Flat Tire Kit
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Burning Brakes
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From: Oro Valley Arizona
Flat Tire Kit
What's the best flat repair kit you carry. For guy's that do not use Run-Flats. I'm putting together a kit and would like to see what you guy's are using ?
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I have the following:
DC 12Volt compressor that fits in covey hole.
Side cutter pliers for removing a nail or screw. It also is useful for cutting the tire plug flush with the tire thread.
Tire plug kit with the T handle. The straight handle ones doesn't give enough leverage for pucturing the nail hole, etc.
1 pair of mechanic gloves
1 blanket to lay on if needed.
1 can of TPM sensor safe slime (used in emergency only) If impossible to get to the nail or screw.
I've had to use the tire plug once while on a 3 week road trip. Got the low tire pressure, pumped it up to 35psi, then while parked in Hotel parking lot, I found the screw (rear tire) pulled out the screw, plugged it and it held the remaining of my risd trip. In fact, I replaced all 4 tires the year after, and that plug was still holding.
DC 12Volt compressor that fits in covey hole.
Side cutter pliers for removing a nail or screw. It also is useful for cutting the tire plug flush with the tire thread.
Tire plug kit with the T handle. The straight handle ones doesn't give enough leverage for pucturing the nail hole, etc.
1 pair of mechanic gloves
1 blanket to lay on if needed.
1 can of TPM sensor safe slime (used in emergency only) If impossible to get to the nail or screw.
I've had to use the tire plug once while on a 3 week road trip. Got the low tire pressure, pumped it up to 35psi, then while parked in Hotel parking lot, I found the screw (rear tire) pulled out the screw, plugged it and it held the remaining of my risd trip. In fact, I replaced all 4 tires the year after, and that plug was still holding.
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I would highly recommend some sort of jack also. Even if you don't remove the tire from the car, you will need to get access to the screw or nail. On the front tires, that is easier as you can turn the wheels to get better access. But on the rear, it will be very difficult.
I purchased a low profile aluminum jack here: Lo-Pro® Floor Jack Compact Low Profile Billet Aluminum Jack It will let you get the tire off the ground enough for access. I store mine behind my front passenger seat along with a short section of 2X6 in the storage compartment in the back. Gives the jack clearance to turn the hex on the jack and gives higher lifting height. Also, this jack comes with a black storage bag.
Good idea to also carry a large ratchet with a proper wheel lug socket. You can then take the tire off the car to work on it which will make things even easier. Will make it much safer also especially if you have to repair a tire on the side of the car facing the road.
Another good item to carry, would be a good flashlight also in case you need to fix a tire puncture at night.
I purchased a low profile aluminum jack here: Lo-Pro® Floor Jack Compact Low Profile Billet Aluminum Jack It will let you get the tire off the ground enough for access. I store mine behind my front passenger seat along with a short section of 2X6 in the storage compartment in the back. Gives the jack clearance to turn the hex on the jack and gives higher lifting height. Also, this jack comes with a black storage bag.
Good idea to also carry a large ratchet with a proper wheel lug socket. You can then take the tire off the car to work on it which will make things even easier. Will make it much safer also especially if you have to repair a tire on the side of the car facing the road.
Another good item to carry, would be a good flashlight also in case you need to fix a tire puncture at night.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Oro Valley Arizona
I would highly recommend some sort of jack also. Even if you don't remove the tire from the car, you will need to get access to the screw or nail. On the front tires, that is easier as you can turn the wheels to get better access. But on the rear, it will be very difficult.
I purchased a low profile aluminum jack here: Lo-Pro® Floor Jack Compact Low Profile Billet Aluminum Jack It will let you get the tire off the ground enough for access. I store mine behind my front passenger seat along with a short section of 2X6 in the storage compartment in the back. Gives the jack clearance to turn the hex on the jack and gives higher lifting height. Also, this jack comes with a black storage bag.
Good idea to also carry a large ratchet with a proper wheel lug socket. You can then take the tire off the car to work on it which will make things even easier. Will make it much safer also especially if you have to repair a tire on the side of the car facing the road.
Another good item to carry, would be a good flashlight also in case you need to fix a tire puncture at night.
I purchased a low profile aluminum jack here: Lo-Pro® Floor Jack Compact Low Profile Billet Aluminum Jack It will let you get the tire off the ground enough for access. I store mine behind my front passenger seat along with a short section of 2X6 in the storage compartment in the back. Gives the jack clearance to turn the hex on the jack and gives higher lifting height. Also, this jack comes with a black storage bag.
Good idea to also carry a large ratchet with a proper wheel lug socket. You can then take the tire off the car to work on it which will make things even easier. Will make it much safer also especially if you have to repair a tire on the side of the car facing the road.
Another good item to carry, would be a good flashlight also in case you need to fix a tire puncture at night.
I am going to add a small scissor jack and already have 19MM deep socket and 1/2 drive torque wrench.
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I carry a small 12v compressor, cell phone, credit cards, cash, and a sidearm.
If you have a slow leak, you can pump it up as required until you can get to a service area or tire dealer. Anything else is a phone call away and they take CC's and/or cash. If you're out of cell phone range and flagging down a concerned citizen doesn't work, then use the sidearm vs the flag.
Most flat causing debris that's repairable is in cities, towns, etc where help is nearby. Tire problems in the boonies is rare and usually fatal.
There are dozens of things on cars that can fail and leave you stranded. You can't carry every tool or part for repairs.
If you have a slow leak, you can pump it up as required until you can get to a service area or tire dealer. Anything else is a phone call away and they take CC's and/or cash. If you're out of cell phone range and flagging down a concerned citizen doesn't work, then use the sidearm vs the flag.
Most flat causing debris that's repairable is in cities, towns, etc where help is nearby. Tire problems in the boonies is rare and usually fatal.
There are dozens of things on cars that can fail and leave you stranded. You can't carry every tool or part for repairs.
