One of my front tires was low and I filled it up today, only to find a small nail imbedded in it. I dunno how long it's been there, but I'm sure it's causing a (seems to be slow) leak, and I don't like it. Not one bit.
Since I can't afford a mechanic or a new tire, my intent was to get a plug-kit from Walmart and plug it myself. However, in doing a bit of research for that, I've ended up watching scary warning videos on why you shouldn't do that, because without fixing the interior damage your tire will eventually become wildly warped and unhinged, ending with its exploding, and when it does you will crash into a nuclear reactor, KILLING EVERYONE ON THE PLANET.
Of course I tend to think that the danger is over-emphasized, and it's probably completely fine to just plug the sucker and keep going, but what do you guys think... solution, not a solution? (It's not in a tread and it's on the shoulder, if that helps.) Do any of you have advice or anecdotes? I'll hear 'em all, ranging from "I plugged a tire just once and ended up killing ten children!" or "I run over nails every day and have thirty plugs in each tire and they're completely fine!"
How much would a mechanic cost to fix something like this, anyhow?
As for your question, as others have said, DO NOT do it if it's on the sidewall! Otherwise, go for it. I've done it a bunch and haven't had any issues.
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