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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 06:46 PM
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I am replacing the run flats with NON run flats. If I carry a can of the fix a flat inflator will that get me on my way in an emergency? Any help apprecited.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 06:49 PM
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Depends on the size of the puncture I assume. Most likely would ruin your sensor. But I'm no pro. Someone else will probably have experienced this exact situation.
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It will get you on your way but will likely also destroy your tire pressure sensor. If you factor in a replacement sensor that is your probable cost of a flat tire along with labor to replace it.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 07:33 PM
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Yes, it works quite well but may ruin your sensors. I would carry a pump and plug kit. A towing service for backup.
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Crawl under the car in the rain and try to plug it! Or pump it full of fix-a-flat and maybe ruin a 40 dollar sensor. Maybe?!
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I'll do the fix-a-flat thing before I try to plug and fill. To me it is worth the sensor.
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Old Jul 2, 2008 | 10:12 PM
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Look on Tire Rack for the Continental ContiKit. It is an inflator with a sealer that is compatible with the sensors. Plugs into the power outlet and seals/inflates your tire. I carry one plus a refill in my car.
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