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Old 11-09-2009, 12:39 PM
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we checked and it was leaking from the first patch... and yes, the tread still good...

it can be repatched?
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Old 11-09-2009, 12:48 PM
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The correct way to patch is from the inside of the tire - the old way of pushing a cord through the tread to plug the hole is not recommended by tire manufacturers today - especially for high or higher end tires. It's worth having a tire shop check and repatch to see if the tire still leaks.
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