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What is a tire deflator?
a Tire deflator is a tool that is used to deflate a tire quickly and accurately. It works by screwing the tool onto the tire valve and then a second internal mechanism will need to be turned to remove the valve core. Removing the valve core causes air to quickly escape the tire. The tire…
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Do tires have a left and right side?
It depends on the type of tires you have as there are a few different designs in tires. The normal/standard non performance tires that you find in passenger cars are often symmetrical in design. That means the tread of the inner halve and outer halve is the same. These tires you can fit any way…
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What causes a tire blowout?
Tire blowouts are the number one cause of accidents on the road where incorrect tire pressure is the main culprit. So most of these accidents can be avoided by doing simple maintenance and inspection of your tires. So what causes a tire blowout? Tire blowout occurs when the pressurized air within the tire escapes rapidly…
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Can I repair a sidewall bubble?
No, there is unfortunately no way to repair broken cords in the tire. a Patch of some sort will not work, because the sidewall is always flexing while you are driving. A bulge in your sidewall means that steel or fabric cords have been broken and the structural integrity of the tire has been weakened …
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What is MOT certificate?
In the UK your vehicle needs to go through a roadworthy test each year. When you have passed your MOT you get a MOT certificate indicating that your vehicle is legal to drive. Passing the MOT means that at the time of the test your vehicle met the minimum acceptable environmental and road safety standards…
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Are cracked tires illegal?
No. Tiny cracks in the tread or sidewall is not illegal to drive with, but it does indicate that your tire is near the end of its life. Cracks can start to appear after about 5 years when exposed to extreme temperatures like standing in the sun all day or icy temperatures. When these cracks…
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Can car tires melt in hot weather?
No, car tires does not melt in hot weather and are extremely durable and can withstand temperatures far beyond the hottest summer day. During tire manufacturing the rubber is heat treated (vulcanized) to turn the soft rubber into a tough and durable tire. Tires does not really melt, but will start to break down at…
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Can I replace my car tire valve?
Yes you can, car tire valves can start to leak air slowly as time goes by especially if it does not have a valve cap on. Dirt will start to accumulate in the valve stem and air could start to leak from the seal if the cap is missing. You can test for a leak…
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Why do car tires deflate during cold winter months?
You may see your tire pressure monitoring system light go on unexpectedly during one particular cold morning, or your tires can visually look deflated. Why do car tires deflate when it’s cold? Well air molecules slow down when temperature drops and take up less space in the tire. When the air contracts there is less…