teotwaki
Excelsior!
Originally I had one similar to this
But was looking at the one you linked to
A while back I was given one of the TyrePlier bead breakers and it is pretty effortless to use
Tire repair kit?
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Originally I had one similar to this
But was looking at the one you linked to
A while back I was given one of the TyrePlier bead breakers and it is pretty effortless to use
Kerensky97
Xterra101
Speaking of additional tools that are useful to have, I've had one of these 4 way tools in my cars since I could first drive. I finally lost my original after a couple decades so I bought a new one. They're super cheap.
I've used it a few times to clean up threads that got chomped by a rock and to remove valve cores. But once I removed the valve core and the air blew it out of my hand into the grass where it was lost forever. A few spare valve cores are easy to carry in the emergency gear kit.
https://amzn.to/2u7cEmW
I've used it a few times to clean up threads that got chomped by a rock and to remove valve cores. But once I removed the valve core and the air blew it out of my hand into the grass where it was lost forever. A few spare valve cores are easy to carry in the emergency gear kit.
https://amzn.to/2u7cEmW
robert
Expedition Leader
I just put my own kit together over the years. Do some research on tire repair and then grab what you think you want and need. T-handled style tools are easiest to use; having the plate that limits travel if convenient to make sure you don't push the plug through. Also toss a Colby valve in your kit. Check it periodically and replace stuff as needed.
You used to be able to buy good vulcanizing patches that you ignited but too many Nancy boys must have gotten burned as you can't find them anymore. They still vulcanize overseas and I had the tire on my roommate's Pajero repaired on the side of the road by one of those guys. Fun to watch. You'll need tire tools to break the bead and unseat the tire. You really need a rasp of some sort to prep the interior carcass before applying one of those patches and a stitcher to go over it. Make sure you know how to reseat a bead as well i.e. have a can of starter fluid in the vehicle.
You used to be able to buy good vulcanizing patches that you ignited but too many Nancy boys must have gotten burned as you can't find them anymore. They still vulcanize overseas and I had the tire on my roommate's Pajero repaired on the side of the road by one of those guys. Fun to watch. You'll need tire tools to break the bead and unseat the tire. You really need a rasp of some sort to prep the interior carcass before applying one of those patches and a stitcher to go over it. Make sure you know how to reseat a bead as well i.e. have a can of starter fluid in the vehicle.
jgaz
Adventurer
Absolutely! The 4 way tool is even more important if you are dealing a lot with tubes.
When I spoke before of changing a valve stem or two by the “field expediency method” it involved this tool, a large screw driver, and maybe the handle of a pair of pliers.
For what it’s worth, one of these tools, spare valve stems and extra valve cores are included in the comprehensive tire repair kit Teotwaki linked in an earlier post.
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Happy Joe
Apprentice Geezer
Whether airing down or repairing tires an air compressor will give you safe air pressure for the drive home...
A Jack will usually let you dismount beads so that you can replace the munched (or rotted) tubeless tire valve; getting the bead to reseat with a cheap air compressor can be a challenge (converted A/C compressors rule; as do ratchet straps around the tire circumferance).
Using gasoline or ether to seat a tire bead will often (usually) result in it being sucked back off as the fuel burns out inside the tire.
It has been years (decades) since I saw a tire shop do other than a rubber plug & glue as a permanent fix...
Enjoy!
A Jack will usually let you dismount beads so that you can replace the munched (or rotted) tubeless tire valve; getting the bead to reseat with a cheap air compressor can be a challenge (converted A/C compressors rule; as do ratchet straps around the tire circumferance).
Using gasoline or ether to seat a tire bead will often (usually) result in it being sucked back off as the fuel burns out inside the tire.
It has been years (decades) since I saw a tire shop do other than a rubber plug & glue as a permanent fix...
Enjoy!
Coachgeo
Explorer
This looks interesting enough to have in the kit for many folk. Appears there are various ones for different applications
https://www.amazon.com/Colby-Valve-...coding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=YJ091QV1SFTMQQSMFYTJ
https://www.amazon.com/Colby-Valve-...coding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=YJ091QV1SFTMQQSMFYTJ
MCX
TalesFromTheDesert.com
I've been using the Boulder repair kit and haven't had any issues - Amazon link to Boulder repair kit
GB_Willys_2014
Well-known member
I just want to express my thanks to all for a very informative thread. Probably the best I have read on this subject.
LR Max
Local Oaf
X Whatever on the Safety seal kit. I've had mine for like, 15 years. Finally ran through all of the plugs. Bought replacement plugs and goo online. Good for another 15 years. I don't go on ANY road trip in ANY car (old 4x4, new 4x4, sedan, hatchback, heck I'll pack it in my luggage if I'm traveling with others) without it. Coupled with a cheapo small air compressor and at least a multi-tool, its my go-to kit for repairs. The cheapo air compressor isn't ideal, but its compact and it'll get the job done, especially with the sedan and hatchback.
I also echo the "short term" comment as bogus. I've had one of my plugs not hold, but it was my neighbor who keeps driving at 75 mph on near-flat tires. So the tire itself was junk. But other than that one instance, if you use a safety seal plug, it is FIXED. Unless its the sidewall, but that is another discussion for another campfire.
I also echo the "short term" comment as bogus. I've had one of my plugs not hold, but it was my neighbor who keeps driving at 75 mph on near-flat tires. So the tire itself was junk. But other than that one instance, if you use a safety seal plug, it is FIXED. Unless its the sidewall, but that is another discussion for another campfire.
Ducky's Dad
Explorer
I also echo the "short term" comment as bogus.
Echo all you want, but just because a plug holds does not mean it is ideal. A proper patch will be vulcanized from the inside of the tire. Some duct tape and tie wire will hold a radiator hose together for a long time, but it's not an ideal repair.
Echo all you want, but just because a plug holds does not mean it is ideal. A proper patch will be vulcanized from the inside of the tire. Some duct tape and tie wire will hold a radiator hose together for a long time, but it's not an ideal repair.
GB_Willys_2014
Well-known member
On the basis of this thread, I went ahead and ordered the Outback Expedition kit as replacement/upgrade for my now ageing ARB kit.
The kit arrived yesterday, and I am impressed with the quality of the contents. It is a small thing but even the molle compatible pack is a nice touch and upgrade.
I initially hesitated at the kit's price, but am happy with it now that it has arrived.
The kit arrived yesterday, and I am impressed with the quality of the contents. It is a small thing but even the molle compatible pack is a nice touch and upgrade.
I initially hesitated at the kit's price, but am happy with it now that it has arrived.
LandCruiserPhil
Expedition Leader
Originally I had one similar to this
But was looking at the one you linked to
A while back I was given one of the TyrePlier bead breakers and it is pretty effortless to use
This works also and everyone (should) has one
jgaz
Adventurer
You are correct about the long handled tool. I dug mine out of the tool archives and as I suspected, it was tool long to fit in the handy, dandy, storage pouch. About two minutes with the die grinder and it now fits. My OCD is happy with all tire tools in one place. Lol!This works also and everyone (should) has one
Coachgeo
Explorer
fyi... NO PIC attached. just dead air