How to Plug a Flat Tire (easily)
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- Learn how to plug a flat tire so you can getg back on the road quickly, safely, and easily.
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I've been using these for over 30 years and never had one fail. Plus I've saved a ton of money.
but you should put the special glue that comes with this way it will last more.
How long does it last?
Once, I had a 16d nail go in head first. I was planning on getting new tires in a couple of months, so I tried to patch that hole. It took 3 of the sticky plugs ( special glue not needed with those) to finally seal it up. It lasted the 3 months, until I got new tires, without losing any air. I wouldn't recommend doing that, but as an experiment, it proved to me that they work. As far as a regular hole, as I said, I 've never had a failure.
@@muhyihammad2007yes it bonds plug with tyre does vulcunisation
It could fail at the maximum load, pressure, speed, and temperature. So it won't if you are sane.
Tip: Don't get a tire plug kit that's shaped like a screw driver, you have no leverage when pushing the reamer in. Get the T shaped ones.
Made that mistake 3 days ago. Screwdriver shape is awful
Is there a specific name for that?
@@Sebassftw autozone has them. Got mine there. Fixed a flat on my semi
I have used strait reamers for 20 years and have properly plugged hundreds of not thousands of tires. I recommend a strait reamer. The trick is to make sure the injury is clean of debris and get a good quality plug preferably not a black or a red one
Definitely agree, I make my screwdriver one work but it’s much harder than a T handle 😂
An important step you missed is that after you insert the plug, before you pull it out you need to turn the tool a 1/2 turn. That way when you pull the tool out it creates a knot on the inside of the tire preventing it from being blown out when you fill the tire with air. Every pack I've bought has this instruction on it.
I was waiting for him to say twist n pull out too lol
Very important step as I learned the hard way now.. Repaired about 50 tires that way but only mine went leaking about 10km after the repair..
The tool he used specifically states on the packaging, not to twist and to simply pull straight out. But i guess you must know more than chrisfix and the creator of the product.
@@hufman9807 imagine thinking “chrisfix” knows everything. 🤡 if you read what he said you would’ve seen the part that say “every package I’ve bought has this instruction on it”. That doesn’t mean they all do. You can chill out a little bit.
He says it in the full video which is longer than this Short iirc
straight to the point, i'll always love Chrisfix videos!
He did it wrong ……… go read the other comment s
my name is liam and I love mustangs I have always wanted one when I saw you and when you got your mustang I started watching all your vids and I learn so much and I just wanted to say thanks now because of you I fix all the automotive things oh and i'm ten and I learn alot from you so thank you very much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Nice and simple vid, good job as always Chris
In Australia an absolute life saver! But NEVER try to save side wall damage! Also ensure every 6 months or so or before a country trip that you have a fresh supply of plugs. And even the cheapest compressor is better than none.
Dude. You really so be showing us how to take care of our vehicles. We appreciate you. 👍
they work well too. I had 2 screws in the same tire just a week apart and used the same kit. has been 5 months now and no issues with the repair
Soapy wooder as useful as ever! 👍👍
I clicked on [Comments] just to post about how *Soapy Wooder* has so many uses.
Ya beat me to it...
@@Ed_Stuckey aw, I'm sorry Ed!
Used this for over 30 years had no issues ❤️ 💯
This works ....dont let tire shops tell you it doesnt .
I’ve drifted down to the metal belt with plugs with no problems.
It works yea, it's not always that easy tho. I can't even count how many people come to the shop asking for one and leaving because we charged too much. Just to return the next day saying they did it and it didn't work.
Well no shit, you tried to put 3 sht cheap plugs into a hole that isn't mean to be plugged. Or on a tire that isn't worth plugging
People can plug a tire on their own, but I always tell them if they have it. Pop the spare on, and make your way to tire shop. A plug isn't always gonna work, or your tire might not be worth plugging (which is the case a lot, and it can be very dangerous to even attempt to plug it)
Basically if you know you know, and if you don't know don't even try it.
Where I live they charge $15 maybe $20 to patch a tire, off rim. Never had any issues either and price is great.
@@cedarwings82 $30 plus tax in Canada
It works but it isn't a permanent fix. This is also not a DOT certified way to repair a tire. I can't tell you the amount of times a rope plug has leaked on a tire needing a repair. Plug + patch is the way to go. If you can't afford fixing a tire the correct, why do you even have a car?
i love your videos but something i wanted add here. In the moment you decide take care the flat tire u have to be ready to prepare everything before take the screw dont permit the tire lost aire because later you need a lot effort to put in the finish plug i do this frecuently or maybe i have to go to the gym
I’ve been using plugs and tires since I owned my first car in 1996 never ever an issue I even had holes so big I used two plugs It works great
chris you should think about restoring an old classic car! would be tons of content and i personally would love watching it
Just so people know that this makes your tire unpairable if you take the tire in for a flat repair at a shop. So just know before doing still but it can work. Great video 👍
purely depends on the tireshop
Unpairable?
@@janoycresnova9156 unrepairable* don't tell me I needed to tell you that for you to understand
@@KeaganExtremeGaming in my experience, in working in a tireshop and a mechanic shop, it's unrepairable by law, but you could definitely repair it, if you know what you're doing
@@thattexaskid4219 what makes fixing those plugs any different than if it was the nail in the first place. Atleast in this case he didn’t make it bigger.
This is skill every driver should know. I do think the average person is going to struggle getting enough leverage to insert the plug unless they take the tire off and use their body weight to help push the plug in.
Man you made it seem so easy, i was going at real hard, mostly because my tire wasn’t flat, it still had air in it. Got the job done, hope tomorrow it isn’t flat 😂.
I always fill the tire up with air before trying to push the plug in. Pushing in on a deflated tire is much harder, and I use rubber cement to lubricate the plug.
Done this once, it works very well
Chris you're the best, have a great day !
I feel like this tip was missed for the sake of keeping the video short but if anyone struggles attempting to put the plug in, inflating the tire will help to reduce the flexing effect of the tire otherwise you'll be putting in way more effort than necessary. This tip of course is subject to the size of the leak itself tho. May not always be possible this way but Im sure someone somewhere with a fat SUV tire is thanking me :P
This is a great video but some tire shops won’t fix the tire after this so just be fair warned cause I work at discount tire and we won’t fix a tire once it’s plugged like this (we do not charge for repairs btw and if you drive on a flat tire we also won’t fit it due to the fact that riding on a flat tire even for a few miles will damage the tire and we also don’t work on run flat tires as well)
I always use tire plug when it is possible. The kit, glue (as lubricant) and air pump on my car.
Perfect timing.
Lol. My brother used to do this repair constantly… I thought he had super powers.
Anybody: *breathes*
ChrisFix: Spray him with soapy wooder, now!
Make sure to take the tire in to a repair shop, so they can repair it from the inside.
Yes absolutely you never know what else might be wrong with it and sometimes it isn't a simple or easy screw to find
That’s not necessarily required. It also costs $30 to repair this way because dismounting, remounting and then balancing have to be done. Patches are better, but there’s nothing wrong with a plug.
Nice 👍
Give the handle a quarter or half turn after the plug is in before you pull it out to knot up the plug on the inside. Also get the plug pusher tool that looks like a T, not a straight handle (he made it look easy to push the plug in, but sometimes it can take a LOT of force, so the extra width from the T is VERY nice). Also, do not try this on the sidewall of the tire…
Do you need to burn the tip of the plug after putting it in to be sure it is sealed properly ? Thank you very much
I Just did Mine Yesterday... I Always Watch the Tire Shops Do it. So I Bought Mine and Spared Me $15-$20 at the Tire Shop. Whole Kit Cost less than $10.
I’ve always used a dab of rubber cement as well… but I rarely use plugs now because I have seen them cause issues with the steal belts in the long run. Any thoughts on either of these points?
im about to try this, wish me luck. the nail is slightly on the outer edge of tire. :-)
Worth mentioning you should get it properly patched when possible
Tip: always look on your actual tire for the correct psi not the door as that only helps with the tires that come from factory
LOL! I did this after someone told me they could plug a flat without removing the wheel.
You lost that bet huh? Lol
A little tip I like to do is to take a lighter and let the plug melt into the tire a little for a good seal
I always thought about getting one of these kits, but then I thought I don’t have a compressor on the road so it would be kind of useless. It would be nice if I’m at home and I get the flat.
You can always get a compressor powered by a cigarette lighter/outlet (if your car/truck has one) so you can plug and then refill anywhere
@@chrisfix - good idea Chris, thanks. Any GOOD recommendations? Most I have seen or heard are pretty much junk
temporary fix only. go get a real patch from a shop and use this to get you there
Frig off know it all. It works. It vulcanizes. Its fine and has worked for 60 years.
Miss your vid’s hope all is well
It's much easier to insert the tool if you inflate the tire first
A blowtorch or lighter to melt the plug before inserting makes it stay Longer
You should really read the PSI rating on the actual tire because you could have a different size tire to the ones from the factory
I've heard some ppl say to pull it out slowly and some say quickly.
Are there pros and cons to either method?
Pull fast so it doesnt pull the plug out. Too slow and the friction will probably pull the plug out with the tool.
Will fix a flat prevent the plug from going in??
My boy Chris tryna tap in that shorts cash flow. Get yo bag chris
No just trying to produce free content to teach people as much as possible. I don’t get paid for shorts.
And dont forget to check your blinker fluid 😂😂😂😂😂😂
It's better to twist it before you pull it out it will make a better seal
On the kit I was using it says to pull straight out
pressure charts show 32 but I always go 35. 32 feels very soft on bumps and front keeps looking flat at 32
Is one tire repair kit better, or all the same?
I thought you’re supposed to put like glue or something on the tire plug or is that grease?
I wonder how long that will last for
I’ve always heated up the plug up with a lighter also before installing.
Great tip
technically, im not sure what american or other european countries law is, but in the uk you’re not supposed to use these as a genuine repair they’re meant as a temporary fix til you can get to a tyre place and get a proper mushroom patch done there, but obviously old bill won’t know so just do it properly 👀
You already did a video showing how to plug a tire. Comeon chris. We're all waiting on your lemons race video. Don't have us wait a year for it like your last lemons race video.
The lemons race is 4tb of video raw. That’s 80hrs of footage over 2 days and 6 cameras. It takes a while to go through and edit. Each video takes over 120hrs to make and this is a particularly long one. I hope you can respect the amount of work, time, and effort it takes to make my content.
What kind of pliers are those?
Sometimes it easier to use a hammer to punch the tool through the steel belts .
Which multitool are you using?
Help, car only starts when pushed (like hill start)
When trying to start it with a key it only cranks
Thanks Chrisfix!
But what happens if after you plug it, air still leaks. Should I try the whole process again?
You can use rubber cement with the plug or now since it leaks slower take it to get repaired
No cement?
Also lots of rubber cement
Would plugs work for nails that’s near the sidewall but not AT the sidewall? Like in the section where it’s curving towards the sidewall.
If its outside of the last part of the tread that is considered the sidewall. I show it in more detail here: ruclips.net/video/3aQRO29ZzbE/видео.html
No glue?
Not needed on this kit, but always check the instructions to make sure if you need it or not
Reminder: this is only a temporary fix, and the tire should be replaced as soon as possible to avoid a potentially massive safety risk. Tire blowouts at highway speeds are no good for anyone.
Of course, this is only a temporary fix. Plugging the tyre is a solution for when you are stuck in the middle of nowhere, and need your wheels to work long enough to reach a proper garage.
Highly recommend not doing this if you’re close to a tire shop like Discount tire- they’ll do it for free all the hard work but won’t if there is a plug in it
It's easier to plug a tire if there is pressure, not flat, trust me
Agreed
Note not a certified way of repairing a tire and will more than likely leak. They have and can work but no guarantees. On top of that a tire place will likely not remove and properly plug the hole again as you're also not supposed to plug a hole twice. You have a spare for a reason. My instructor would always say when something goes wrong due to neglect it's going to be the time the car will lose control and hit a minivan full of kids or some other horrible thing like that all due to you not taking an extra 5, 10, or 20 min to do the job right.
If it's all the way flat, put some air in it first, then follow these instructions
Is that a temporary fix till you get a new tire or can you use it normally as is.
You should consider getting a new pair of tires but I've had these plugs last the life of the tire
You forgot the cement.
You left out the part where it feels like I have to use the force of an elephant to jam it in there, seriously that shit sucks lol
Absolutely insane fun fact: bicycle tires are higher pressure than most car tires. I keep mine around 45-55, but road tires can be recommended as high as 130.
You should do a roadside playlist, where you have videos like this and what to do if your battery goes flat etc. Basically a quick help guide.
Didn't know a battery could go flat
“battery goes flat” ???
I am seriously asking this. Are you responders millennials? Just wondering how you do not know what a flat battery is.
@@BaptistJoshua I know it means a dead battery but its just a weird way to word it..
@@hc121_ is that because you are a millennial and did not hear it in your generation or maybe your dad didn't teach you car work? Calling a battery flat was completely normal during my lifetime
Chris, can you fix the flat in my heart?
@@100TBlank Totally unexpected classic W.
I prescribe you 1 Andrew Tate clip everyday.
A warm bowl of chili to sooth the soul my friend.
Chris can fix anything buddy!
that's what I was wondering
I'm working on 4 cars constantly for my family and I believe that Chris Fix has the best videos on the internet. A born teacher with the knowledge of a very experienced mechanic. From the new driveway video to the flat tire fix via strut and lower control replacement , heat control repair, over heating diagnosing and on and on . Speaks fast and clearly and no wasted words . He has helped me so much that I should put him on payroll . If only I had a payroll. Thanks Chris Fix
NO LIE!!!!
Like a Bridge Over Soapy Wooder......
why do i find this oddly satisfying
Cause he said the thing...
*soapy woter*
Because no1 thot to make it simple. Mechanics try to make it seem hard so u have to pay them...
Because a noodle looking thing is going into a hole
regular satisfying
@@JA-ob6zz no, if a person hasn't done it b4, u wudnt assume it's easy, plus most wud take the tire off 1st. He did a great alternate workaround! The Nnoodle in the hole part is the basic for those who have mechanical insight, but those who don't tinker wud pay the mechanic for a more 'reliable' repair...
The tire after 9 months:🤰
Every actual mechanic or tire guy here will know Chris has the strongest Forearms on the planet, my man reamed it with the plug tool outside with no leverage Jesus Christ that’s impressive.
Yes! I can't believe I just witnessed something that's practically impossible to do. Did you see how much he flexed the tire?
The initial insertion is the hardest. Maybe it was already reamed out before recording.
Exactly! It looked so easy, that I tried it, but had to put the nail back and take it to the shop. Lol! But thanks, anyway 😅
@@paulapatino4834 Just apply some heat to the plug with a lighter and it's super easy to put in. Works every time.
@@helvacihelva
Where were you before I had to plug three tires in the past 4 hours. The last one I laid there staring at the sky for 5 minutes
I was taught that at 3, I’m 58 now, however we always had to fix our own tractor & big rig tires since we didn’t even have a home phone & harvested our own crops. Yet things like this liberate one from feeling, so helpless. Thank you for sharing.
I like to use the kits with rubber cement. Coat the plug with some rubber cement before inserting the plug.
I always get a plug kit that comes with the cement.
Why is cement needed? I would think that the plug is essentially self sealing.
The cement lubricates makes it slightly easier to push in
This is actually perfect timing, Chris.. I finished work today and had a flat tire from a screw! I had an air compressor to fill up the tire to get home in the trunk, and then by the time I get home this video pops up in my feed.. Impeccable timing!
You inspired me to be a mechanic when I grow up
No, don't. It sucks trust me...
The best advice a mechanic ever gave me is to not become one
Like these other two guys said, seriously, don't do it. The pay is crap, you'll be treated horribly, and your body will be destroyed.
@@ProleDaddy what I want to be is a mechanic who works on super cars or smt like that
@@CallMeScriptedOFFICIALstill have to work your way up. If that were the case, wouldn't everybody want to do the same?
Definitely something that everyone should know how to do for when you're in a pinch. Thing to note though, some tire repair shops will not patch a tire later on if they find a plug like that. Company policy is that a plug doesn't do as good of a job as a patch and can cause damage to the integrity of the tire, so then the shop is liable if they patch it and something happens. Source: work at discount tire
Thanks Bob!
Same man, leaking cottons plugs are no gooood.
I like to note that these plug are often not good for long term as they may leak again so it's best to get them properly repair, that way, they can last a lot longer with a patch. I work at one of kal tires in Canada and the leak are uncommonly found from these diy plug.
I've never had one that leaked, but I certainly believe it happens. It's probably also a good idea to keep an eye on any tire that had a deep puncture in it for a while on the off chance it hit one of the belts inside of it in such a way that it fails. There's no mistaking the bulge in a tire that's lost some of it's internal structure
I also work for a large tire company and we will not honor the warranty if you do an improper repair like this if it would have been otherwise repairable. These repairs are designed to be temporary and will get you back on the road but you definitely want a patch and plug repair for a proper repair to last the life of a tire. If you're interested in my credentials I supervise the shop and am TIA certified
I’ve never seen this tool before! Time to add something to the shopping list for when I get a car.
Discount does it for free 😅
@@kodylitchfield2653 there’s a certain satisfaction that you get from fixing something yourself sometimes, in this case I think it’s worth it
Lot of people saying it's not permanent fix, maybe it's not I'm not a mechanic, but in my experience been using these for over 15 years and never had issues after. Even used them on my 26,500 pound bucket truck and no issues. This just my experience with them though
Agreed. I’ve drifted on them to the belts of the tire and they still held air haha. Couldn’t believe it!
Agreed, I put on many 10s of thousands of miles on each of these plugs. Never had any issues. People saying you gotta run to the tire shop immediately after make me laugh.
@@janoycresnova9156 I literally have one on my car now. Had a nail in my tire bout month ago. Been plugged ever since
I always made the mistake of deflating the tire before plugging it. Leaving it as inflated as possible makes things go a whole lot easier
Fyi if you have a discount tire or America’s tire near you we will fix the flat for free! Tips appreciate of course, but if a flat already has a “road plug” as we call them like this then we cannot work on it for liability reason’s unfortunately. So next time you have a flat swing by your local discount tire first!
Great tip if you have a flat near one of those places. If not I wouldn’t drive on a leaking tire which could be dangerous. But hey if you’re near one of those stores, great idea!
@@chrisfix yes I agree! We also won’t work on it if it has a “heat ring” from driving on it flat. So really only ideal if you find yourself in this situation and you happen to be nearby. 👍🏽
@chrisfix I also always put a dab of contact cement on the “string thing” before I put it in. It makes for a better seal.
Always use rubber contact cement.
You totally can if it comes with it/you have it. In this case it sealed without it but it doesn’t hurt!
A guy at a tire shop recommended holding a flame to the plug to help the seal. While demonstrating he set it on fire, waited a tick then blew it out.
It works permanently if performed correctly. The plug vulcanizes and has been used for generations. Big holes need patch. This works perfectly for most nail holes.
As someone who works with tires daily i can tell you for sure that about 40% of those fail after a while. In my country they use those on highaways tire shops since customers won't come back and you don't have to take the tire off. The worst thing about those is that you are making existing hole fucking massive and making it difficult to patch it later, after string fails. And yes, i have at least one of those weekly, at a small tire shop.
@@wittekPLhey must not know how to repair them correctly. Have two tires on my car right now that have plugs that’s been in them going on 3 years now. I will need a new set of tires soon because they are getting worn down but those plugs have held.
@@cvdixon29or he just wants to sell new tires.
@@wittekPLbullshit been using plugs for 40 years without issue. Only use them if you want to save money from scammers.
Chris fix should teach me how to give a flat tire for april fools day
This is easier than changing the entire tire. I'll keep one in my trunk
Trust me, it’s not, the reamer doesn’t always go in that easily
Whenever I need to use one I usually don't have an air source nearby so it's a race to ream the hole and plug it with enough air to get to a pump lol
You forgot last step: Drive to tire shop to get a patch put inside. Plugs are only a temporary fix, a patch needs to be made on the inside. Also any of this only applies to the treaded areas. Any puncture of a sidewall is mandatory tire replacement. Source: Every tire manufacturer.
Plugs are not a temporary fix if the hole is a clean puncture like from a nail or screw
Nah these plugs never fail. No sidewall repair, yes absolutely agree
Tire shops won’t patch a tire if you use a plug so kinda in a pickle if you don’t have a flat near a tire shop! Also you are 100% correct about the sidewall. Only repair in tread area.
Bullshit. Plugs are totally fine. Had about 50k driven on two separate ones.
@@chrisfix i had one pull my plug and patch it they will do it if it’s in the right zone and it’s a good business .. but i did use a high rated local family owned shop
Excellent job. I recently discovered this and I’ve used it multiple times. I timed myself once and it was under 20 minutes. That included removing the wheel and filling the tire to the appropriate pressure and reinstalling on the car. 👍🏽
That was much faster and cheaper than taking it to a tire shop.
Why are you taking the tire off to plug like he is ? Move the car until in best position . Which is exactly as he is.
That actually works really well. Had a trailer tire I fixed with that and forgot about for a couple years
For a quick fix it works pretty good!
I use repair sealer on my plugs, Before inserting the plug. I feel like it helps if there might be any small leaks in the future
@@Semystic ive fixed tires with leaking plugs, rarely see any of them with any sealer