I broke a part of my car's tire valve (the TPMS sensor, maybe?), dropped my car off at the tire shop and realized I have no idea how much this will set me back. Does anyone have an idea what these repairs might run me?
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posted by JannaK
on Dec 19, 2012 -
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I want to get a new rear wheel for my bike so I can swap it out when I put it on the indoor trainer and not wear out my current tires. How do I do this? Do I just need another wheel, another hub and another cassette?
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posted by Borborygmus
on Aug 19, 2012 -
9 answers
So I tried to patch a bike tube on my lunch break and I apparently didn't spread enough of the vulcanizing agent. Is the tube ruined?
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posted by thecaddy
on Mar 21, 2012 -
14 answers
I know very little about car tires. Having problems finding a Blizzak-type winter tire, and retailer of same, for lady friend's older car. Advice gratefully accepted!
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posted by Alaska Jack
on Nov 11, 2011 -
13 answers
I'd like to put some slick (or semi-slick) tires on my mountain bike. What would be a good choice? My biggest requirement is that they'd be pretty easy to install. Second requirement would be cost. I'd rather not spend 50 bucks a wheel.
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posted by sideshow
on Jul 27, 2011 -
19 answers
I need to find the best tire store in Northern Virginia. My '04 Tiburon has a wheel that's been leaking air for months and after failures by three different tire shops I'm at my wit's end.
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posted by Jamesonian
on Jul 24, 2011 -
11 answers
There's a nail in my tire, what's the best course of action for the circumstances at hand? Quick responses welcomed.
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posted by RolandOfEld
on May 25, 2011 -
22 answers
Leaky rims. What do I need to do to stop my car from gradually settling into the ground?
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posted by Scientist
on Dec 8, 2010 -
15 answers
Does anyone know, What in hell could have happened to my brothers truck tire?!?
(Pic. of blow tire) He has no idea, and is sure he didn't hit anything driving at about 50mph. Thanks everyone?
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posted by Benzle
on Jul 11, 2010 -
6 answers
No spare tire in car!! Need advice on good 12 V (plug into cigarette lighter socket) tire inflater and fix-a-flat
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posted by luvmywife
on Jun 15, 2010 -
19 answers
There are black threads coming off the sides of my bike tires - do the tires need to be replaced?
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posted by valleys
on Apr 25, 2010 -
11 answers
Is tire pressure different if you measure with wheel off the car (as compared to when it is on the car and holding the weight of the car)?
posted by chefscotticus
on Sep 18, 2009 -
67 answers
Front-wheel drive car. Back tires worn and will be replaced. Front tires okay for now. Where should the new tires go?
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posted by Opposite George
on Sep 15, 2009 -
25 answers
I have a tire that keeps losing pressure rapidly. In a car with front wheel drive, would it be safer to have the tire on the front, or the back? At least until the tire can be replaced.
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posted by Malice
on May 17, 2009 -
18 answers
My 2002 VW Jetta has a flat tire, the hubcap requires a special key to remove it, and I can't seem to find the key. Can someone tell or show me what I'm looking for? (It's our first flat in this car, and the manual doesn't show it clearly.) If I call roadside assistance to change the tire, and I can't find the key, will they likely have a key with them?
posted by Horace Rumpole
on Jan 15, 2009 -
17 answers
Are "low rolling resistance" tires a worthwhile investment? And how should I go about finding them? How much more should I pay for this type of tire?
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posted by abkadefgee
on Sep 30, 2008 -
6 answers
How do you choose tires for a car? In particular, what is the best deal on all-season long lasting tires for a 2004 Toyota Matrix XR Front Wheel Drive, size 215/50/R17 in Southern Ontario.
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posted by Chuckles
on Aug 19, 2008 -
15 answers
Where can I get rid of a old donut-type spare tire? The tire shop won't take it because it has a rim.
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posted by ilyanassa
on Jun 27, 2008 -
10 answers
So I got a flat tire on my 1984 toyota corolla. I just got my rear tires replaced two months ago and the flat was one of them. I went to get it replaced because I figured it was a defect or something. The shop told me it was my fault because of snow chains. Problem is... I haven't used snow chains on them...
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posted by pontouf
on Apr 14, 2008 -
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This car is a '97 Toyota and it was was functioning well when parked. It had a flat tire and has been parked in my driveway for three weeks. When I went to change the flat today, I could not get the wheel off. To be clear, the lug nuts all came of relatively easily, but the rim seems to be melded/rusted onto the axle. What do I do? Crowbar? Chisel? Dynamite?
posted by OlderThanTOS
on Nov 1, 2007 -
30 answers
What are the toughest tubes I can get for my (most likely) inappropriate bike tires?
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posted by Bengston
on Sep 11, 2007 -
10 answers
I've got to replace my front tires, so I have some dumb tire shop questions.
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posted by zek
on Aug 5, 2007 -
7 answers
How long can I drive on a temporary (light-weight) spare tire? What are the dangers involved?
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posted by es_de_bah
on May 12, 2007 -
19 answers
Do wet riding conditions increase the chance of getting a flat tire?
posted by Chuckles
on Dec 11, 2006 -
17 answers
[PhysicsFilter] In movies, when a tire comes off of a speeding car, it begins to move faster than the car. Why does the velocity increase?
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posted by spiderskull
on Oct 28, 2006 -
62 answers
My current Fuji road bike has 700x23 tires that have worn out. When replacing tires, do I need exactly the same size or could I go for a 700x25 or a 700x20? What might the difference be? Are there particular tire brands/models that are ideal for durability and general city biking?
posted by cubby
on Aug 14, 2006 -
10 answers
The car rental company wants money and I don't want to pay. Does it get any simpler? Well, it gets more complicated - I've been told the country in question reimburses for pothole damage and I like the idea of them paying much more than me paying. But is it true?
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posted by phearlez
on Oct 20, 2005 -
7 answers
My Daughter had a slow leak in one of her tires. A repututable neighborhood gas station identified the problem as a small nail as the cause for the leak and recommended a PLUG. I want to insure my Daughter is safe; therefore I ask is plugging a tire a good idea?
posted by Mckoan1
on Sep 18, 2005 -
16 answers
I am going on a trip tomorrow, and taking my friend's small tent trailer. I have been told that you need to adjust your pressure when towing, but my tires do not have any indication on them of what this should be. Is it higher or lower? By how much generally... 20psi, 10psi?
Any help would be appreciated.
posted by TheFeatheredMullet
on Sep 3, 2005 -
12 answers
I have a 2001 Honda Accord and I am in the process of purchasing new tires. The inside tag inside my driver's door tells me that tires shoud be inflated to 32 PSI or so. Does this rating only apply the OEM tire or any brand of tire? Also, I've noticed that my dealership has been overinflating my tires to 37 PSI. Is there a reason for that?
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posted by huy_le
on May 29, 2005 -
15 answers
I nailed a pothole yesterday, and when I got back to my place, I noticed a sizeable bulge in the sidewall. Would I be OK to drive it for a few days? Whats my risk of blowout?
posted by Mach5
on Mar 31, 2005 -
16 answers
SmallEngineFilter: My 49cc 4-stroke scooter runs at half the speed it did before replacing a tire and a spark plug.
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posted by IshmaelGraves
on Nov 3, 2004 -
1 answer
It's time to retire! So what are the ins and outs of buying new tires for my car? To me, one tire pretty much looks like another, and aside from "high performance" and "retreads," I don't really know what makes one tire better than another.
posted by crunchland
on Aug 11, 2004 -
19 answers
I've recently taken my truck out of active service and am only driving about once a week, often less. The tires always seem to be low when I do take it out. It's not the first time I've noticed an infrequently-used car losing tire pressure. Why does this happen? And what can I do to ensure that, if I put my car into long-term storage, it doesn't wind up with 4 complete flats?
posted by scarabic
on Feb 1, 2004 -
8 answers
