Posts Tagged: shoulder puncture repair

Can You Repair Tire Sidewall Damage?

Tire Shoulder Damage vs Sidewall Damage Explained Quick Summary I get asked about tire sidewall repair constantly, especially after someone scrapes a curb or picks up a nail near the edge of the tread. Here’s the short answer: true sidewall damage cannot be repaired safely in almost all cases. The sidewall flexes constantly while driving, which makes plugs and patches unreliable and dangerous in that area. The shoulder area of the tire—the transition between the tread and sidewall—is also generally considered non-repairable by major tire manufacturers and tire industry standards. … Read More