Originally Posted By: Linctex
Originally Posted By: Claud
Looks like the whole spectrum has been covered, from don't risk a dodgy repair to plug the sidewall and what the heck. So who is right?.
We all are, in our own view.
I've got 27 vehicles, trailers, tractors, equipment, etc.
When I need it to WORK, I need it RIGHT NOW.
I don't care what's "dodgy" as long as it holds air long enough to finish the job.
I currently have a carriage head bolt (outside) with a nut and fender washer (inside) plugging one tractor tire hole.
As long as it holds air............
Linctex,
I am going to use your post to illustrate something. I hope you realize I am not criticizing your methods.
There is a certain amount of risk associated with everything. In the case of the above post, it's that the tire could fail and cause more than just a flat. The amount of air in tires is enough to send people flying across the room. There are even reports of large mining trucks being pushed off the haul road into the mining pit. Not a good thing.
The problem here is that one could go a long time before the risk catches up - and that might lead people into thinking that the risk is nonexistent. Unfortunately, reality has a way of teaching some very harsh lessons.