lechatmort

Hi all

My front wheel came loose yesterday and somehow one of the brake shoes rubbed against the sidewall for a good bit untill I noticed. The tyre rides just fine and there's no air leaking. There are no tears in the threads but are a few places on the sidewall where the threads are exposed.

Could I just put silicone sealant (only thing that I've got) on there? Or would I need something else?

Thanks!

powers2b

The tire is fine if the casing is intact.
See Sheldon B.'s website for more.

Enjoy

KDC1956

I would get a new tire my self.

lechatmort

Ya I don't doubt that it'll hold fine, and I can't afford a new tyre... I'd just like to have some material on the threads.

Here's a picture


I guess I'll just try putting on some silicone tomorrow and if that sticks I'm probably fine with it.

Thanks

Re-Cycle

that tire is totally fine, go put some miles on it.

BCRider

If you're going to put anything on the threads some of the tire patch glue is what I'd use. Just rub it in so the threads are sealed against water. Shouldn't take much.

Keep in mind that the tire IS living a shorter life now. It'll be fine for a few months most likely. But just in case inspect it every hour or so of riding to see how it's fairing. It may well be fine for months to come. Or perhaps part of the damaged area will begin to bulge apart in a few days or weeks. In any event you'll want to keep a close eye on it from now to when it's finally replaced.

furballi

I'd put a thin patch on the ID side of the tire for additional safety.

Use Scotchbrite to lightly buff the rubber before adding the patch. Do not use a metal scraper.