I got a nail stuck in one of my stupidly expensive, worthless rear OEM tires.


i guess the good thing is i'm not losing any pressure, yet.
i'm planning on going back to charleston sometime this week for Christmas and need to fix this asap. However, when i got the car, it came with these on the front, Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 Tires (225/45/r18): UTQG-> 420 A A

i know the logical decision would be to get 2 new rear tires for even wear but
that would be a waste for the other rear tire. maybe i could sell it? if i do go w/ 2 new rear tires, what tires should i get as far as UTQG ratings in relations to the fronts? should i stick closely w/ the front specs?
I'm looking to spend under $200 for each tire. started searching on tirerack:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/TireSe...50&tireIndex=0

any recommendations?

 

^^ RE> "i'm planning on going back to charleston sometime this week for Christmas and need to fix this asap."

Since you seem to be in a hurry, an inexpensive and quick repair for now is simply plugging the nail hole.

--Spike

 

yeh but the nail is kinda in the sidewall. i'm guessing trying to plug that would just make it worse. those plug kits are intended for holes in the actual tread area of the tire i thought.

 

^^ The nail looks to be near the intersection of the tread and the sidewall.

For sure don't fix this with a "consumer repair kit." You must take this tire to a professional tire dealer that can tell you if the repair is possible.

My guess is that a plug with a patch will be OK.

--Spike

 

well i already did that yest. took it to tire kingdom and told me i just need a new tire. its non-patchable, repairable.

 

Any reason you didn't mention this in your Message #3 on this thread?

So... it appears you need a new tire (unless you are willing to get a second opinion).

--Spike

 

That is not repairable. I had the exact same thing happen to me a year ago except it was a drill bit.

Since you're looking for a lower cost alternative, my suggestion is to search Craigslist for someone selling the tire size you require and pick up two rear tires - I think BMWs also use the 245/45/18 size and you very well could get a deal on a set of Michelin Pilots - I picked up two for $75 and they had 90% tread.

 

That is a great suggestion. This time of year someone on craigslist will be looking to make a quick sale.

You can also check at some used tire shops. They might have a matching tire or an inexpensive pair.

Since you are in a hurry, you may just have to find a local retailer than has what you need in stock and pay the money for two new tires. In this case, you have to take what they have available. I'd get on the phone and start making calls tomorrow morning.

 

yeh, sorry about that. i should have just mentioned it in the first post

 

i'll check that out, thanks!

yep, planning on gettin on this first thing tomm morning

 

Hankook V12 is a good option. Should be around $165 for R18. Similar treadware rating. Happy with mine on the street and track.

 

you can go to most tire shops and buy a pair of used ones for 25/tire until you get a new pair or something like that for a quick fix.