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C&M

Member Since: 28 Aug 2020
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 185

Screw in Tyre - is it worth repairing?

I picked up a screw in my nearside front tyre and now have a slow puncture.

I'm getting it replaced today by Tyres on the Drive as I dont have time to take it to a shop.

the screw is just off centre.

I was wondering whether its worth keeping the tyre for an additional spare and getting it repaired in slow time or getting them to take it away.

the tyre has done about 7k miles. Defender D250 HSE
Dender 110 XS - sadly gone
VW Polo
VW Caravelle - Gen 6

15th Mar 2024 12:50pm

discomog

Member Since: 09 May 2015
Location: Notts/Lincs Border
Posts: 2526

2015 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Santorini Black

As long as the puncture is in the centre and less than 6mm diameter then it is legally deemed to be safe to repair. If it meets the above criteria then it is your decision whether you want to drive on a repaired tyre or not.

I recently had a puncture on my Mini Countryman and had it repaired to get me going but have since ordered a new one "just to be on the safe side". I think my life is worth more than £150 Defender 90XS SW
Mini Countryman Cooper S
Morgan Plus 8

15th Mar 2024 1:18pm

C&M

Member Since: 28 Aug 2020
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 185

good point and you're right

dont want to put my wife and kids at risk Defender D250 HSE
Dender 110 XS - sadly gone
VW Polo
VW Caravelle - Gen 6

15th Mar 2024 1:29pm

jst

Member Since: 14 Jan 2008
Location: Taunton
Posts: 8013

2011 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 USW Stornoway Grey

my wifes a5 pickjed up a puncture in new winter tyres less than 100miles, i fixed it, centre of tread pattern. run like that for 5 years no problem. Cheers

James
110 2012 XS Utility
130 2011 M57 bespoke Camper
90 2010 Hardtop
90 M57 1988 Hardtop

15th Mar 2024 1:34pm

Leamreject

Member Since: 19 Dec 2020
Location: Middle Earth - Leamington Spa
Posts: 970

If it’s repairable then repair it. We have to many tyres going to landfill that have life left in them and were safe to repair.

Don’t waste our natural resources or your money necessarily

Ride like you stole it!!
If I’m not on a bike it’s because only a 4x4 will do…
2011 2.4 Puma 90 HT

15th Mar 2024 3:42pm

custom90

Member Since: 21 Jan 2010
Location: South West, England.
Posts: 20307

No problem to repair, Rhino do a good kit on Amazon. ⭐️⭐️God Bless the USA 🇬🇧🇺🇸 ⭐️⭐️

15th Mar 2024 3:58pm

Clemmo

Member Since: 03 Aug 2012
Location: Mile Oak
Posts: 1217

2010 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 HT Stornoway Grey

Definitely repair …

Technology massively improved for repairs in last 10 years.
Tyre centres have strict protocols to ensure safety.
They wouldn’t put you back on the road if there was a future lawsuit possibility.
I’ve had tyres repaired and they have gone on to fulfil normal lifetime

Clemmo

Make today a little better than yesterday but not so good as tomorrow....
Defender 90 HT............Pangea Green
BMW X3 Msport............Carbon Black
Mini Electric................Grey. (wow!)
MGB Roadster……..........Vermillion 17k miles
Honda Benly CD200....Maroon --------McLouis Fusio........7.4m of fun

15th Mar 2024 6:48pm

C&M

Member Since: 28 Aug 2020
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 185

thanks for all the replies.

I'll take it to the local tyre shop in the next few weeks then.

I dont want to add to landfill if they can repair safely. Its nearly new Defender D250 HSE
Dender 110 XS - sadly gone
VW Polo
VW Caravelle - Gen 6

15th Mar 2024 8:01pm

Nuclear Nick

Member Since: 21 Aug 2021
Location: Southwest
Posts: 282

I would be happy with a professional repair at all speeds and loads for the remaining life of the tyre.

15th Mar 2024 8:22pm

Moo

Member Since: 01 Oct 2021
Location: UK
Posts: 1356

Same.

Eiger Grey MY23 D250 SE with bits. Known as Noddy.

15th Mar 2024 10:13pm

spudfan

Member Since: 10 Sep 2007
Location: Co Donegal
Posts: 4646

My work vehicles had tubeless tyres and any screw/nail punctures were always repaired. 1982 88" 2.25 diesel
1992 110 200tdi csw -Zikali
2008 110 2.4 tdci csw-Zulu
2011 110 2.4 tdci csw-Masai

27th Mar 2024 4:57pm

Bluest

Member Since: 23 Apr 2016
Location: Lancashire
Posts: 4206

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Java Black

Having repaired wouldn't worry me, I'd get it done at a reputable place. 2007 110 TDCi Station Wagon XS

27th Mar 2024 6:33pm

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