Re: Gripe of the day - What is yours?
Yeah these self-seal are a bit different to run-flats, in that they have gunk in them already to 'seal' any punctures. Run-flats have reinforced sidewalls to allow them to run for a limited time without inflation. both types of tyres are borked if the sidewall is damaged.
Trouble is, the gunk in self-seal means many tyre places won't touch then for a repair as they have to scrape the gunk away and clean out the puncture to affect a repair. At least run-flats can be repaired.....
I think I'll investigate tyre insurance, as I'm about to drop over £400 on two tyres.
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