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      05-26-2011, 12:58 AM   #15
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Isn't the purpose of run-flats to be able to get to a tire store or dealership? Are you not supposed to be able to drive at 50 mph for 200 miles if necessary?
Yes, but... At that point the tire MUST be replaced. I was hoping that by patching the tire ASAP it might be ultimately patchable
I've heard that most tyre repair centres won't repair run flats because there is no safe way to detect side wall damage
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