Tyre problem! Losing air [photo inside]

[jesus]

Yesterday I noticed it was down to 10psi.

Filled it back up to 32 and now it's slowly going back down... just washed the car and I can hear a hissing noise coming from it which is when I notice this gap in between the tyre and alloy.

Is it fixable or new tyre time? I need the car tomorrow for work :dapprove: f**k 182s and their missing spare wheels!

 

[mikeh]

Can't really see if the tyre is damaged or not.

​I'd take it to a trustworthy tyre place - it could just be a case that the tyre wants refitting or there is something wedged in there.

 

[jesus]

It doesn't look it - just looks like there's a mysterious gap.

Apologies for the shitty photo!

 

[mikeh]

Have you tried pumping it up with a compressor? You may find it'll just pop back on the bead. You might need a fair bit of pressure to get there, though!

If in doubt, just take it to a tyre shop.

 

[Laura]

likely just needs remounting

 

[jesus]

Have you tried pumping it up with a compressor? You may find it'll just pop back on the bead. You might need a fair bit of pressure to get there, though!

If in doubt, just take it to a tyre shop.

I've just been down to a local one, he said it's not fixable. Didn't mention anything about remounting it though so I could ask.

I used one at a garage... are you saying over inflate it slightly to get it to pop back on then reduce it back down to 32?

 

[danielbarton94]

Looks like it's came off the bead

 

[Fraser.J.]

Personally I would just remove the tyre, give it a wipe and make sure there is nothing on the bead. Pop it back on and see how it goes

 

[mikeh]

I've just been down to a local one, he said it's not fixable. Didn't mention anything about remounting it though so I could ask.

I used one at a garage... are you saying over inflate it slightly to get it to pop back on then reduce it back down to 32?

Possibly, but you're probably talking somewhere close to 50PSI if that is the issue - not something someone inexperienced should really be doing. An exploding tyre is very dangerous!

Did the place you spoke to not indicate what the issue was?

I'd take it somewhere else and ask them if they can try and refit it - it'll be immediately evident if it's damaged once it's off the rim.

 

[JamesBryan]

It looks like something is stuck in there to me. A little white thing by the looks of it.

Just get the tyre taken off and put back on.

 

[MarkCup]

It looks like something is stuck in there to me. A little white thing by the looks of it.

Just get the tyre taken off and put back on.

That's exactly what I'm seeing...looks like a piece of grit is wedged between the tyre bead and the rim.

 

[.GAZ.]

Personally I would just remove the tyre, give it a wipe and make sure there is nothing on the bead. Pop it back on and see how it goes

Aye, but you've got your own tyre machine

 

[Fraser.J.]

Aye, but you've got your own tyre machine

That's just a bonus

 

[rollerdan]

Needs a rim clean (ooerr . Then refit tyre bit of bead sealer jobs a goodun unless you have a hairline crack which i have seen on turinis before !

 

[jesus]

It's currently in a reputable tyre place now after being told 3 different things by 3 different people!

 

[Yellow Dave]

To re seat, try completely deflating and trying to remove the bead from the wheel yourself, then a compressor to re inflate and re seat it properly

 

[Gally]

Possible flaking paint on the inner rim? Break bead, sand paper, sealants, re-inflate. Job done.

 

[jesus]

Tyre had a 'tear' in it on that bit. Knackered Michelin PS3 with 6mm left = unhappy jesus :dapprove:

 

[Gally]

Ouch! Unrepairable?

 

[jesus]

Yup :dapprove: I'll get a picture later or tomorrow, the tyre is screwed. Also, check your PMs please gally

 

[martynp]

Was it damaged when it was fitted? Seen so many people split/tear the bead when fitting tyres. I'd put money on it being damaged when it was fitted but proving it is a different story

 

[jesus]

It must have been :dapprove:

I wouldn't use Sheldons in Manchester again (someone recommended it to me) - they dropped my mate's car off two jacks as well.