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Nail in tire shoulder

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Sep 23, 2018
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Nail in tire shoulder

Hey there

I discovered a swallow nail through my tire shoulder yesterday. Took it to the mechanic today and they took out the nail and said it was fine to drive, since there was no air leaking out of it. I thought any damage to the tire shoulder would need the tire replaced? See photos attached.
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I don't know much about cars but your input is greatly appreciated!
Thanks
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Jul 26, 2007
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Replace it if you have the money and for safety. But since mechanic already looked at it, you already know the answer.
Deal Expert
Jun 24, 2006
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Any PUNCTURE to the shoulder should be replace, as it damages the internal seal in a critical stress area. That didn't puncture by the look of it.

If it just went through tread, and not a depth below what will naturally wear away in time anyway. It should be fine. Have the mechanic check the inside for damage if you are really concerned.
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Gutty96 wrote: Any PUNCTURE to the shoulder should be replace, as it damages the internal seal in a critical stress area. That didn't puncture by the look of it.

If it just went through tread, and not a depth below what will naturally wear away in time anyway. It should be fine. Have the mechanic check the inside for damage if you are really concerned.
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The puncture looks superficial meaning that only went through the tread as already mentioned, you will be fine, this doesn't affect the tire or it's performance. If they had pulled the nail out through the corner and it was leaking air (very simple to identify and sure they already did the same by using a spray of soapy water) then they would've told you to replace it as corner punctures are not fixable for safety reasons.
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