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No, once it has a flat spot it will always have a flat spot. Replace the tire.
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Can radial tires get flat spots from sitting to long?
Bias ply tires get a flat spot from sitting but I have yet to see a radial tire do that.
What causes a tire to bounce when driving?
It could be badly out of balance, or it could have a "flat spot" from broken cords inside the tire. And it may not be the tire at all - it could be suspension system parts.
How can you tell the difference between a flat spot on the tire and a bad wheel bearing?
If you suspect a flat spot on a tire examine the tire closely. You should be able to see a flat spot. To determine if your car has a bad wheel bearing rotate the wheel. A bad wheel bearing will often make a grinding sound as well as feeling rough as you turn the wheel. A bad wheel bearing may also shake or wiggle. It will also cause a car shaking problem.
What makes tire hop as you are driving?
Rear tires, bad leaf springs if your car has those. I have this problem. Can be defective shocks or struts, bent wheel, tire out of balance, flat spot on the tire, or another defect in the tire.
What would cause a sound like a flat tire while driving if the tire is not flat?
Two things could cause the tire to make a noise sounding like a flat tire even though the tire is fully inflated. First, if the tire has a big enough flat spot on the tread surface and second if the radial plies in the tire have separated letting air between the belts causing patches of the tread surface to bulge.Answeri test drove a geo that had loose lug nits on it that made a noise like that
What causes my 99' escort zx2 to make a thumping sound like a flat tire while driving?
The tire itself may be bad, with a flat spot (no tread) or bulge. Also, a wheel that is badly out of balance can thump at some speeds.
What causes out of round tire?
Could have hit a serious pot hole and damaged the tire.
How does one change a flat tire?
Firstly, you must pull up to a safe spot, well away from traffic. You need to retrieve certain tools to be able to change a flat tire. The first step is to loosen the lug nuts, after you must jack up the vehicle (lift it up) this will enable you to remove the flat tire and then you must put the spare tire on making sure it is secure. Lastly, you must lower the vehicle.
What is the analogy for jack flat tire hammer?
jack flat tire hammer
What weighs more a flat or full tire?
A full tire is heavier than a flat tire. When a they are both flat they weigh the same but added air makes the full tire heavier.
Is it dangerous to travel to south Carolina and back from Florida with a flat spot on your rear tire for the holidays?
YES! You could have the tire explode and cause you to lose control. Dont be all macho here and think you'll be fine. Replace the tire.
How do you do a tire repair on a flat tire?
To repair a flat tire you first need to remove the tire from the rim. Once removed inspect the tire for the damager and repair the puncture.
