eli5 – tyres- Do not patch but rather buy new?

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In one episonde of Big Bang, Sheldon’s brother says to never patch but actually always buy new. Why? Wats wrong with driving a patched tyre? Does it depend on where the patch is?

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Once a tire has been penetrated, there’s a permanent weak point in the tire. From that point on, that tire is now far more likely to have a blowout. If you’re ok with that risk, then fine. If not, you might wanna change tires.

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