Ongoing General Automotive Thread 2.0

[Fuzz]

That should be easily repairable(patch plug method). I dunno about driving on it, it could be short enough not to penetrate. You could put some soapy water and try moving it around to see if you get bubbles. Issue is if it hasn't penetrated, driving on it could cause a penetration, or it could get knocked loose. If you do decide to drive on it(I probably wouldn't) over-inflate it a bit(extra 5 psi) because it's near the edge of the tire, so with more pressure the vehicle weight will be more heavily carried by the centre of the tread area, and less where the screw is.

[Fuzz]

Originally Posted by Bill Bumface

Go to Canadian Tire, buy this, and never worry about this type of hassle again. If you put a bike pump (or better) in your trunk, you can save your own ass on a future road trip as well.

Those are handy in a pinch. Because they aren't vulcanizing, and I've seen old ones leak, I wouldn't rely long term. Because his is a new tire, I'd want a vulcanized patch plug. But you can use it as a temporary fix for sure.

That's also a winter tire, do you have the summer set to swap on when you get it fixed?

[Bill Bumface]

Originally Posted by Fuzz

Those are handy in a pinch. Because they aren't vulcanizing, and I've seen old ones leak, I wouldn't rely long term. Because his is a new tire, I'd want a vulcanized patch plug. But you can use it as a temporary fix for sure.

I fully recognize this is sound advice - however, I'm something like 12/12 on lifetime success rate putting those rope patches in my own tires and friends/family.

One of them lasted me ~7 years until the tires were dead (also a very new tire that took a puncture). I've definitely had several others make it 5+ years.

And if it starts leaking? Grab another one from the trunk.

[Fuzz]

Originally Posted by Bill Bumface

I fully recognize this is sound advice - however, I'm something like 12/12 on lifetime success rate putting those rope patches in my own tires and friends/family.

One of them lasted me ~7 years until the tires were dead (also a very new tire that took a puncture). I've definitely had several others make it 5+ years.

And if it starts leaking? Grab another one from the trunk.

I too am lazy and don't always take my own advice.

[Bill Bumface]

Originally Posted by Fuzz

I too am lazy and don't always take my own advice.

Haha, that was it for me. I scoured the internet looking for an anecdote of someone having a blowout on a rope patched tire. Lots of dire warnings that they are temporary, but not even one story of someone having an issue. I figure the up-side/down-side was reasonable to give it a run.

[Locke]

Originally Posted by fotze2

It’s in the groove.

Would you say you've been....screwed??

[Fuzz]

Originally Posted by Bill Bumface

Haha, that was it for me. I scoured the internet looking for an anecdote of someone having a blowout on a rope patched tire. Lots of dire warnings that they are temporary, but not even one story of someone having an issue. I figure the up-side/down-side was reasonable to give it a run.

I can definitely say I've seen it several times(up to 10?). But that doesn't really tell you anything about the failure rate. And most of the time we did do quick plugs, unless the repair or customer required a patch plug, or it was a commercial vehicle, high load, etc.



We used plugs like this, with the glue. The vulcanization makes sense to work better, as it basically reacts to form a new rubber to seal the gaps.


https://www.dura-vulc.com/tire-repai...l-tire-repair/


I think I only ever saw one fail.

[burn_this_city]

I threw at least a hundred of those into tires working for a shop and don't remember any comebacks. Have used them extensively myself and they've always lasted the tire.

This might be beyond the pale for some, but I put one in a week old PS4S a couple years back and remembered it again when I mounted them last week.

[curves2000]

I bought a used SUV off a friend in pristine condition and it came with 2 sets of tires and an extra tire since one of the all-seasons may need to be replaced, not sure. I ended up getting a smoking deal on another set of wheels/tires so I don't need to do the annual changeover.

Basically I have 13 tires in excellent condition for this thing with all pretty much 8-9/32 tread left. I wouldn't mind keeping the tires as long as possible and looking for good storage tips for Calgary climate. I got them in a garage currently and wrapped in 2 tire plastic bags each. Any other good storage tips anybody has to extend life?

Tires are all approx 3-4 years old from installation with one brand new.

[Ironhorse]

I just keep mine in the garage, but off the concrete floor. Has worked well for 20 years. If they are on rims, stack them on their sides. If just tires, keep them upright.

[Bill Bumface]

Those tires are going to age out regardless unless you drive a LOT. 8-10 years is the general guidance for the longest amount of time you should use tires for before they should be removed for safety.

I'd sell the ones you can't use right now.

[cam_wmh]

Just a follow up as many moons ago, I was imploring this forum and others, into good quality, dash cam, that doesn't break the bank.

Went with VanTrue again (had it in my previous car), this time the E2. I like them. Decent night vision, easy to use.
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0BD584W5Y?...d_asin_title_1


Now, I'm shopping for little dash cam's for my motorcycle. (bonneville)
Recommendations out there? I'm actually considering something off AliExpress this time around.. in addition to a phone mount. Quad Lock's are $$$$$$

[fotze2]

Originally Posted by Ironhorse

I just keep mine in the garage, but off the concrete floor. Has worked well for 20 years. If they are on rims, stack them on their sides. If just tires, keep them upright.

why does it matter off the floor or sideways or vertical?

[TorqueDog]

Just picked up from a three-stage polish, ceramic coat, and interior detail...







Floormats are from Easirider in the UK who does lambswool rugs for RR, Bentley, etc.

[fotze2]

How much did the detail cost?

[TorqueDog]

All-in, $1,000. That's the polish, ceramic, and interior detail.

He's got my Aston Martin right now and that'll be $700 for the same service.

[photon]

Very nice! Who did you use?

[cam_wmh]

Dope. How many ceramic layers did they put down?

[TorqueDog]

Originally Posted by photon

Very nice! Who did you use?

Originally Posted by cam_wmh

Dope. How many ceramic layers did they put down?

Doctor Detail on Southport Road.

As for how many layers, that's a great question, and clearly not one I was smart enough to ask. This is my first time splurging on a ceramic coating. I'll ask him.

Also, engine cover project is complete, just waiting for the aluminum 'SUPERCHARGED' paint to cure:



Some cleanup left to do around the letters, but really happy with the result.

[Bill Bumface]

Originally Posted by TorqueDog

Also, engine cover project is complete, just waiting for the aluminum

Where'd you source the cover? They had CF engine covers in B7 RS4s and they notoriously went brown with age from the heat. I wonder if there's anything you can do/need to do to prevent that.

Spoiler!