Nails/screws/metal in tires

if at a place where tires can be replaced, pull, if not dont pull

 

If there is no air escaping from the tire after extraction, you're fine..

Problem is, if you extract and air starts leaking you're stuck with calling roadside or reinserting the object hoping it stops leaking until you reach a repair facility.

I had a trooper on Oklahoma turnpike ask me point blank, "driver, you know this is an out of service violation and you chose to drive" .. Why shouldn't I write you this 280$ ticket?

I replied " you should, I have no excuse other than trying not to become an obstacle on the side of the road".

I got a warning/fix it ticket and called roadside..

Thanks Trooper

 

Pull out put spit over hole see if there's air bubbles I carry a plug kit so if its leaking I just plug the hole and be on my way.

 

It is a chargeable offense, But the DOT normally doesn't bother with it. I wish they drove around with a magnet hanging from their bumpers! Like the Yard Dogs have you seen the stuff they pick up? Good Luck!

 

I like threatening leo's and rules that contradict themselves.

The only stipulation is no leak.
Nails and screws should be left in until you get it replaced. Patches aren't suppose to be used but shops use them or plugs all the time. As long as it isn't on the steer tires most leo's won't say anything.

It might be a short screw which one could take out if it doesn't penetrate a ply. If it leaks put it back in and plan on a shop.

 

Jade,a very small flathead screwdriver is much better to use.
You can go in at the side off the screw/nail and get under it or work it out so it's head is above the rubber.
Also you can use it to poke into small cuts you see in the surface.
I recently pulled 2 nails that were not visible on the rubber surface but i found then when i put the small screwdriver into the little cut in the rubber.(as the screwdriver hits the harder surface,you feel the difference compared to rubber.)
If left,in time,they would have caused a leak as the tire wore down.

Another thing you can do with that small screwdriver if you are unsure whether or not the screw/nail will leak, is insert it next to the screw/nail,put spit on that area and then push the screw/nail sideways.
If it has gone all the way thru,that small movement will cause a temporary small leak and you see a few little bubbles appear.

Never pull a screw/nail with the idea off putting it back to stop a leak.
Doesn't work.
Once you pull it,it either has no leak or has to be repaired on the spot.

 

this post is simple enough. If you see anything in your tires, do not pull it out unless you are near within throwing distance of a tire repair shop. Now how far can you throw?

 

Find a Tire shop before digging up the nail just in case
Always keep this with you along with an air hose before pulling the nails,screws etc. out
http://tinyurl.com/kq3on6z

 

I used to work in a tire shop (for cars, not trucks) I found the best tool for removing nails is a cheap side cutters. Work like pliers but you can usually dig the edge under the nail head or screw groove for a good grip, then pry out. Always remove nails or screws as soon as your see them, if it is not leaking and you keep driving on it it will work its way deeper into the tire from the weight of the vehicle pushing it in and eventually leak. Cary a plug kit, driving on a plug is safer than driving on a nail. PLugs are legal as a temporary repair until you can get the tire replaced. I have seen plenty of "temporary" repairs last until the tire is bald.