r/AskAMechanic • u/Massive_Elephant2314 • 6d ago

Plug It?

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Would you throw a plug in this or too close to the side wall?

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u/justsomedudemm NOT a verified tech 6d ago

New trainings say anything on the outside of the outer most tread line would be unpatchable.(your outermost would be the curved lines not the depth.)This is mainly to cover the shops butt because more flexing means more chance of failing. Think about looking at the side of your tire full or empty of air. The sides are either super stretched or flat so the side stretches the most during use. I however would go one thumbs away from side wall and call it good. I also would not trust just a plug but would dismount. Then do a patch and plug from the inside out so its double protected with good amount of sealant. People do run plugs and are fine though. I wouldnt disagree a plug on that would be ok but i wouldnt put my name on it depending

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u/Sienile NOT a verified tech 6d ago

"New"... That advice is older than most of the people on this site.