New tire yes or no

Christopher06 · 03-18-2016, 03:38 PM

So for a few days now the tires (run flates) on my X5 msport with the 19s got a nail stuck in it loses air but I just put more in it.Takes a day or 2 till it gets to the point when I have to put more in it.I saw on the internet that some people have patched theirs but when I call tire shops they tell me to replace it because it can't be fix. The car only has 569 miles. Should I just buy a new tire or see if I can find a shop to repair it.

Your advice is much appreciated

ixlr8 · 03-18-2016, 04:21 PM

Most manufactures recommend to replace RF's if damaged in any way. Some manufactures say their tire can be patched, depending on what the damage is and where it is. If it is nearer the edge of the tread/side wall, the tire should be replaced. If it is in the center 80% of the tread there is a good chance it can be patched. It is a bit of a shot in the dark, for what RF's cost... I am cheap and if it is just a simple nail, I would have my local shop patch it.

xweb10 · 03-18-2016, 04:39 PM

I had my run flats patched up. Tire shop charged me nothing, but I gave the worker $20

Joshualmarley · 03-18-2016, 05:00 PM

I had a similar issue in my Corvette. Patched it and sol it 19,000 miles later still perfect.

stewy604 · 03-18-2016, 05:04 PM

Just had one of my rear Ice & Snows patched, no issues...was a screw in the outermost tread block. I knew it was there, but BMW mentioned it when it was in for service, but they wouldn't touch it. It wasn't leaking when I dropped it off, but I think the tech removed the screw, found that it punctured through, and promptly put it back. They then quoted me on tire replacement (of course). I took it direct from there to a friend's shop...removed tire, patched...voila.

CarguyF15 · 03-18-2016, 05:25 PM

What a bunch of B.S.. I had that happened to me a few months ago. Went to a local chain tire store. Sale's man told me that my tire manufacture (conti) does not recommend their tires to be patched. I laughed and left the place. The next day I when to another tire store and they patched it for twenty bucks.

Christopher06 · 03-18-2016, 05:35 PM

Thanks guys I'll see if I can find a good shop to patch it

stewy604 · 03-18-2016, 05:48 PM

Typical...tire companies are in the business of selling tires, so that makes sense. I'm sure there's a liability component as well. Just pass me the waiver to sign.

jlstyle · 03-18-2016, 06:10 PM

That can be patched.

bsavage · 03-18-2016, 10:46 PM

same thing happened to me. i didn't even know it but the dealership told me at an oil change that my tire had a nail. they patched it for $40.

Stinkyxy · 03-19-2016, 04:11 AM

I thought the tires came with road hazard warranty for the first year. Wouldn't they replace the tire for free

MichiganMike · 03-19-2016, 06:32 AM

It would be best to repair the tire as soon as possible if you are going to go that route. Driving on the tire with a nail or screw in it may cause additional damage to the tire. Consider the information in the link below.

http://www.hogantire.com/auto-servic...re-repair.aspx

"It is also important to note that the longer a driver uses a flat tire, the more unlikely it becomes that a tire repair service can be performed."

Also, note the post in the thread below by JBX in Boston where he was told by local tire store that normally a run flat tire may be patched, provided the puncture is properly situated.
http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=570306

You may need to shop around to find a tire store that will do the repair.

crackerjack15 · 03-19-2016, 08:34 AM

patch it yourself. I have patched many a tire with a plug kit and never had any issues ever. Where that screw is, is the easiest to repair.

This is all you need. You can buy these kits at walmart.

http://www.amazon.com/Slime-1034--T-...8394453&sr=1-1

I carry this kit with me and a tire pump. Saves time if I get a flat somewhere not having to wait for a tow truck.

alphaod · 03-19-2016, 10:55 AM

Patch it, but I would go to a shop and make sure to both plug the hole and glue patch it from the inside. Don't skimp on this.

xweb10 · 03-19-2016, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stinkyxy

I thought the tires came with road hazard warranty for the first year. Wouldn't they replace the tire for free

See my post here: http://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho...3#post19128103

Christopher06 · 03-19-2016, 03:06 PM

So I called a tire shop they said they can patch it so I'll head their Monday morning hope all goes well

RR-NYC · 03-20-2016, 11:14 PM

I had a screw in my tire. Brought it into the dealer to have them remove it and replace it under the tire/wheel coverage. When they did, it turned out to only be the head of a screw.

Christopher06 · 03-23-2016, 04:28 PM

patched it up and its been a few days with no problems thank you guys for the advice

stewy604 · 03-24-2016, 09:27 AM

Good stuff man, glad it worked out.

03-18-2016, 03:38 PM	#1
Christopher06 Private First Class 39 Rep 178 Posts Drives: F15 Msport Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	New tire yes or no So for a few days now the tires (run flates) on my X5 msport with the 19s got a nail stuck in it loses air but I just put more in it.Takes a day or 2 till it gets to the point when I have to put more in it.I saw on the internet that some people have patched theirs but when I call tire shops they tell me to replace it because it can't be fix. The car only has 569 miles. Should I just buy a new tire or see if I can find a shop to repair it. Your advice is much appreciated Attached Images Last edited by Christopher06; 03-18-2016 at 04:38 PM..
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ixlr8 Private First Class 18 Rep 137 Posts Drives: 2016 X5 35i Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Eastern Shore Virginia iTrader: (0)	Most manufactures recommend to replace RF's if damaged in any way. Some manufactures say their tire can be patched, depending on what the damage is and where it is. If it is nearer the edge of the tread/side wall, the tire should be replaced. If it is in the center 80% of the tread there is a good chance it can be patched. It is a bit of a shot in the dark, for what RF's cost... I am cheap and if it is just a simple nail, I would have my local shop patch it.
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xweb10 Private First Class 89 Rep 164 Posts Drives: 2015 x5 35d Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	I had my run flats patched up. Tire shop charged me nothing, but I gave the worker $20
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Joshualmarley Enlisted Member 6 Rep 35 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 35D M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Houston,TX iTrader: (0)	I had a similar issue in my Corvette. Patched it and sol it 19,000 miles later still perfect.
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03-18-2016, 05:04 PM	#5
stewy604 Lieutenant Colonel 290 Rep 1,547 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW X5 xDrive 35d M Sport Join Date: May 2014 Location: Vancouver, B.C. iTrader: (0)	Just had one of my rear Ice & Snows patched, no issues...was a screw in the outermost tread block. I knew it was there, but BMW mentioned it when it was in for service, but they wouldn't touch it. It wasn't leaking when I dropped it off, but I think the tech removed the screw, found that it punctured through, and promptly put it back. They then quoted me on tire replacement (of course). I took it direct from there to a friend's shop...removed tire, patched...voila. __________________ 2014 BMW X5 xDrive 35d M Sport Mineral White 2011 BMW 135i M Sport Space Grey 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 750
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03-18-2016, 05:25 PM	#6
CarguyF15 Enlisted Member 3 Rep 30 Posts Drives: 16 x5 50i, 16 M235i Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Socal iTrader: (0)	What a bunch of B.S.. I had that happened to me a few months ago. Went to a local chain tire store. Sale's man told me that my tire manufacture (conti) does not recommend their tires to be patched. I laughed and left the place. The next day I when to another tire store and they patched it for twenty bucks.
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03-18-2016, 05:35 PM	#7
Christopher06 Private First Class 39 Rep 178 Posts Drives: F15 Msport Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys I'll see if I can find a good shop to patch it
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03-18-2016, 05:48 PM	#8
stewy604 Lieutenant Colonel 290 Rep 1,547 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW X5 xDrive 35d M Sport Join Date: May 2014 Location: Vancouver, B.C. iTrader: (0)	Typical...tire companies are in the business of selling tires, so that makes sense. I'm sure there's a liability component as well. Just pass me the waiver to sign. __________________ 2014 BMW X5 xDrive 35d M Sport Mineral White 2011 BMW 135i M Sport Space Grey 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 750
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jlstyle Lieutenant Colonel 357 Rep 1,762 Posts Drives: Porsche Panamera Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 Audi S7 [0.00] 2015 BMW X5 [0.00]	That can be patched.
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bsavage New Member 2 Rep 13 Posts Drives: 2015 X5 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: chicago iTrader: (0)	same thing happened to me. i didn't even know it but the dealership told me at an oil change that my tire had a nail. they patched it for $40. __________________ Current: 2015 X5 35i Past: 2014 X3 35i msport 2008 335i
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03-19-2016, 04:11 AM	#11
Stinkyxy Lieutenant 153 Rep 460 Posts Drives: X5 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	I thought the tires came with road hazard warranty for the first year. Wouldn't they replace the tire for free
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03-19-2016, 06:32 AM	#12
MichiganMike First Lieutenant 132 Rep 362 Posts Drives: 2016 X3 xDrive 35i Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0) Garage List 2020 X3 M40i [0.00] 2016 BMW X3 35i [0.00]	It would be best to repair the tire as soon as possible if you are going to go that route. Driving on the tire with a nail or screw in it may cause additional damage to the tire. Consider the information in the link below. http://www.hogantire.com/auto-servic...re-repair.aspx "It is also important to note that the longer a driver uses a flat tire, the more unlikely it becomes that a tire repair service can be performed." Also, note the post in the thread below by JBX in Boston where he was told by local tire store that normally a run flat tire may be patched, provided the puncture is properly situated. http://x3.xbimmers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=570306 You may need to shop around to find a tire store that will do the repair. Last edited by MichiganMike; 03-19-2016 at 01:12 PM..
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03-19-2016, 08:34 AM	#13
crackerjack15 Major 858 Rep 1,006 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 50e Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: West Virginia iTrader: (0)	patch it yourself. I have patched many a tire with a plug kit and never had any issues ever. Where that screw is, is the easiest to repair. This is all you need. You can buy these kits at walmart. http://www.amazon.com/Slime-1034--T-...8394453&sr=1-1 I carry this kit with me and a tire pump. Saves time if I get a flat somewhere not having to wait for a tow truck. __________________ 2025 X7 40i -- (previous-2024 X5 50e -- 2024 X7 M60i -- 2021 X7 40i -- 2019 X7 40i -- 2017 X5 50i -- 2015 X5 35i)
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alphaod Mmmmm… 1152 Rep 2,426 Posts Drives: F15 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: New York iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW X5 xDrive50i [10.00]	Patch it, but I would go to a shop and make sure to both plug the hole and glue patch it from the inside. Don't skimp on this.
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03-19-2016, 03:06 PM	#16
Christopher06 Private First Class 39 Rep 178 Posts Drives: F15 Msport Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	So I called a tire shop they said they can patch it so I'll head their Monday morning hope all goes well
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03-20-2016, 11:14 PM	#17
RR-NYC Captain 154 Rep 663 Posts Drives: 2020 X3MC Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: NYC / Miami Beach iTrader: (0)	I had a screw in my tire. Brought it into the dealer to have them remove it and replace it under the tire/wheel coverage. When they did, it turned out to only be the head of a screw.
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03-23-2016, 04:28 PM	#18
Christopher06 Private First Class 39 Rep 178 Posts Drives: F15 Msport Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Boston iTrader: (0)	patched it up and its been a few days with no problems thank you guys for the advice
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03-24-2016, 09:27 AM	#19
stewy604 Lieutenant Colonel 290 Rep 1,547 Posts Drives: 2014 BMW X5 xDrive 35d M Sport Join Date: May 2014 Location: Vancouver, B.C. iTrader: (0)	Good stuff man, glad it worked out. __________________ 2014 BMW X5 xDrive 35d M Sport Mineral White 2011 BMW 135i M Sport Space Grey 2007 Suzuki GSX-R 750
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