Yanks worrying again!
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Yanks worrying again!
Ok - so what's the problem with run flat tyres????
On the main page the Americans were getting quite worried about having run flats. Anyone know the reason for that? Does it mean that the tyres in normal condition aren't as good?
Finally - anyone know what we're getting in the UK?
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Darren (Still looking for a lottery win) :p
On the main page the Americans were getting quite worried about having run flats. Anyone know the reason for that? Does it mean that the tyres in normal condition aren't as good?
Finally - anyone know what we're getting in the UK?
Cheers
Darren (Still looking for a lottery win) :p
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As far as I am aware, we are getting the run flat tyres ( Someone correct me if I am wrong).
As I see it, the problems with the run flat tyres are that they are expensive to replace and only a few manufacturers make them.
I only know of Michelin and Bridgestone making these tyres.
Any more help on this matter would be appreciated.
As I see it, the problems with the run flat tyres are that they are expensive to replace and only a few manufacturers make them.
I only know of Michelin and Bridgestone making these tyres.
Any more help on this matter would be appreciated.
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Isn't it a requirement of the MOT to have a spare or is that section only applicable if a spare is fitted.
A spare wheel is now available as a factory option in Japan, see the main multimedia forum.
It fits in a rack in the boot (eats up a lot of boot space though
).
Perhaps the UK cars will get this as standard?
A spare wheel is now available as a factory option in Japan, see the main multimedia forum.
It fits in a rack in the boot (eats up a lot of boot space though
).Perhaps the UK cars will get this as standard?
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The audi TT I almost bought last year only can with a puncture repair kit.
It was an import, although of course UK road legal.
So it appears that you don't have to have a spare.
My current car provides a 'space saver' spare that is half the width and slightly smaller diameter than the 'real' wheels.
Bloody dangerous thing.
I have only used it once, to get about 5 miles. The steering was awful and I was only comfortable doing about 30mph. A sudden manoeuvre and it would not have been pretty.
I think the RX8 gets a puncture kit with that special foam stuff. Works for me...
It was an import, although of course UK road legal.
So it appears that you don't have to have a spare.
My current car provides a 'space saver' spare that is half the width and slightly smaller diameter than the 'real' wheels.
Bloody dangerous thing.
I have only used it once, to get about 5 miles. The steering was awful and I was only comfortable doing about 30mph. A sudden manoeuvre and it would not have been pretty.
I think the RX8 gets a puncture kit with that special foam stuff. Works for me...
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The primary issues with run flats are:
limited manufacturers
Cost to replace
Very stiff sidewalls - detract from performance and comfort.
We Colonists are used to cars equipped with spare tires (mostly space saver "doughnuts"), so there is a little apprehension. Also, I don't believe the repair kits are not a permanent solution to a puncture. Due to construction technique and composition, I'm not sure if a run flat tire can be permanantly repaired - thus needing replacement.
Maybe those in Europe who have better experience can enlighten us over here.
limited manufacturers
Cost to replace
Very stiff sidewalls - detract from performance and comfort.
We Colonists are used to cars equipped with spare tires (mostly space saver "doughnuts"), so there is a little apprehension. Also, I don't believe the repair kits are not a permanent solution to a puncture. Due to construction technique and composition, I'm not sure if a run flat tire can be permanantly repaired - thus needing replacement.
Maybe those in Europe who have better experience can enlighten us over here.
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