Can a Punctured Tire Sidewall Be Repaired?
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Tire sidewall punctures can be repaired under the following conditions: 1. If the tire is not leaking air, shallow rubber damage or cracks on the sidewall can be repaired. 2. If the sidewall shows bulging, it indicates severe internal cord breakage, which cannot be repaired. Additional details: 1. Plug Repair. This involves using an awl to widen the puncture hole and inserting a rubber plug to seal it. Advantages: Quick and time-saving. Disadvantages: High risk of re-leakage, significant tire damage, greatly reduced tire lifespan, tire deformation, major imbalance issues, suitable only for emergencies. 2. Cold Patch Repair. (1) "Cold Patch" involves removing the tire from the rim, cleaning and sanding the puncture hole, applying cold patch glue, and pressing a patch over it. Advantages: Easy and quick to apply, minimal tire damage. Disadvantages: Common air leaks; patches may detach in extreme temperatures. (2) "Mushroom Plug" features a rubber stem in the center of the cold patch, resembling a mushroom. The puncture hole is widened with a drill to insert the stem, then pressed and sealed. Advantages: Durable and long-lasting. Disadvantages: Significant tire damage, major imbalance issues, high cost. 3. Hot Patch Repair. This method involves sanding the puncture hole, applying hot vulcanizing agent, filling it with raw rubber, then pressurizing and heating. Advantages: Extremely durable, no detachment, long lifespan, minimal tire damage, no imbalance issues, and effective for sidewall repairs.