So, had the fun of picking up a puncture in my rear tyre today. Was pretty lucky in that I managed to make my way to a layby (very busy A23) when I felt it go, and the RAC got to us in about 1/2 hour so that was good. The puncture site was obvious, neat and round so that was good too!
Anyway, the mechanic put in a temporary repair which he said was good for up to 50mph and 250 miles. I tested the appropriate speed recommendation a wee bit (stayed within legal limits of course) and finished off my trip ,which was another 190 miles to get home, and all was fine.
My question is, does anyone have any experience with this kind of repair? The repair technique looked brutal enough to make me think a new tyre is definitely needed so it's really a question of urgency. As soon as as, or when I get round to it?
Anyway, the mechanic put in a temporary repair which he said was good for up to 50mph and 250 miles. I tested the appropriate speed recommendation a wee bit (stayed within legal limits of course) and finished off my trip ,which was another 190 miles to get home, and all was fine.
My question is, does anyone have any experience with this kind of repair? The repair technique looked brutal enough to make me think a new tyre is definitely needed so it's really a question of urgency. As soon as as, or when I get round to it?