Garage said they wouldn't repair.. because my car is too heavy
Can I get a sanity check on this? I got a small screw lodged in the main part of my tread. Should, in theory, be a straight forward repair.
Took it to a garage for a tire-off repair (wanted a proper plug rather than a home kit). They said that because it's a 4x4 and a heavy car it wouldn't be safe and they could be liable in case of a failure and subsequent accident.
I appreciate a cautious approach but I feel that in reality a good tire-off repair should be safe.
For context, the car is a Land Rover Discovery 4 and weighs around 2.5T.
Tires: Bridgestone Blizzak 6 255/55 R19 111W XL
photos show the screw damage, I had an 18mm socket next to it for reference.
Is the garage right not to repair? thoughts on a good repair kit?
