Wheels and Tires Discussion about wheels and tires for the S2000.
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Old Jun 23, 2003 | 01:35 PM
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Nice, have had my s2k for 2 days and I run over a bloody 2 inch screw. I pulled it out of the tire and put a Gorilla plug into the hole, has keep pressure for 3 days now. Is this okay or should I get the tire repaired with a patch on the inside?
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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 05:32 AM
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Yes, get it patched, although if you plan on driving over 100 you should get the pair replaced. plugs are bad. Patches are fine, if done right, but they void the speed rating of the tyre. If you only replace the single tyre you can have problems with uneven wear. If I were you I'd bite the bullet and install a new pair. I've had a tyre blow on my Civic, and believe me if a tyre lets go over 100, you'll really wish you had replaced it.
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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 06:27 AM
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you've got a brand new S, you can buy one replacement tire. there shouldn't be any uneevn wear issues at this point. do it mail order and save a few bucks. make sure that you order the correct side (left/right) tire.
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Old Jun 24, 2003 | 07:15 AM
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Actually the tire industry recommends a plug and patch. Most tire stores can handle this for you. I would take the car to a Bridgestone/Firestone dealer and let them take a look at it.

Jim
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