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Why is hot patching not used for tire repairs nowadays?

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AaliyahLee
07/30/25 1:29am

Modern tires have steel wires in their treads, making them less suitable for hot patching methods. Here is some relevant information about tire repairs: 1. Cold patching: This method involves removing the tire, locating the puncture, cleaning any debris around the puncture area, and then applying a specialized tire repair patch from the inside of the tire to seal the leak. This method is similar to bicycle tire repair but requires specialized tire repair equipment and patches. 2. Using a mushroom plug: This involves using a mushroom-shaped rubber patch. The puncture is located from inside the tire, the stem of the mushroom is pushed through to the outside, and the excess part is trimmed off. The inner part is then secured with specialized adhesive. The stem of the mushroom provides an external repair effect, while the cap acts as an internal repair. The mushroom plug method takes longer and is more expensive than other repair methods, but it offers better and more durable results, making it the best tire repair method available.

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