no jack or wheel brace
Does switching to non run flats really make a huge difference to the ride comfort? My girlfriend is always complaining the ride is too hard, and I'm inclined to agree.
It's been a few months since I had my Z4M, but I'm sure it wasn't as hard as my 3.0i with RFT tyres. My Z4 is running Sport suspension and 18" wheels and the ride really is rock solid. Anything I can do to soften it up a bit? Would changing to non RFT tyres make a big difference to overall ride comfort?
It's been a few months since I had my Z4M, but I'm sure it wasn't as hard as my 3.0i with RFT tyres. My Z4 is running Sport suspension and 18" wheels and the ride really is rock solid. Anything I can do to soften it up a bit? Would changing to non RFT tyres make a big difference to overall ride comfort?
Ha Ha my 14 Yr old says my 224's look 'Gangland' whatever that means....think it means they look mean :?mr wilks said:Taz x said:mr wilks, pics
to quote dr hannibal lecter "all good things to those who wait "
soon as i can i will Mr T
what i will say is the rear offset looks a treat 8) my 20yr old son came out for a pic to post on his VW forum & said they looked "ripping"whatever ?
dan yeates said:
i wasn't convinced as i had ran RF's on previous cars without feeling ride was harsh .
then i bought a set of 224,s that came with standard rubber & man what a difference ,
not just more comfortable but more sure footed / less twitchy & no tramlining whatsoever .
once you switch you won,t go back
I've considered changing my Bridgestone runflats for non-runflats; however, I understand that insurers consider this to be a modification to the original manufacturer's specification and therefore could void your insurance if you were involved in an accident?????
Do you need to check with your insurer? Those that have changed to non-runflats, have you considered the above?
Thanks
John
Do you need to check with your insurer? Those that have changed to non-runflats, have you considered the above?
Thanks
John
I changed to NRFTs on my 330d coupe prior to buying the Z4 and have to say the ride was much better. I manage motor claims for a large insurer and would recommend you tell your insurer if you change - most will not increase your premium.
If you are with a reputable insurer and you have an accident not involving a blow out, your claim is unlikely to be affected ( if you do have a blow out with NRFTs and you've not told your insurer, your claim is almost certain to be affected or turned down )
If you are with a less reputable insurer and youve not told them about the NRFTs, your claim may be affected even if the claim is nothing to do with the tyres as you have technically modified your car and not declared it - something you are required to do as part of the contract you have with your insurer
If you are with a reputable insurer and you have an accident not involving a blow out, your claim is unlikely to be affected ( if you do have a blow out with NRFTs and you've not told your insurer, your claim is almost certain to be affected or turned down )
If you are with a less reputable insurer and youve not told them about the NRFTs, your claim may be affected even if the claim is nothing to do with the tyres as you have technically modified your car and not declared it - something you are required to do as part of the contract you have with your insurer
