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[Closed] Tubeless tyre repair?

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So, first ride on a brand new tubeless tyre and I get a small hole in the sidewall that won't seal. Whats a tried and tested method of repair if any?


 
Posted : 18/04/2014 8:12 pm
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Stick a patch on it using decent strong glue.


 
Posted : 18/04/2014 8:18 pm
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Just a normal tube patch?


 
Posted : 18/04/2014 8:29 pm
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Yeah, worked for me, also used a piece of an old tyre sidewall.

There are proper inside tubeless patches available, think Weldite are someone that do them


 
Posted : 18/04/2014 8:38 pm
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How long do they last? Is it a long term fix?


 
Posted : 18/04/2014 8:41 pm
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Lasted the life of the tyre.

I cleaned the sealant residue off with a rag and a spray of brake cleaner, roughed it up a little and the just patched it as if it were a tube. Just make sure it's fully cured before refitting and adding sealant (24hrs according to the glue I used)

One available patch kit - http://www.justridingalong.com/repair/tools/tyre-tube-repair/velox-tubeless-patch-kit-no-option.html


 
Posted : 18/04/2014 8:58 pm
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Nice one [b]carlos[/b] Thanks


 
Posted : 18/04/2014 9:02 pm
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As above, a standard glue puncture repair patch on the inside has always worked for me.


 
Posted : 18/04/2014 9:03 pm
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Yeah, patch on the inside. Doesn't need to be big- it's not like a tube, it's not fighting the air pressure.


 
Posted : 18/04/2014 9:07 pm