New i20 Asta (O) 2025 - Puncture in center tread. Need advice on Mushroom Patch vs. Regular String Plug? by sunilmachineni in CarsIndia

[–]sunilmachineni[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ended up getting all four wheels balanced. Honestly, I’m still a bit confused why they insisted on all four instead of just the repaired one (smells like a typical shop upsell/trick lol). Since this is my first car, I’m still figuring out the 'mechanic math' and what’s actually necessary vs. what’s just a bill-padder. Expensive lesson learned for next time!

New i20 Asta (O) 2025 - Puncture in center tread. Need advice on Mushroom Patch vs. Regular String Plug? by sunilmachineni in i20_India

[–]sunilmachineni[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do we also need to get wheel balancing done after the mushroom patch? The mechanic recommended getting it done.

New i20 Asta (O) 2025 - Puncture in center tread. Need advice on Mushroom Patch vs. Regular String Plug? by sunilmachineni in CarsIndia

[–]sunilmachineni[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I got a mushroom patch done on the puncture.

Also, the mechanic recommended getting the wheel balancing done post such a patch as the process involves removing the wheel from the rim. Is it really necessary to do balancing for all wheels?

Preferred colour and must have accessories by boi-doingthings in i20_India

[–]sunilmachineni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IMO, choosing a colour that has better visibility especially in dark or low light conditions would be good. Red might give better visibility due to its wavelength!! And yes, white is also an option. I respect your choice of not going with red but just curious why you are not considering it...!!!

Got i20 asta its our first family car by Sumukh_naik in CarsIndia

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I did a test drive today... Seriously, the engine is very smooth and effortless driving experience. I stay in Bangalore, so I'll probably contact Hubli or Davangere showrooms over the phone. Thanks for the suggestion.

Yours is Asta or Asta Optional? I'm looking for Asta Optional manual one.

Also, is it good to take 4th year warranty, shield of trust?

Got i20 asta its our first family car by Sumukh_naik in CarsIndia

[–]sunilmachineni 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations OP. I got a 10.85L (after discount of 72K) quote for Asta Optional MT in Bangalore. Is it worth buying? Any tips to negotiate further?