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Run Flats on my 2003 S keep being flat

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Old Nov 12, 2007 | 05:19 PM
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Run Flats on my 2003 S keep being flat

My Run Flats are making me crazy. They have started to lose air and now need air every couple days. Tire stores just tell me nothings wrong and to keep putting air in them.
Anyone else have this problem? They never did this before! Do I need new wheels? Also, anyone know of a mechanic for Mini's in Eugene OR? Out of warranty now.
Thanks! D2
 
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Old Nov 17, 2007 | 07:32 AM
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It took me a total of two weeks to decide about run flats. I bought a one owner, low mileage 03' S. Loved the car, couldn't stand the tires. Discovered NAM, read, replied, changed to non run flats. Have been satisfied since. I did go up a little on the size, tho'. not enough to hurt odometer/speedometer readings tho'. Although we don't use the 'S' for everyday transportation, not having a spare has not stopped us from moderate to long road trips. We have a flat stopper kit on board. A small compressor, some run flat juice, etc. You won't believe the difference in road noise and the change doesn't degrade the handling.
 
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