How to lose run-flats??
Gotta reset it. You sure your tire pressure is correct?
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I had to reset my tire pressure system manually via the onboard computer - check the manual on how to reset. Basically you find the tire pressure option on the Set menu and hold the button in on the stalk for a few seconds. The display will change to "Resetting..." and will take a minute or two.
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I went thru this 3 times with the runflats on my BMW 1-series. One had sidewall damage (had to be replaced), one had a screw in it and lost all pressure (had to be replaced) and then a week later one of the new ones had a nail it in but never lost pressure (patched).
Some people will say the RFTs ALWAYS need to be replaced if there is a screw/nail in them. Others will say they can be repaired (i.e. plugged) if the tire never lost pressure.
The shocker is the cost of replacing the RFTs - VERY costly to replace, rarely in stock, etc.
I was happy to get rid of them - your story just confirms to me they aren't foolproof and only offer a slight benefit over traditional tires, not to mention they offer an overly harsh ride.
Best bet is to carry a small spare on long road trips whether u have RFTs or traditional tires. Then you're covered either way.
Some people will say the RFTs ALWAYS need to be replaced if there is a screw/nail in them. Others will say they can be repaired (i.e. plugged) if the tire never lost pressure.
The shocker is the cost of replacing the RFTs - VERY costly to replace, rarely in stock, etc.
I was happy to get rid of them - your story just confirms to me they aren't foolproof and only offer a slight benefit over traditional tires, not to mention they offer an overly harsh ride.
Best bet is to carry a small spare on long road trips whether u have RFTs or traditional tires. Then you're covered either way.
I have Goodyear RFT on an 06'. 1st day I drove the car I got a nail in it. I hadn't even completed the purchasing paperwork. The dealer and the local mini dealer said RFT can not be fixed. 360 bones.
I called Goodyear, they had me bring the tire to a store authorized to fix it. 12 dollars and back in bidness.
I can not see throwing these away or keeping them for winter tires. I'll just have to drive them into the ground. It won't be difficult
I called Goodyear, they had me bring the tire to a store authorized to fix it. 12 dollars and back in bidness.
I can not see throwing these away or keeping them for winter tires. I'll just have to drive them into the ground. It won't be difficult
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Run flat tires vs. repair kits.
"What do people that drive motorcycles do if they get a flat??"
We call a tow truck and pay $250 to have our bike dropped at a dealer. I've got CO2, repair kits, cans of tire repair and all that, but with a blowout, you're stuck. I ride a 870 pound Yamaha Venture, so I try to keep good tires on the bike.
We call a tow truck and pay $250 to have our bike dropped at a dealer. I've got CO2, repair kits, cans of tire repair and all that, but with a blowout, you're stuck. I ride a 870 pound Yamaha Venture, so I try to keep good tires on the bike.
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+1. In my opinion, the firm ride feels very sporty.
The debate will never end...
the runflats are not the safety that all think they are. The security isn't universal (as many posted in this thread). The costs are very high. One other thing that others haven't mentioned is that tires with better traction also have better emergency avoidance characteristics as well.
One thing I did see that was pretty cool was the Sport Link kit with a Spare attachement. Then you can carry a full sized spare as well.
Here at AMVIV, I've seen a couple people who have spares in bags as well. But here, you're trading carrying space for a spare tire.
Matt
One thing I did see that was pretty cool was the Sport Link kit with a Spare attachement. Then you can carry a full sized spare as well.
Here at AMVIV, I've seen a couple people who have spares in bags as well. But here, you're trading carrying space for a spare tire.
Matt
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Run flat tires vs. repair kits.
I don't even see how a compact spare would fit in the compartment. I'll be looking at options when the time comes, but the best I can figure out is have a spare set in the garage in the event of a flat and change out the whole bunch.
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well the guy at justtires offered lifetime insurance that if any of my runflat tires were to get dmaged , bust, whatever he can give me brand new ones.
its only a one time fee of 35$ and another 35$ to renew it after you get your new tires
its only a one time fee of 35$ and another 35$ to renew it after you get your new tires
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I know how to deal with it, as I used to drive a Morgan, but no excuses and I would not let a 17 year old drive a car set up this poorly.
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I am dumping the rear seat, putting in a full deck, and mounting a full size tire on it.
You may have to reset it, unless you have an r56, they use the valve stems to monitor the tire pressure, make sure they took the old valve stems out an put them in the new tires, there like $250.00 and a million from the dealer.
I experienced first-hand the dilemma run-flats pose, on a road trip from Seattle to SF last week. Roughly 150 miles from SF, my right rear tire went flat. (2009 Mini Cooper Clubman S - 18k miles). It was Saturday, about 6 pm.
Called Mini RA. Told - we will tow to nearest dealership. Which is in Sacramento, the opposite direction from which I'm going. Also, dealership is closed so no help until Monday am. I have a paid for room in SF, plans for Sat. night & Sun., and a business meeting Mon. am.
So I ask - the manual says 50 - 80 miles on the runflats. Is it OK if I drive more? I'm told - absolutely not, will likely damage the wheel, alilgnment, front end, etc.
So I have no alternative - find the only open tire shop, which has 1 tire my size (not a run flat), pay $130 to buy it and have it mounted, and drive to SF
But of course I can't keep that tire on, especially not driving 800+ highway miles home in a few days, so I take it later in the week to the SF Mini dealer who says, can't repair a run-flat, and I get to buy a new tire - $350.
This is nuts. First, no visible damage on the flat - all highway driving, no curbs, etc. Lots of tread on the tire. It should not have gone flat after only 18k easy miles.
Second, Mini RA is worthless. Looking at message boards now, I see people easily drive 200+ on the deflated runflat. But Mini RA is all about not incurring any liability. On my dealer's advice I canceled my AAA because of Mini RA. Stupid me.
Third, every time I have a flat I have to buy a new tire?
Finally, and most troubling, I feel like I can't trust the car/tires on any more road trips.
I don't know what to do.
Called Mini RA. Told - we will tow to nearest dealership. Which is in Sacramento, the opposite direction from which I'm going. Also, dealership is closed so no help until Monday am. I have a paid for room in SF, plans for Sat. night & Sun., and a business meeting Mon. am.
So I ask - the manual says 50 - 80 miles on the runflats. Is it OK if I drive more? I'm told - absolutely not, will likely damage the wheel, alilgnment, front end, etc.
So I have no alternative - find the only open tire shop, which has 1 tire my size (not a run flat), pay $130 to buy it and have it mounted, and drive to SF
But of course I can't keep that tire on, especially not driving 800+ highway miles home in a few days, so I take it later in the week to the SF Mini dealer who says, can't repair a run-flat, and I get to buy a new tire - $350.
This is nuts. First, no visible damage on the flat - all highway driving, no curbs, etc. Lots of tread on the tire. It should not have gone flat after only 18k easy miles.
Second, Mini RA is worthless. Looking at message boards now, I see people easily drive 200+ on the deflated runflat. But Mini RA is all about not incurring any liability. On my dealer's advice I canceled my AAA because of Mini RA. Stupid me.
Third, every time I have a flat I have to buy a new tire?
Finally, and most troubling, I feel like I can't trust the car/tires on any more road trips.
I don't know what to do.
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Did we determine that he has an "S" model? If he's in a Cooper, he probably already has a spare and the whole issue may be moot.
And for what its worth -- there are a number of cars that do not have either a spare or run-flats The latest Miatas and Corvettes as examples. Modern tires are really pretty good if you are not careless with where you drive. (and then there are us motorcycle types who never have a spare tire)
And for what its worth -- there are a number of cars that do not have either a spare or run-flats The latest Miatas and Corvettes as examples. Modern tires are really pretty good if you are not careless with where you drive. (and then there are us motorcycle types who never have a spare tire)
just ditched mine 500 miles ago. I must say i do feel rather nervous driving long distances without a spare or fix kit. Arnt runflats suppose to be more responsive than aftermarket tires because of their ridiculously stiff sidewalls? I dont think ill ever go back to them but there is noo way im selling tires that cost as much my new setup.
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I just replaced my Goodyear Excellence runflats with Falken Ziex 912s ($85 each at America's Tire Co.), and I was blown away by the improvement. Yes, the ride and handling are light-years ahead of the Goodyears.
I bought a Slime kit for the boot, and I have no qualms at all about taking long trips on these tires. In 30 years of driving, I have had to change exactly one tire by the roadside. I like my odds just fine.
I bought a Slime kit for the boot, and I have no qualms at all about taking long trips on these tires. In 30 years of driving, I have had to change exactly one tire by the roadside. I like my odds just fine.
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just ditched mine 500 miles ago. I must say i do feel rather nervous driving long distances without a spare or fix kit. Arnt runflats suppose to be more responsive than aftermarket tires because of their ridiculously stiff sidewalls? I dont think ill ever go back to them but there is noo way im selling tires that cost as much my new setup.
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