What kind of glue is used for sidewall tire repair?
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Tire sidewalls cannot be repaired with adhesive, the tire must be replaced. Here are the reasons why repair is not possible: 1. Tire sidewalls deform: The sidewall is the weakest part of a tire and normally deforms during driving to absorb minor road bumps. This constant deformation makes sidewall repair unfeasible. 2. Risk of tire blowout: Continuing to drive with damaged sidewalls poses a blowout risk, compromising driving safety. As tires roll, friction with the road generates heat, causing internal air to expand (thermal expansion principle). The damaged sidewall area becomes thinner and may rupture under internal pressure.