AtlantisBlue

Took my Q in for service today. Adviser shows me where tire picked up a screw right at edge of sidewall on inside of rear tire.

I am being told tire cannot be plugged and cost for replacement is $489. This is the Dunlop SP Maxx Summer tire. If it needs to be replaced, that is fine. But, if it can be plugged then I'd rather do that since the tires will need to be replaced by next summer anyway.

Thoughts?

Gavin0478

Google hot vulcanization repair and see if there is anywhere that can do that in your area.

Its not it cant be done its that most places cant do it.

Cadx6

If the puncture is too close to the sidewall, it is dangerous to just repair it - it's the weakest part of the tire.
Check Tire Rack online - possibly better price & they have local centers that can install.

Gavin0478

It is not dangerous to repair, It just needs a better repair than a plug.

Force-1

Flat Tire Repairs - Past the Point of No Return

B490MTL

Should be fine, did it at least twice on cheap Chinese tires and they never leaked or exploded.

AtlantisBlue

Thanks everyone for the feedback. Spoken with my local tire guy late yesterday and he suggested it be replaced; mentioning my more "spirited" driving style

pjsean5

Good decision on replacing it. You may find a used one with the same remaining tread-life on a local tire shop.

Bklyn_Quattro

THIS...it can be repaired and as a precaution, you should rotate the tire to the rear if its a front tire that is involved.

AtlantisBlue

Yesterday (Sunday) I Remembered that the Audi Care package purchased when I took delivery also included Road Hazard. Delux coverage, 5 years, unlimited mileage, $5,000 lifetime max. Tire is covered 😊.