Flat Tire
05-31-2018, 12:11 PM
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Flat Tire
I cannot change a flat tire due to health and I hate to be stranded. Road service takes hours that I can't wait.
Question........Is there a sure-fire quick fix type of tire inflator that will get me a few miles to a service station or to Discount Tires?
Not talking about a huge blow-out or tire ripped to shreds....just a flat from a nail or screw and discovered when leaving a restaurant or shopping trip.
Thanks for info on any reliable product or system. I do not care what it costs! Being stranded with my Grandkids scares me greatly.
Thanks, Grits2018
Question........Is there a sure-fire quick fix type of tire inflator that will get me a few miles to a service station or to Discount Tires?
Not talking about a huge blow-out or tire ripped to shreds....just a flat from a nail or screw and discovered when leaving a restaurant or shopping trip.
Thanks for info on any reliable product or system. I do not care what it costs! Being stranded with my Grandkids scares me greatly.
Thanks, Grits2018
05-31-2018, 12:46 PM
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In short, no. Anything that seals the hole from a can fills the tire will all sorts of crap that needs to be cleaned out before a repair can be made. Roadside assistance should not take hours unless it's a weather emergency.
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05-31-2018, 01:00 PM
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I agree! You want to stay away from "Fix-A-Flat" type products. Besides the mess they make inside the tire/wheel, you also have TPMS ( tire pressure monitors ) that could be damaged/effected by these products.
If you're worried about nail/screw holes that would leak fairly slowly, why not carry a 12v tire inflator in your truck. Even if you have to stop several times to refill, it would still be easier than changing a flat. Your TPMS will let you know when it's time to pull over and "pump up"!
Just a thought!, Mike
If you're worried about nail/screw holes that would leak fairly slowly, why not carry a 12v tire inflator in your truck. Even if you have to stop several times to refill, it would still be easier than changing a flat. Your TPMS will let you know when it's time to pull over and "pump up"!
Just a thought!, Mike
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05-31-2018, 02:04 PM
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Thanks Mike and Rick. I think the tire inflator is the way to go. I have a tire inflator but it is weak to the max. Looking today for a no-nonsense quick and powerful tire inflator.
Thanks again. Grits2018
Thanks again. Grits2018
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05-31-2018, 02:08 PM
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Keep in mind that TPMS will flag you on a slow leak, and you can find the nearest Discount Tire for your free flat repair!
05-31-2018, 02:45 PM
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Trashed duplicate thread. OP please keep the same subject in one thread. Thanks
05-31-2018, 04:43 PM
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Does anyone know of a good tire inflator? The one I have is weak and takes about 30 minutes to build 30 pounds pressure and gets smoking hot in the process. And it sometimes quits when it overheats.
I need one that plugs into the cigarette lighter and NOT rechargable.
Thanks, Grits2018
I need one that plugs into the cigarette lighter and NOT rechargable.
Thanks, Grits2018
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Does anyone know of a good tire inflator? The one I have is weak and takes about 30 minutes to build 30 pounds pressure and gets smoking hot in the process. And it sometimes quits when it overheats.
I need one that plugs into the cigarette lighter and NOT rechargable.
Thanks, Grits2018
I need one that plugs into the cigarette lighter and NOT rechargable.
Thanks, Grits2018
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06-01-2018, 05:58 PM
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Good solid advice
I agree! You want to stay away from "Fix-A-Flat" type products. Besides the mess they make inside the tire/wheel, you also have TPMS ( tire pressure monitors ) that could be damaged/effected by these products.
If you're worried about nail/screw holes that would leak fairly slowly, why not carry a 12v tire inflator in your truck. Even if you have to stop several times to refill, it would still be easier than changing a flat. Your TPMS will let you know when it's time to pull over and "pump up"!
Just a thought!, Mike
If you're worried about nail/screw holes that would leak fairly slowly, why not carry a 12v tire inflator in your truck. Even if you have to stop several times to refill, it would still be easier than changing a flat. Your TPMS will let you know when it's time to pull over and "pump up"!
Just a thought!, Mike
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