Fix a Flat in a can
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Fix a Flat in a can
Pros and cons on the use of fix a flat product in a can. I called the company and inquired about the product and its use on tires with the monitor sensor in them and was told the sensor would be fine if they were flushed out with water within 3 days. What are your opinions on this product? Thanks
Burning Brakes
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it may work in a pinch for a slower leak. tire repair guys hate it due to the mess
Also the propelant is propane so it is flamable
Some brands are touted as sensor safe but i dont nessesarily trust that.
Also the propelant is propane so it is flamable
Some brands are touted as sensor safe but i dont nessesarily trust that.
Le Mans Master
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The can I have says it is sensor safe. You need to get the tire fixed correctly after the puncture, but if it can save you from a tow and get you to a repair shop, it's cheap insurance. Run flats cost up to 800 bucks more than non and sensors cost only 30 to 40 bucks so I have decided to go the tire sealant route with regular tires.
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I don't want to risk my sensors no matter what it says on the can as they cost $100 each, so I just keep a portable air compressor and a tire plug kit in one of the small storage bins.
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You are paying way to much for your sensors. I would rather take the slight chance of ruining sensor than trying to patch a tire on the side of the road.
Last edited by JR-01; Mar 15, 2014 at 11:21 AM.
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Happy St. Patty's Day gentlemen 
Sounds about right to me. Kinda like surgery, never have it unless its the last possible option (unless your getting clipped. Ouch!).
Personally I would never use the can unless it was the last option possible
I agree Ed about $70/80 is what sensors ends up running with tax shipping close to a Hondo.
May I ask where your able to pick them up for $30/40 JR?
Got it. Thank you.
Sounds about right to me. Kinda like surgery, never have it unless its the last possible option (unless your getting clipped. Ouch!).
Personally I would never use the can unless it was the last option possible
I agree Ed about $70/80 is what sensors ends up running with tax shipping close to a Hondo.
May I ask where your able to pick them up for $30/40 JR?
Got it. Thank you.
Le Mans Master
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Happy St. Patty's Day gentlemen
Sounds about right to me. Kinda like surgery, never have it unless its the last possible option (unless your getting clipped. Ouch!).
Personally I would never use the can unless it was the last option possible
I agree Ed about $70/80 is what sensors ends up running with tax shipping close to a Hondo.
May I ask where your able to pick them up for $30/40 JR? Thank you.
Sounds about right to me. Kinda like surgery, never have it unless its the last possible option (unless your getting clipped. Ouch!).
Personally I would never use the can unless it was the last option possible
I agree Ed about $70/80 is what sensors ends up running with tax shipping close to a Hondo.
May I ask where your able to pick them up for $30/40 JR? Thank you.
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I do carry a compressor too but if it comes down to it I will use the can of sealer to get to a repair shop.
Last edited by JR-01; Mar 15, 2014 at 11:33 AM.
Le Mans Master
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Of course that's an option. If and when the situation arises I will do what needs to be done and the can of sealer is just a nice option to have. Especially if it can get you out of a sticky situation.
Drifting
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Happy St. Patty's Day gentlemen
Sounds about right to me. Kinda like surgery, never have it unless its the last possible option (unless your getting clipped. Ouch!).
Personally I would never use the can unless it was the last option possible
I agree Ed about $70/80 is what sensors ends up running with tax shipping close to a Hondo.
May I ask where your able to pick them up for $30/40 JR?
Got it. Thank you.
Sounds about right to me. Kinda like surgery, never have it unless its the last possible option (unless your getting clipped. Ouch!).
Personally I would never use the can unless it was the last option possible
I agree Ed about $70/80 is what sensors ends up running with tax shipping close to a Hondo.
May I ask where your able to pick them up for $30/40 JR?
Got it. Thank you.
Le Mans Master
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I have had two flats and a blowout in the 45 years I have been driving so, no they don't happen every day, for sure.
Drifting
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Yup. I see now. I've used RockAuto before too. Just didn't think again 
Thanks guys for the links. I went with one of our CF GM guys. Chit I obviously overpaid again
DangIt.
Oh well. Next time I'll run it past you guys first before I buy anything for my low riding little redhead
Thanks guys for the links. I went with one of our CF GM guys. Chit I obviously overpaid again
DangIt. Oh well. Next time I'll run it past you guys first before I buy anything for my low riding little redhead
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This is just an FYI for you people that carry a can in your storage compartments. If you happen to live in a warmer climate, I have first had experience that if it gets hot enough, it will explode and then you will have a big mess to clean up. Had this happen in another car I have, not the Vette. I do live in Arizona so it gets pretty hot in the summer time here. Might want to put it in an explosion proof container if you decide to carry a can.
Le Mans Master
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This is just an FYI for you people that carry a can in your storage compartments. If you happen to live in a warmer climate, I have first had experience that if it gets hot enough, it will explode and then you will have a big mess to clean up. Had this happen in another car I have, not the Vette. I do live in Arizona so it gets pretty hot in the summer time here. Might want to put it in an explosion proof container if you decide to carry a can.
Instructor
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I would rather try the sealer first than taking a chance on damaging the car from an inexperienced flat bed driver. Might be in the middle of the boondocks.
I have had two flats and a blowout in the 45 years I have been driving so, no they don't happen every day, for sure.
I have had two flats and a blowout in the 45 years I have been driving so, no they don't happen every day, for sure.
