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Can I use tyre weld for long term use?

  • 17-05-2016 12:35am
    #1
    zbluebirdz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 270 ✭✭zbluebirdz


    I've recently had 2 new tyres put onto my motorbike a few weeks back.

    Front tyre has developed a leak somewhere - needs to be pumped up every few days.
    Rear tyre also has a tiny leak as well (loses about 4-5 psi a week).

    The mechanic (who fitted the tyres) said something about the rim and tyres no longer getting a good seal/fit. Found this to be a bit strange as I've never had this problem before (had bike for 8 years) and the fact both wheels have leaks at the same time ...

    The mechanic said that I should fill them up with tyre weld.

    Question: Can I use tyre weld for long term use? (i.e. for the life of the tyres).

    Or should I take the bike to another shop and get the tyres refitted?


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  • #2
    Alan Steep Cemetery
    Posts: 4,186 ✭✭✭ Alan Steep Cemetery


    zbluebirdz wrote: »
    I've recently had 2 new tyres put onto my motorbike a few weeks back.

    Front tyre has developed a leak somewhere - needs to be pumped up every few days.
    Rear tyre also has a tiny leak as well (loses about 4-5 psi a week).

    The mechanic (who fitted the tyres) said something about the rim and tyres no longer getting a good seal/fit. Found this to be a bit strange as I've never had this problem before (had bike for 8 years) and the fact both wheels have leaks at the same time ...

    The mechanic said that I should fill them up with tyre weld.

    Question: Can I use tyre weld for long term use? (i.e. for the life of the tyres).

    Or should I take the bike to another shop and get the tyres refitted?

    Bring them back and tell him to take them off and give you the money back. No you shouldn't need to use tire weld and dont.


  • #3
    Soundman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,593 ✭✭✭Soundman


    ^^^ This.

    Time to find yourself a new mechanic/bike repair shop!


  • #4
    D3V!L
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,958 ✭✭✭D3V!L


    Sounds like someone damaged the bead on the tyre.


  • #5
    Del2005
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,031 ✭✭✭✭Del2005


    If they are both slow leaks get a small 12V compressor and keep the tyres inflated. But you do need to get the tyres and wheels checked to see what was done on the last fitting to cause both to develop a problem.


  • #6
    Max Headroom
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,101 ✭✭✭Max Headroom


    Common problem with alloy rims..the water and salt mixture eats away at inside rim causing this...once you break the bead the seal is damaged and the new tyre wont seal properly..you could bring them back and ask him to clean up the rim , some guys will put a film of silicone around the rim....if it seals with the tyre weld just leave it...wont do any harm..


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  • #7
    stewygriffin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,936 ✭✭✭stewygriffin


    Instructions on the back of a tyre weld can clearly state thats its only a short term solution to get you home.


  • #8
    galwaytt
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,784 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    Max Headroom wrote: »
    Common problem with alloy rims..the water and salt mixture eats away at inside rim causing this...once you break the bead the seal is damaged and the new tyre wont seal properly..you could bring them back and ask him to clean up the rim , some guys will put a film of silicone around the rim....if it seals with the tyre weld just leave it...wont do any harm..

    ^^^^^^this.

    Old BeeEmms do this a lot, and the cure was to take tire off, wire brush the tyre seat, paint/spray it, and refit. Worked for me.

    Happens on car alloys too btw.

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  • #9
    Fabio
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,261 ✭✭✭Fabio


    This is a strange one. I would agree that it is possible that the wheels have oxidised to a point where air is coming out through the bead ever so slightly but you'd notice this happening extremely slowly over time and when the tyre heats up the bead would expand slightly making the fit better.

    If you DO have to use Tyre Weld rest assured that it is safe. I was in a similar position once where a mushroom plug was not sealing 100% so the mechanic said a squirt of Tyre Weld would gather at the plug and fill around it. It wasn't supposed to be a long-term fix but it became one. It lasted 4000 miles or so, was tested far above legal speed limits, and it was fine. There were no balance issues either. When I changed the tyre a few weeks ago it easily washed off the inside of the wheel.

    Basically, don't be afraid to use it but do some further research on your wheel/tyre seal. You'd rather not have to put Tyre Weld in after EVERY tyre change.


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