While I was putting the snow tires on my wife's car today, (2017 Chevy Impala) I noticed a nail imbedded into one. I have no idea how long it has been there but there was no air loss warnings via the TPM.
I found the location somewhat unsettling as most are alway on the bottom of the tread, not on the bottom edge/side like this one is. With that being said, what is everyone's thoughts on repairing this? Just a plug like I normally do or should an internal patch be applied?
I never pulled the nail so I have no idea how deep/long the nail is but if I had to guess, judging by the business end of the nail, I'd say it's likely a decent size and has likely penetrated right through?
Suggestions on how to go about repairing this would be appreciated.
(I have a similar kit as this already)
I found the location somewhat unsettling as most are alway on the bottom of the tread, not on the bottom edge/side like this one is. With that being said, what is everyone's thoughts on repairing this? Just a plug like I normally do or should an internal patch be applied?
I never pulled the nail so I have no idea how deep/long the nail is but if I had to guess, judging by the business end of the nail, I'd say it's likely a decent size and has likely penetrated right through?
Suggestions on how to go about repairing this would be appreciated.
(I have a similar kit as this already)
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