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Xyebo · 12-30-2021, 01:26 PM

UPDATE:

While the the patch in this location (1/2" from rib of sidewall) held the air very well initially, after 4 sort-of-quick canyon runs I noticed that I am losing about 1.5 PSI in that tire. The soapy water test confirmed that the patch has a very minor leak, probably from all the shoulder and sidewall stretching loosening up the patch.

I ordered a new pair of rears and will have them installed next week, but a series of donuts and burnouts to kill off the rear tires have reassured me that the risk of the imminent failure on the patched tire is small to none--rather, it is important to monitor TPMS screen and see if you're well below the recommended tire pressure.

12-30-2021, 01:26 PM	#9
Xyebo Drives: '23 1SS 1LE \| '18 1LS V6 [sold] Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 114	UPDATE: While the the patch in this location (1/2" from rib of sidewall) held the air very well initially, after 4 sort-of-quick canyon runs I noticed that I am losing about 1.5 PSI in that tire. The soapy water test confirmed that the patch has a very minor leak, probably from all the shoulder and sidewall stretching loosening up the patch. I ordered a new pair of rears and will have them installed next week, but a series of donuts and burnouts to kill off the rear tires have reassured me that the risk of the imminent failure on the patched tire is small to none--rather, it is important to monitor TPMS screen and see if you're well below the recommended tire pressure.