09-17-2008, 07:08 PM
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Flat Front Tire :(
I was soooo lucky to get a nail in my front tire and now I am not sure what to do. Can it be fixed or do i have to get a whole new tire?? And, is it something that is a do it yourself thing or do I need to get it to a garage??
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09-17-2008, 08:07 PM
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Re: Flat Front Tire :(
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The situation is a little different for the GZ, however, since it has a tube. If the tire is relatively new and the puncture is small and clean......then a new tube and a patch (boot) on the inside should fix you right up. If the tire is more than 3 years old, I'd replace it. And if you have to ask about replacing it yourself, then you probably should NOT try it. On a spoked rim, you can end up damaging the rim if you mess up. 
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09-18-2008, 10:36 AM
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Re: Flat Front Tire :(
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Thank you, Mr. Lord !! :crackup :haha2:
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09-20-2008, 11:58 PM
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Re: Flat Front Tire :(
hmmm, well thanks for the help guys!! Now i have to figure out how to get it to the shop to get it repaired, looks like my riding days are over for the season..sniff sniff..i HATE winter..lol
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09-22-2008, 09:20 AM
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09-23-2008, 07:53 PM
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Re: Flat Front Tire :(
I am hoping I can talk my brother into helping me with this, so i can possibly get at least one more ride in before winter sets in
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09-23-2008, 08:04 PM
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Re: Flat Front Tire :(
With regards to flat tires ! Does anyone carry a can of fixaflat with them just incase your out and about, and get a flat?
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09-24-2008, 05:31 PM
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Re: Flat Front Tire :(
I carry spare tubes, patches, compressor, jack stands (PVC Pipe) and tire irons when I go on trips. Commuting, I'm never more than two or three miles from a shop and I can be rescued easy so I don't bother. I could walk home if needed.
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09-24-2008, 05:55 PM
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Re: Flat Front Tire :(
Thanks Badbob. I think I'll put together a trip kit to ready for any long trips I take.
I'm like you on the commuts I'm only 3 miles from home or work, and I always carry my cell.
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