Tyre puncture Easter Monday

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 12:49pm #1

Does anyone know if my AA roadside assist membership will cover tyre puncture? And do they charge for repair?

Local garage is closed today.

Thanks

danoriordan1402 · 10-04-2023 12:57pm

Pretty sure they cover it, I had to call them out before cause I couldn't physically get the tyre off the hub, was rusted tight and had no mallet/hammer and in the middle of nowhere.

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 1:09pm

But I don't have a spare tyre in the hybrid tucson.

Any idea if they would fix the puncture at home?

There is Continental tyre sealant in the car. But I am not sure if it fixes the puncture.

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 1:26pm

This is the sealant

NewClareman · 10-04-2023 1:30pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120461337#Comment_120461337

It depends on whether you have home assist cover, or not. (At least that was the case a few years ago.)

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 1:38pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120461386#Comment_120461386

Yea I have home assist cover. I will call AA and check.

User1998 · 10-04-2023 2:29pm

If you have tyre sealant you should have a little air compressor too? I usually pump to 42psi and the tyre will stay inflated for at least a day or so if the puncture isn’t too bad

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 2:35pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120461534#Comment_120461534

Yes, there is little ait compressor also.

It seems a micro puncture, loss of 2 psi/24 hours.

AA would charge in the region of €60 to repair. I will wait until the tyre shops are open tomorrow, they usually charge €15. I will use air compressor again tomorrow morning.

Thanks 😊

Dirty Nails · 10-04-2023 3:49pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120461554#Comment_120461554

€60 for a puncture. Where did you get that figure? Fix would be usually free if it's on the thread. Sidewall punctures are unrepairable.

the_amazing_raisin · 10-04-2023 4:05pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120461381#Comment_120461381

Watch out for the sealant, it'll render the tyre unrepairable and you'll generally be forced to get a whole new tyre

You might need a new one anyway depending on the amount of damage, but I personally always try for a repair if possible

If you can get the AA guy out they might be able to put a temporary plug in

Emphasis on the temporary, they're only designed to last something like 50km at speeds up to 80km/h

It should be enough to get you to a tyre shop today or tomorrow

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 4:11pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120461787#Comment_120461787

Update:

The €60 figure was provided by a friend who used his car insurance company rather than the AA.

I have maximum possible cover from AA and they told me puncture cover is included and I don't have to pay.

I hope it will be a permanent fix.

Oops! · 10-04-2023 4:16pm

They will stick a plug in it and thats all if they can even find it, dont let them use the tyre sealant. Wait until the tyre shop is open in the morning and get it done properly, it's only a slow puncture, you know that yourself, my be the valve or the bead not sealing properly.

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 4:17pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120461863#Comment_120461863

Thanks for the heads up.

User1998 · 10-04-2023 4:51pm

Why get the AA out at all? Just top up the tyre and get it fixed at a tyre shop tomorrow.

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 5:34pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120461948#Comment_120461948

I didn't know it will be a temporary fix by AA. Otherwise I would have just waited until tomorrow.

The nail was big enough though, picture attached.

I will head to the tyre centre tomorrow. I don't understand why it's a temporary fix, the AA person did the exact same thing as they would at a tyre centre. Maybe the rubber piece used by AA is of inferior quality.

Thank you all for your guidance.

Oops! · 10-04-2023 5:39pm

Because if it's to be mended the proper way the tyre needs to be removed from the rim.

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 5:43pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462116#Comment_120462116

Ok

AA didn't take the tyre out, just turned the steering wheel on one side and found the nail, took it out, added some rubber putty and pushed it in using a sharp tool.

bmc58 · 10-04-2023 5:44pm

Many new cars have no spare tyre in the boot.Just this tyre sealant rubbish.Just go to a breakers yard and buy a spare tyre for your car.It will be worth it for in the long run.

_Kaiser_ · 10-04-2023 5:48pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462145#Comment_120462145

The problem with that is that there's nowhere to store a full-size spare in a newer car unless you want it taking up your boot space.

It annoys me too. My A7 has a space saver but I know that when the time comes, it'll be late some Saturday/Sunday night when I'm on a motorway home that I'll be forced to use it. Being limited to 80 km/h in the dark on a motorway doesn't exactly appeal.

Cordell · 10-04-2023 5:52pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462116#Comment_120462116

Not really, the only problem with the usual wick in the hole repair is that the tyre is not properly inspected, not the repair itself.

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 6:19pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462177#Comment_120462177

Is the proper tyre centre going to remove the wick done by AA and place a new one?

creedp · 10-04-2023 7:07pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462177#Comment_120462177

If the tyre holds pressure why go to a tyre repair centre to repair a non existent puncture? I've used those plugs on a number of occasions and I've never had a problem afterwards, certainly never went to have the plug replaced with a patch. The worst that can happen is the plug might fail at some point in the future, before the tyre needs to be replaced

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 7:38pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462431#Comment_120462431

It says "temporary puncture repair done" (picture attached). But yea I have done about 20 km already and tyre pressure remains the same.

Is it possible that the rubber putty would fall out?

I have seen proper tyre centre repairing puncture the exact same way. So I am not sure what else could be done tomorrow.

I got new continental tyres 4 weeks ago.

Any thoughts if I should still go to a proper tyre repair centre tomorrow?

Cordell · 10-04-2023 7:49pm

The rubber putty / wick won't fall out, the repair will last as long as the tyre. What they're saying is that you should inspect the tyre for additional hidden damage.

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 7:54pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462550#Comment_120462550

Ah ok.

I did inspect the tyre and its in perfect condition. Tyre pressure never went below 28 psi.

Oops! · 10-04-2023 8:11pm

You can't see inside the tyre...

creedp · 10-04-2023 8:14pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462514#Comment_120462514

You should do whatever your most comfortable with but for sure I wouldn't be going into a tyre centre with that tyre.

creedp · 10-04-2023 8:18pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462649#Comment_120462649

It was a nail, its not like he hit a kerb or a pothole which could have caused unseen damage to tyre carcase. Again if you would be happier to confirm that a nail didn't cause more substantial tyre damage, then go ahead, its only €15 all the same

Oops! · 10-04-2023 8:23pm

It's marked on the paperwork as a temp fix for a reason.... (In other words it's fook all to do with me if it does let go for any reason)

And yes i have seen first hand the damage that can be done and condemned tyres when the needed to be.

creedp · 10-04-2023 8:44pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462700#Comment_120462700

No problem. As I said if someone is happier to have the 'temporary fix' redone, go for it. Interesting that you have condemed tyres that have being punctured by a nail in the thread area of the tyre.

Oops! · 10-04-2023 8:56pm

Yes the odd time it had broken a strand of wire or 2 and pushed it back inside the tyre, plug almost pulled through. Also seen the evidence of the tyre been ran on the rim for a short while from the handful of rubber inside the tyre and wire broken through inside but you'd never think it by looking at the tyre when it was fitted on the rim and pressurised. not nice getting a strand of wire stuck in your finger i can tell you that.

masterboy123 · 10-04-2023 9:24pm

Thanks all,

I checked again and no issues whatsoever.

It's a brand new tyre and I doubt any tyre centre is going to examine the inside.

I will be watchful in the coming days though, but not going to the tyre centre tomorrow.

beachhead · 11-04-2023 9:53am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058291793/tyre-puncture-easter-monday

As stated if you have home assist they most likely tow you home and you sort puncture.Have had to call them in the past to loosen bolts on a punctured tyre.They changed the tyre for me.No charge.

ebbsy · 11-04-2023 10:19am

The AA is a good service for towing and other bits.

It is worth the money.

masterboy123 · 11-04-2023 4:06pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120464006#Comment_120464006

In my case, AA fixed the puncture. I was at home when I called AA and there was no charge for the puncture repair (I did give a good tip as it was easter).

I did 250 kms today and no issues with the tyre.

bmc58 · 11-04-2023 6:34pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462158#Comment_120462158

I drive a small Hundai i10 and when I bought it two years ago (new) there was a space for a spare wheel but in that space was the puncture repair kit.I said to the salesman I wasn't taking that and he went back to the store and got me one of those 80km wheels,which have got me out of trouble twice in the past couple of years.I do a nice bit of driving on mostly the M8/N40 and driving at 80km can be a bit intimidating I agree but as long as you keep in the left lane you'll be fine.In my Hundai there is a space for a spare wheel but was no wheel when I bought it.I'll be taking my 80km wheel with me when I change my car next month if theres no spare in my next Hundai.I have no interest in this "puncture repair rubbish".

the_amazing_raisin · 11-04-2023 7:26pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120462514#Comment_120462514

The tyre shop will install a permanent plug which goes on the inside of the tyre, it's different to the one AA installed. It'll be similar to the one below

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=7BqWQT23DP4&feature=youtu.be

The temporary plug could last anything from a few kilometres up to the lifetime of the tyre. It's temporary because it's only been tested and certified for around 50km

For the sake of €50 I'd bring it to the repair shop and see what they say

masterboy123 · 11-04-2023 9:04pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120466374#Comment_120466374

Where did you read that AA ones are certified for only 50km?

And why would it cost €50 to look at it when the full repair costs only €15?

Cordell · 11-04-2023 10:19pm

I doubt you will get anything more than what AA did for 15 euros, maybe for 50. But honestly, if tyre is fine there's no point.

the_amazing_raisin · 12-04-2023 7:15am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120466862#Comment_120466862

That's what the AA guy told me when they repaired the tyre. He said the purpose of the plug was to get me to a tyre repair shop for a proper repair.

You're correct, it didn't cost €50, it was €25 for me. They did put the plug in from the inside, I saw them do it. So it is a different repair to the temp plug

Like I said, it might last 1000km, it might last 50km. For me, I was about to drive 900km to try and catch a ferry and the thought of getting stranded on a motorway again wasn't worth saving €25

Since then the repair job has held and the tyre has been holding pressure for 6 months

masterboy123 · 12-04-2023 9:02am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120467762#Comment_120467762

In my local tyre centre they put the plug from outside as I have seen it and that's what the AA guy did.

Maybe for bigger damages they have to put the plug from the inside.

Tyre puncture Easter Monday

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