If you have a screw in tire, it may cause a deflation issue and it may also affect your driving experience due to low air pressure on wheels.
When you observe the presence of a screw, it is better to rectify the issue as soon as possible before you get a flat.
1. Remove it and check for damage. Tiny screws may not be an issue. It costs $15 to have to have it done.
2. Use can of fixflat or spare if needed, cost is $5
3. Buy a new tire. Cost is $100. If in the sidewall then new is needed.
4. Fix it before it gets worse. A screw can last weeks in a tire, getting worse everyday.
Although it is possible to drive for some distance with a screw-on wheel; but one should not do this as it may cause considerable damage to the material. Whether you have a small screw on the tire or a bigger one, it is better to use the right set of tools to take it out.
Pliers can be used to handle the situation but most of the time, it is better to call professionals to avail safe solutions. The professionals use the most trusted methods to take out screws while avoiding major damage to your tire. Moreover, they can also repair the existing damage with ease.
First of all, it is important to mention that the screw in the tire issue differs from the nail that caused the puncture. When the puncture is caused by a nail, it can be pulled away easily due to its regular shape. On the other side, the screw has a toothed structure which makes it difficult to take out of the tire.
There are a few types that can cause problems
- Wood screws vary in length.
- Drywall screws are about 2 inches long.
- Masonry screws are 3 inches long
- Decking screws are up to 4 inches long.
- MDF screws are about 2 inches.
How does the screw get into the tire?
There are so many ways screws can enter vehicle tires; however, most people consider it an act of sabotage. Although it can be a potential cause, people should also analyze the environment in which they drive.
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Driving over screws
In most cases, screws enter the tire when someone drives over them. In most cases, you will observe that a screw-on tire issue occurs at the rear wheels. It is just because the screws generally lie in a vertical position on the ground. Most parking lots are full of nails, glass, and screws.
They flip over when front wheels pass over and ultimately, they enter rear wheels. The smaller screws can enter tires easily as they have a better center of gravity. But they do not cause much damage to the wheels.
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Screws on puddles
Sometimes people drive over screws in road puddles. As these obstacles lie below the muddy water on the road, they are difficult to recognize ahead of time. The disturbance of water in the puddle may cause flipping of screws and they may penetrate the tire.
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Screws in wooded planks
Screws present in the wooded planks may cause considerable risk to your tires. Planks give them enhanced ability to stay upright; therefore, they can penetrate straightway into wheels.
Screw-in tire is one of the most common issues that people report on city roads and highways as well. It causes a panic situation for many and sometimes may also lead to the risk of a flat tire on your long drive.
If you see one, have it removed asap.
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