Tire puncture/repair question

[ryneen]

I just noticed that I have a nail in one of my new Bridgestone S03 tires. I will be taking this car to the track quite often in the near future and I'm concerned if it will be safe to do so with a patch. I will be putting extreme demands and temperatures on this tire and I'm curious if anyone knows if it's safe to take a tire on the track with a patch? Are there any types of patches that are better than others? I understand the tires on the track can get to 200 degrees F.
Any expert opinions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Ryan

 

[Hrant]

For the mother of all debates on this issue, see here:

http://www.nsxprime.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6937&highlight=Tire+plug+patch

 

[ryneen]

Wow! You are correct in stating that it is the Mother of all debates. Based on Andrie Hartanto's track experience, I think I'm going to get it professionaly patched. I'm still unsure if I'll ever take these tires to the track, but I'll definately continue to use them on the street.

 

[hlweyl]

combination plug/patch is the best.... nuff said.

 

[hlweyl]

Just read most of the thread
http://www.nsxprime.com/forums/show...Tire+plug+patch

Can't believe I missed that one! I guess there is no substitute for a new tire if you are tracking the car.