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Run-FLat Tires Patchable? - 8/28/2008 11:01:46 AM

clarefromcali

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OK, me again. Looking/reading the manual. I''ve always been a Toyota and Lexus woman, so, Mea Culpa... Anyways, can you tell me if my Run-Flat tires on my E350 goes over a nail, is it patchable, or do I need new tires?

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RE: Run-FLat Tires Patchable? - 8/28/2008 7:30:58 PM

cliff

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no...can''t patch a run flat....

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RE: Run-FLat Tires Patchable? - 8/31/2008 9:26:40 AM

jyeh74

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I think you can. I got a nail in my 08 E350. I have the sport package. I''m not sure if I have run-flats. I have the 18 continental (stock from dealer). I patched my tires from Big O Tires for $30.

How do I check if I have run-flats?

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RE: Run-FLat Tires Patchable? - 9/1/2008 7:56:40 AM

MBMEX

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Run Flat tires are patchable as any other tires. After you got a nail you can only drive for a maximum of 50 miles or so (it depends of that the manufacturer of the tire recommends).

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RE: Run-FLat Tires Patchable? - 9/1/2008 5:01:18 PM

cliff

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well, i''m sticking with my story...i don''t believe you can patch a run flat tire..best way to find out though is to call a tire repair shop and find...best of luck....cliff

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RE: Run-FLat Tires Patchable? - 9/9/2008 12:48:34 PM

MBMEX

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one more time, i just patched one of my Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 245 45 17 ZP (Zero Presure). it is patchable!

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RE: Run-FLat Tires Patchable? - 9/19/2008 8:35:13 PM

MBZTech

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I was also told not to patch run flats. I know you can and it would work but I remember someone telling me never to patch a run flat.

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