datal Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 dont understand why we get these sort of threads!! Never mind, you'll get used to it & welcome to the SF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyclone Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 I'd recommend changing wheels on your own, but not tyres, you need a tyre iron and press to change a tyre, not to mention a new one to put on the wheel. :-) Maybe all the girlies who can't, and the blokes who wear nice clothes should invest in some of this (I have). http://www.ultrasealuk.biz/home1.htm#currentPageTarget Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darbees Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 One question that isn't answered on that site that I would like to know is whether Ultraseal will repair a leak on a wheel as well as a tyre. I have a split rim alloy which has a slight leak and no matter what I do it deflates over a few days. The wheel can't be repaired and will have to be replaced at great expense unless something like this stuff works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeP Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 dont understand why we get these sort of threads!! It's a discussion Forum. It happens. people post stuff that they want to discuss. Welcome to SF - as apparently you've only just joined you might want to check out teh FAQs and Rules and that will give you some guidance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeP Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 I can change a wheel, but have to admit that when I've been in teh AA or similar I've called them out. No point in having a dog and barking yourself, as they say. The REALLY important thing to remember after changing a wheel is to get the flat tyre on the wheel removed and replaced, so that the 'new' spare wheel is sound. A few years ago I burst a tyre, swapped it, intended to get it replaced and then burst another tyre three days later. It's amazing how far you can go on the rims. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medusa Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 I can change a wheel, but have to admit that when I've been in teh AA or similar I've called them out. No point in having a dog and barking yourself, as they say. The REALLY important thing to remember after changing a wheel is to get the flat tyre on the wheel removed and replaced, so that the 'new' spare wheel is sound. A few years ago I burst a tyre, swapped it, intended to get it replaced and then burst another tyre three days later. It's amazing how far you can go on the rims. And if you drive anything that has large alloy wheels, then your spare is likely to be a temporary wheel anyway, which isn't rated to motorway speeds or for any long distances, so replacing and repairing your 'spare' is even more important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darbees Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 Those little spacesaver spares are ridiculous, if I'm going abroad I always take a spare full size wheel and put some luggage in the wheelwell. I once had a blow out on a motorway in France and put the spacesaver spare on but there was then nowhere to put the blown out wheel in the full boot. Make sure you check the pressure in spare periodically btw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*_ash_* Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 Those little spacesaver spares are ridiculous, if I'm going abroad I always take a spare full size wheel and put some luggage in the wheelwell. I once had a blow out on a motorway in France and put the spacesaver spare on but there was then nowhere to put the blown out wheel in the full boot. Make sure you check the pressure in spare periodically btw. 'Space saver', my a***. First time I heard that expression when I bought a Fiat Bravo a few years back. Looked at it... Cost saver more like. The must save a few quid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyclone Posted June 16, 2007 Share Posted June 16, 2007 One question that isn't answered on that site that I would like to know is whether Ultraseal will repair a leak on a wheel as well as a tyre. I have a split rim alloy which has a slight leak and no matter what I do it deflates over a few days. The wheel can't be repaired and will have to be replaced at great expense unless something like this stuff works. Supposedly it will help as it will seep into the crack that is causing the leak. It's supposed to prolong the lifetime of a wheel as well as it cotes the inside and stops the air corroding the inner rim. Worth a try anyway, £20 to try it on a single wheel which is a lot cheaper than replacing the alli. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitewitch Posted June 17, 2007 Share Posted June 17, 2007 i know how to change a tyre but struggle at the wheel nuts, so i would call my mate, brother or that very very very nice man at the AA,, kids let the tyres down all the time on my car and the neighbours, so blooming annoying that they have nothing better to do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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