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Has anyone actually used an auto tire inflator/repair kit?
October 22, 2017, 08:55 AM
MNSIGHas anyone actually used an auto tire inflator/repair kit?
I was looking at the ones made by Slime and Fix-a-Flat as an option to take on the RZR for trail rides instead of mounting a spare.
It appears that they inject the repair goo into the stream of compressed air (12v compressor) rather than relying on CO2 or an aerosol.
Do they actually work?
October 22, 2017, 09:06 AM
motor59For a simple puncture - the 'run over a nail' type issue - they work quite well.
For a sidewall cut or tear - not so much.
Out on a trail? I'd prefer the peace of mind a spare provides, along with the convenience the fix-a-flat kit might offer, and have both.
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October 22, 2017, 09:27 AM
flesheatingvirusI’d rather keep a plug kit in the vehicle and have an on board air compressor. In a pinch, the slime cans do work. Plus they are cheaper.
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October 22, 2017, 09:51 AM
bettysnephewJust remember on autos and trucks that have tire pressure monitors that using that stuff means you will be buying a new pressure sensor. Not an issue for the ATV's I know, just a caution.
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October 22, 2017, 10:02 AM
Pizza BobSome of the injectable tire sealants may not be compatible with your TPMS sensors - if your vehicle is so equipped.
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October 22, 2017, 10:07 AM
flesheatingvirusquote:
Originally posted by bettysnephew:
Just remember on autos and trucks that have tire pressure monitors that using that stuff means you will be buying a new pressure sensor. Not an issue for the ATV's I know, just a caution.
VERY good point.
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October 22, 2017, 03:36 PM
EponymI recommend the Stop-N-Go kit, below, for motorcycles. It works well for temporary repairs.
I replaced the plug with an internal patch when I got home (usually after several thousand miles of highway riding). I never had a patch fail.
Stop-N-Go Pocket Tire Plugger with CO2Stop-N-Go Inside/Out PatchI carried a small air compressor for backup.
October 22, 2017, 04:33 PM
hvyhawlerI put Slime in all of my atv tires, buy it by the big jug... I carry a small 12 volt compressor, a co2 kit and a tire plug kit... Like someone said, it won't help for a sidewall cut.
October 22, 2017, 04:39 PM
FN in MTI'll second the Stop n Go kit. I personally fixed 3 tires with mine, two on buddies bikes, one on my R1200GS.
THAT one was a dandy...Brand new tire with 36 miles on it...ran over a big nail in a construction zone, with all the pavement pulled up. Sticking out of the dirt I guess. Front tire, luckily I felt something weird and immediately pulled over.
The nail was still in the tire, pushed in the plug, aired it up with my small compressor and away I went.
I'd look at the Stop N Go for sure.