How do I get a slow leak in my tire fixed? Do I have to get a new one?

Question

I've got a slow leak in my front right tire. I need to go on a trip in 2 or 3 days; it's about 500 miles there and back. Where do I go and what do I ask for, and how much $$$ will it cost?

Answer 1

Go to a tire shop in your area (I like Walker Tire personally) and ask them to patch it for you.  It'll cost between $8-16 and take less than 20 minutes.  There is a slight possibility that you'll need a new tire (like if the side wall is damaged) but you'll likely be able to patch it.

Answer 2

Take it in to any good tire shop, they should be able to find and fix the leak for you and should not charge more than $10 in most cases.

Generally they will take it off the vehicle, dunk it in the tank until they see bubbles from the leak, mark it, dismount it, remove the object (nail, s***w, piece of wire, whatever) patch it and put it back on.

Answer 3

if you check the tire may have a nail or s***w in it easy plug fix get a freind or tire shop to plug it wal mart or auto parts sells plug kits cheap

Answer 4

go to a tire shop and tell them you want the tire checked out for a leak.

Answer 5

Go to any shop, and just say your tire is going flat. Wal Mart charges $10. If there is no sidewall damage on the outside or inside of the tire, and the hole is in the tread, it should be fixable.

Answer 6

Very good answers above. It's likely just glass, a nail, or other sharp object. Usually a cheap and quick fix. My advice is, wherever you go, GET THERE EARLY, like right when they open. They USUALLY aren't as busy (especially on a weekday), and you can get in and out quickly. If you're a girl don't let them try and scam you, and sell you extra things. Just say "I think I ran over a nail." I just need my tire patched. If they claim any additional problems (someone said sidewall damage, etc. which is rare with a slow leak) MAKE THEM SHOW YOU. But, most places are honest, and just want to get you in and out. Good luck!

Answer 7

depends on where it is.  you can take to a tire shop.  they can patch, plug and sometimes put sometime in the air valve to stop slow leaks.

i had my tire plugged at the gas station where i get gas and they charged me $7.