Drive 1 mile to tire shop with complete flat tire

shaftwhy · 04-26-2020, 02:51 PM

Got a flat tire, it was so bad that it couldn't be inflated to any pressure, not even with tire repair kit, not even 1 psi.

Car is at home, tire shop is 1 mile away from my home. If drive slowly to tire shop for 1 mile, is it going to damage wheel?

I probably haven driven 1 mile already to home, after noticed low tire pressure, before tire pressure dropped to 3 psi, or is the wheel already damaged?

Yves ZL1 · 04-26-2020, 03:09 PM

I don’t think the wheel is damaged... moreover with constant pressure in it but the tire maybe hasn’t appreciated ...

Just a question
What is thé alert for a tire Low pressure ?

Could you tell me with précision thanks ?
Mine is being french-homologated and thé guy told me there was an alert but couldn’t tell me what... just it was a red car picture turned on two Times and no more ...I thought it could be a tire pressure

TWG1 · 04-26-2020, 03:15 PM

Bad idea. If you can’t get a single PSI to hold, you shouldn’t drive it. ~700 rotations is plenty to cause irreparable damage. Recommend removing rim, removing wheel weights (use dental floss) and bringing it to them separately. If you don’t remove wheel weights yourself, they’ll do it for you...With a screwdriver, chisel, etc, and take your powder coating with it.

Chris 2018 ZL1 A10 · 04-26-2020, 04:15 PM

Uh, aren’t these run-flat tires we’re talking about? There shouldn’t be a problem driving a short distance (<10 miles) for repairs.

Chris

Badmojo · 04-26-2020, 04:23 PM

Pull the wheel and take the tire to them to get fixed?????

Can'tHave2MuchHP · 04-26-2020, 04:49 PM

If it was an absolute emergency, like you're on the side of a 4 lane highway, yes, you could drive it there and risk some damage. But this is no emergency. You have time. Lift the car, take the wheel off, remove the weights as said, and take it to the shop for new rubber. Not worth the risk whatsoever.

Mark114 · 04-26-2020, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris 2018 ZL1 A10

Uh, aren’t these run-flat tires we’re talking about? There shouldn’t be a problem driving a short distance (<10 miles) for repairs.

The ZL1 and SS/1LE performance tires aren't run-flat tires.

Mark114 · 04-26-2020, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shaftwhy

Got a flat tire, it was so bad that it couldn't be inflated to any pressure, not even with tire repair kit, not even 1 psi.

Car is at home, tire shop is 1 mile away from my home. If drive slowly to tire shop for 1 mile, is it going to damage wheel?

I probably haven driven 1 mile already to home, after noticed low tire pressure, before tire pressure dropped to 3 psi, or is the wheel already damaged?

Driving a damaged tire risks the possibility that the tire will rip or shred and potentially cause damage to the suspension and/or body in addition to the wheel damage. If you haven't already damaged the wheel then I wouldn't risk more damage driving on a flat tire. If you do have wheel damage then you might want to have it checked before you put a new tire on it.

Your 3/36 warranty may have some roadside assistance coverage with the dealer that will help you. The ZL1 wheels are pretty expensive to replace. Even if you don't have roadside coverage it will be less expensive to use Uber or a taxi than to replace the wheel. Or call the tire shop to see what they'll charge to come to you. Also call ahead to make sure they actually have a replacement tire before you make the trip. Good luck!

AZIROC · 04-26-2020, 05:11 PM

Nope. You will screw up the wheel PDQ.

Your best bet is take the wheel off and have the tires shop fix it.

MrChrisLS3 · 04-26-2020, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark114

Driving a damaged tire risks the possibility that the tire will rip or shred and potentially cause damage to the suspension and/or body in addition to the wheel damage. If you haven't already damaged the wheel then I wouldn't risk more damage driving on a flat tire. If you do have wheel damage then you might want to have it checked before you put a new tire on it.

Your 3/36 warranty may have some roadside assistance coverage with the dealer that will help you. The ZL1 wheels are pretty expensive to replace. Even if you don't have roadside coverage it will be less expensive to use Uber or a taxi than to replace the wheel. Or call the tire shop to see what they'll charge to come to you. Also call ahead to make sure they actually have a replacement tire before you make the trip. Good luck!

Agree 100%. The thing I might add is that even if you cannot remove or transport the wheel to the shop, it would still be cheaper to have a flatbed tow it there than replace a wheel. And definitely call first, it is highly unlikely they will have that tire in stock.

Vtor_ZL1 · 04-26-2020, 05:48 PM

Mobile tie repair - or remove wheel and uber it there ?

SJFGTO · 04-26-2020, 06:22 PM

Late to the party, but do not drive it. Period.

Alain · 04-26-2020, 07:12 PM

why would you drive that thing anywhere on a flat tire after you managed to get it home?????

just take the wheel off man. you don't know anyone who would give you a ride to the tire shop and back? a neighbor??

Chris 2018 ZL1 A10 · 04-26-2020, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mark114

The ZL1 and SS/1LE performance tires aren't run-flat tires.

Mark,

You are SO correct. I traded my SS which had RF’s in for my ZL1 two years ago mistakenly thinking it had the RF’s. Guess I should consider buying an extra can of sealant. 😁

04-26-2020, 02:51 PM	#1
shaftwhy Drives: ZL1 Finally Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Seattle Posts: 114	Drive 1 mile to tire shop with complete flat tire Got a flat tire, it was so bad that it couldn't be inflated to any pressure, not even with tire repair kit, not even 1 psi. Car is at home, tire shop is 1 mile away from my home. If drive slowly to tire shop for 1 mile, is it going to damage wheel? I probably haven driven 1 mile already to home, after noticed low tire pressure, before tire pressure dropped to 3 psi, or is the wheel already damaged?

04-26-2020, 03:15 PM	#3
TWG1 TWG1 Drives: 2019 Camaro ZLE Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: PENSACOLA, FL Posts: 179	Bad idea. If you can’t get a single PSI to hold, you shouldn’t drive it. ~700 rotations is plenty to cause irreparable damage. Recommend removing rim, removing wheel weights (use dental floss) and bringing it to them separately. If you don’t remove wheel weights yourself, they’ll do it for you...With a screwdriver, chisel, etc, and take your powder coating with it. __________________ 2019 ZLE M6 2019 ZL1 A10 (Sold) 1967 Jaguar XKE Series 1 Roadster 2021 F150 Powerboost (on order)

04-26-2020, 04:23 PM	#5
Badmojo aka BeastZL1 Drives: 2019 Camaro ZL1 1LE, 2004 Cobra Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: NC Posts: 1,103	Pull the wheel and take the tire to them to get fixed????? __________________ 2019 Camaro ZL1 1LE Racing for ALS Youtube Link

04-26-2020, 05:48 PM	#11
Vtor_ZL1 Who Needs to KNOW? Drives: 18 ZLE Join Date: May 2018 Location: Left Side of the Moon Posts: 1,770	Mobile tie repair - or remove wheel and uber it there ? __________________ ing for grip. Are you in the NY/NJ/PA/CT region? Join us for autox fun at MetLife Stadium. HUGE lots, tons of runs. http://www.motorsportsne.com/

04-26-2020, 06:22 PM	#12
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04-26-2020, 03:09 PM	#2
Yves ZL1 Drives: Canadian 2019 BLACK ZL1 Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Bourges (France) Posts: 412	I don’t think the wheel is damaged... moreover with constant pressure in it but the tire maybe hasn’t appreciated ... Just a question What is thé alert for a tire Low pressure ? Could you tell me with précision thanks ? Mine is being french-homologated and thé guy told me there was an alert but couldn’t tell me what... just it was a red car picture turned on two Times and no more ...I thought it could be a tire pressure

04-26-2020, 04:15 PM	#4
Chris 2018 ZL1 A10 Drives: Chevy Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Florida Posts: 95	Uh, aren’t these run-flat tires we’re talking about? There shouldn’t be a problem driving a short distance (<10 miles) for repairs. Chris

04-26-2020, 04:49 PM	#6
Can'tHave2MuchHP Drives: Fast Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Michigan Posts: 3,696	If it was an absolute emergency, like you're on the side of a 4 lane highway, yes, you could drive it there and risk some damage. But this is no emergency. You have time. Lift the car, take the wheel off, remove the weights as said, and take it to the shop for new rubber. Not worth the risk whatsoever.

04-26-2020, 05:11 PM	#9
AZIROC Drives: '86 IROC-Z '18 ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Arizona Posts: 731	Nope. You will screw up the wheel PDQ. Your best bet is take the wheel off and have the tires shop fix it.

04-26-2020, 07:12 PM	#13
Alain Drives: 2016 Challenger Hellcat, 2018 ZL1LE Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 3,003	why would you drive that thing anywhere on a flat tire after you managed to get it home????? just take the wheel off man. you don't know anyone who would give you a ride to the tire shop and back? a neighbor?? __________________ 2016 Challenger Hellcat /B5 blue/Sepia interior/Brass Monkey Wheels/ 2018 ZL1 1LE/Red hot 2019 Shellby GT 350R/ Oxford white/ Matte Black Stripes/ Carbon Fiber Dash/ Electronics Package #413

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