TooColdToDrive Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 When I got my new wheels + rubber for the Supra, I didn't notice that one of the tires was flat (low profile tires in 18" rims, in a dark garage). Anyway, I drove for maybe 500 meters, noticing the car pulling hard to one side, reaching a top speed of 20mph. I pulled over and the tire was flat. The rims are fine, but the tire probably took a beating from being driven on like that. I recently went for a drive, and when I stopped after an hour, I noticed the tire was slightly warmer than all the other tires to touch. The others were cool to the touch, and it was luke warm. I realize this is probably because it got damaged, and it's flexing somewhat. My question is, I have to take a 600mile trip soon in the Supra - averaging 80mp/h on the highway. Will this tire last me the entire trip? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nevins Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 Get the tyre changed asap. When a tyre is run flat you end up destroying the rubber. When removed you will find rubber bits inside the wheel. Don't even think about risking it driving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abz Posted March 29, 2010 Share Posted March 29, 2010 As Nevin mentioned above replace the tyre, flat tyres normally destroy the sidewall of the tyre. Bad or damaged sidewalls can cause blowouts. An I am sure you don't want a blowout at 80mph! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooColdToDrive Posted March 29, 2010 Author Share Posted March 29, 2010 That's what I was afraid of Ah well, better safe than sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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