How to plug a TESLA Tire (Or any tire) in an Emergency - AVOID GETTING STRANDED!!

It happened. I got a nail in. my tire 500 miles away from home. Nothing was opened. Watch how I plugged the tire!
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00:00- Intro
02:46- Repairable vs Non-repairable Tire
03:17- Find the nearest tire repair shop that’s open
04:01- Tesla Roadside Assistance and Service
04:25- America’s Tires Warranty
04:53- No Spare Tire Alteratives
05:15- Plugging Tire Front Vs Rear Tires
05:48- Plugging the Tire Placement
06:20- Tire Plug Kit Steps
06:38- Insert Plug into Eyelet Tool with Lube and Pliers
07:53- Remove Nail with Pliers
08:07- Insert and TWIST Reamer into Hole
08:48- Use tool and body weight insert plug into hole
13:29- Release some air in tires if having issues but not all air
13:56- Use Body Weight and Full force to insert Plug
15:52- Leave Medium and Long Nails in Tire
17:25- Use a Razor to Remove Excess
18:00- Fill tire with air
19:54- Do only in an emergency
20:36- America’s Tire Warranty Info

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[@dnizel1]

You convinced me to stop dieting so I can maintain the high body weight needed to plug a tire in an emergency! But seriously, Tesla Y and 3 owners should always carry these 3 items: Air compressor, tire pressure gauge, and lift pucks for whomever jacks up the car to repair the tire.

[@EverydayChris]

Hahahah David you’re hilarious

[@camrodger5381]

Carry with you a set of pucks, a scissor jack and a lug wrench, and an air pump. This type of repair is much easier with the wheel off, and your body weight directly over the top of the tire to push the plug into the tire.

[@EverydayChris]

Makes sense and doesn’t take up much space

[@geztinsdale]

DO Not use a scissor jack, it will fail ( yes this is from experience) as the Tesla is too heavy unless the jack is rated for 2t !

[@eugeniustheodidactus8890]

@@geztinsdale That's what they make jackstands for! Always use a jack stand.

[@KenLeeIowa]

I've repaired tires on my vehicles at least 1/2 a dozen times in the past 8 years. Never had an actual "on the road" emergency, each time I just had slow leaks like you were experiencing. Slow leaks are good as I could get the car home and remove the wheel, which makes the repair much easier to accomplish (also, the bathtub is then available to locate *sloooow* leaks). For "on the road" puncture repair, I have a jack, jack pad inserts and lug wrench (also a piece of 2x6 to put under the jack in case it wants to sink down into sandy soil or snow) so that I can actually remove the wheel from my Model Y to fix a puncture. Much easier in the garage with the floor jack... but doable on the road. I have found that using the lube on the reaming tool seems to really help when inserting the repair plug but I do agree that using your body weight and moving the tool around and in & out quite a bit really do make this work. Also, while soapy water is very good for checking a repair, saliva is also viscous enough to do a nice job... in a pinch. Good video... thanks!

[@wilburfaulk7593]

Hi Chris, I have a 2021 Y with about 23,000 miles and have had zero problems. I recently discovered your Chanel and I wanted you to know how much I appreciate your videos!! You combine intelligence, personality (subtle humor) and common sense! I have learned too much to mention here but know I have forwarded your links to several of my Tesla friends. Keep up the good work Chris! Wilbur from Huntington Beach

[@EverydayChris]

Wow thanks so much will! Appreciate you

[@WinstonMakesMore]

I plugged my own tire last week and it was a serious struggle, much like you showed. I think reaming the hole with the provided tool extremely well is important. However, with a hole that is prepared like that, you will lose air very quickly, so be always be prepared with the next step.

[@craigwflys]

Done this many times in the past. Trick is to put a lot of rubber cement on the plug (for lubrication) then immediately push it in. After like 15 seconds it already starts to dry this is why you had a difficult time. It's all technique.

[@EverydayChris]

Ooooo so more lube less air

[@marksmith5696]

You should have dropped the pressure down to 20 psi or less. Tire should be soft, but not flat. You would have done it in 2 seconds. Then re-inflate with air compressor.

[@kimstockdale632]

Really..? I'll try lowering to 20 psi next time, if I can remember!

[@EverydayChris]

Good to know. Online it said not to but it makes sense

[@AMindInOverdrive]

It's still tough.

[@marksmith5696]

@@AMindInOverdrive You can take it down to 10PSI or so if necessary to get the plug in if 20 PSI is still too hard.

[@woydzeck2]

​@@EverydayChris absolutely wrong. If you lower the pressure the tire begins to "fold in" making it impossible. The higher the pressure the better.

[@s10osx]

Great video. I was driving from L.A. to S.F. and got a big nail in the driver side rear tire halfway on the trip in the middle of nowhere. I ended up calling AAA and the truck removed the tire, plugged it for me and I was back on the road. I am glad I didn't have to throw my weight into the plug like you :) I had a professional take care of the tire repair.

[@EverydayChris]

Oh nice!

[@mihaiflorea2119]

Thanks, man! I appreciate your effort and advices! I hope I will not require to do it for my model Y but it's always good to be prepared.

[@texas632]

Hi I have had tesla model y for a month and you have helped me a lot Thank you!

[@EverydayChris]

Kamsamneedah

[@kevinsaint20]

You can definitely patch it, even it was on the sidewall. It’s just that those companies refuse to do it, so they can sell more tires. It’s a massive scam. I’ve had many patches done on the sidewall and also on the very edge of the tread and none of them have failed.

[@deanh3678]

Chris, next time you can try having somebody you trust roll slowly over the plug with handle. use your foot or object to hold the handle in place, have the person slowly back up so that it pierces through the tire. this will allow you to get the middle or the inner sides of the rear tire. SLOW IS KEY like 1-2 inches at a time with very audible communication.

[@joeimpellizeri3094]

You are hilarious. I enjoyed your experimentation to see what would work the best...good job!

[@jimadams2113]

Thanks, I appreciate your video. I also have a tire repair kit. You've made me realize how hard it is going to be to use it. Looks better to leave it in and keep adding air as necessary.

[@EverydayChris]

Yeah do it in an emergency. But it seems that letting air out helps

[@beltrams]

I saw on your service/tire pressure screen shot that it was 104 degrees. Bro, you're allowed to be all sweaty after doing a tire repair in heat like that, in the sun, on hot pavement. You're really a beast, lol.

[@alexlee2995]

What worked for me was keep using the Ream tool back and forth back and forth. Even if it feels like it goes in easily, just keep doing it for a bit. THen I was able to plug it with that other tool thats difficult to use with the rubber wax. Worked wonders and I have half the muscles that Chris has. lol

[@cecilianguyen2991]

Great video Chris, thanks for sharing!

[@ArmandRoseTV]

Thanks for sharing! I'm really hoping to never need this but good to know this just in case.

[@EverydayChris]

Of course

[@pau1yujuic0]

LOL! Awesome vid Chris. Very funny but informative. Love your ‘all show but no go muscles’, haha!

[@EverydayChris]

Haha

[@cherylo9101]

Love your videos. I got a flat the other day and picked up the tire kit! Bummer had to replace the tire though…

[@EverydayChris]

Thank you!

[@kennykolourinc1250]

great video very well done all good info thanks Chris

[@EverydayChris]

Thanks Kenny

[@markhoskins579]

I am rather old, so remember when plugging tires was standard procedure and perhaps is still done by some tire stores. However, from recent experience it seems that the preferred repair is an internal patch, requiring removal of the tire. In the case of a traveler, that's not possible so plugging is necessary. I recall tire shops dipping the plug into a liquid adhesive, like the type you put on an inner tube of a bicycle, for example, and this made the plug slide in a bit better. If the nail were located more toward the inside, that might be a problem, since there doesn't appear to be much space to lie down and reach under the car. Your video was informative with great tips for drivers. I'm a new Tesla owner so remain ignorant about many features of the car. Since Tesla's come with no spare, that implies no jack to provide better access in case of a flat. Jacking is hazardous anyhow, given the location of the battery. Are run-flat tires, as found on Corvettes, a good option, albeit undoubtedly very expensive? (By the way, you were lucky. The nail was short and probably barely punctured through. A pin-sized hole was leaking air.)

[@ngassociate48]

Thanks for showing how difficult to do it. I just had an incident a week ago with a big screw punctured my left rear tire after I drove pass a road construction area on the parkway. I noticed the TPMS alert right away and luckily, a service area right ahead of me. Calling Tesla roadside assistance was my last resort cause I wanted to try using the Slime to seal it first and go home, 65 miles away. I could not take the screw out from the tire. I had no tools and the screw was need the center of the tire. The Slime worked. I kept at 55 mph all the way home with no air leak until the last 10 miles or so, it started leaking very slowly. It lost 2 psi when I got home very late in the evening. I think the screw had torn the hole larger at the end, slimy green liquid was sipping thru. The auto repair shop said I had to get a new tire because of 2 reason. One, the hole was large and two, I ruined it with Slime because the foam inside the tire was soaked up with the sticky liquid and it could not be cleaned out. The tire would not balance again. The shop said never use tire sealant unless I prepare to replace with a new tire...............

[@EverydayChris]

Yea! At least it worked and you were able to drive. But yes, slime is a last resort. Glad it worked out! Get the plug kit!

[@blueacquisitions7262]

"That's what she said" LOL!!

[@LindenRanch]

I bought an OEM tire and wheel for all day trips and travel. My Y LR has a trailer hitch which holds a spare tire rack.

[@lucidf8]

Thanks for actually showing a tire plug repair. I assumed it would be harder than it looked, and without some body weight or leverage it would be impractical to attempt for most people. Removing the tire would also not be practical in an emergency situation (no jack). I have an awesome tire inflator, and I would probably just keep adding air until I got to somewhere safer, or a repair shop. Of course, a tire blowout or sidewall damage would make that solution impossible, and you would just have to call for a tow. In all my years of driving, I’ve gotten many nails, and they only slowly release air from the tire. Only one time did I hit debris that damaged the sidewall. So, it’s pretty rare for that to happen. Like once in a lifetime of driving, depending on road conditions in your area. Of course, if you drive in construction areas, you will likely have a different experience.

[@EverydayChris]

Yeah agreed no worries

[@e.w.6470]

I couldn't power the plug through. Happened to see your video.😂 I am not alone. The nail is close to the inner edge of the rear tire. Good thing is the car in my garage. The nail is longer than yours so it's leaking slowly.

[@LeoCloutier]

Great video, Chris. Love your content and your honesty. Our Tesla is scheduled to be delivered in about a month, so I’ve been researching all these flat tire scenarios. I bought the repair kit and even went so far as to buy a small jack, assuming I may have to remove the tire to patch it (I don’t have your “pythons”). Probably overkill but we’ll see how it goes. Keep up the great content!

[@EverydayChris]

Hahah thanks Leo!

[@lui9695]

There is a spare tire kit on the market for about 500

[@Dowdyguy]

I've had several flats, on motorcycle and my Pathfinder. All were fixed using this method. I had to 'ream' out the hole by repeated strokes with the reaming tool before the plug would go in. I never had any lube, but used rubber cement for lube (included with the Target repaid kits I had on hand). Also - letting a lot of the air out was a good idea, as mentioned previously.. Also - soapy water is ideal, but on the road I just put some spit on it.

[@utubeblackbat]

Great video, im sure you helped a lot of people..

[@AMindInOverdrive]

did this recently. Boy was it tough. The cheap kit I bought in Canadian Tire has tools with screwdriver handles rather than the T-shaped ones. My hands were sore for days after. I even had teh wheel off the car and drilled out the hole with a small drill bit first - still really tough.

[@TimTheHermit]

14:25 after rolling car back, the tire pro comes to the rescue!

[@seanf8584]

Something I have done myself was use a cordless drill and a small drill bit a little smaller then the plug and it helps puting the plug in. I have never done this along side of the road but have many times at my house.

[@goldviper5280]

Chris, another awesome video.

[@EverydayChris]

Thanks goldviper

[@RB-pi3jl]

I haven't had a blowout or flat on the road in over 40 years. Yet, I feel like I'm tempting fate driving my MY LR without a spare. Wish they provided a spare on all vehicles for just such an occasion as you mention.

[@j0404t]

This is great content. You deserve more subs. Thanks

[@EverydayChris]

Thank you! Spread the word!

[@dttub]

I let the air all out before plug it in, very easy.

[@alhedenstrom4390]

Chris, I believe you could have pushed the plug in if you would have rolled the nail, tire, around so you would have been using your dominant hand, your right hand and arm. I've made several repairs and always lay on my right side, using my right arm and hand. I could never make this repair with my left arm. I enjoy your channel very much, thanks !

[@chibby0ne]

Why didn't you use the tesla tire sealant if you had the tesla repair kit?

[@azanmahmood5682]

Yessss I was waiting for the that’s what she said. Definitely gonna subscribe now 😂

[@EverydayChris]

Haha it’s the perfect video for it.

[@brucedrewry8098]

Roll the car forward a little bit so you can get a better angle

[@RossKyle]

Just got a rock puncture in the tire last night, lost about 1 psi per minute. Thanks Chris for suggesting my LASFIT portable air compressor! Totally saved the day! Going to try to get it repaired today at the tire shop, but curious what tire patch kit you have, and if you suggest that or a different one? Thanks!

[@dimsom8461]

you're right about too much air in the tires. Especially with low profile tires, the psi in them is usually significantly higher. If you don't deflate most the tire, you're fighting against the air pressure. Deflate the tires first, not all the way, they should still hold their shape for the most part, then you can insert the plug in a few sec, then reinflate with a pump. I've done these plugs since a teen, they've always lasted the rest of the life of the tires i've plugged for the fam. Thanks for sharing

[@EverydayChris]

Nice! Thanks man! So less air no wonder it was so hard

[@dimsom8461]

@@EverydayChris Oh took me awhile to figure that part out ha. Safe travels!

[@jazzjohn2]

If a tire has 50 lbs of air pressure, that means 50 lbs per square inch. You're trying to push a plug into a hole that maybe has an area of a 100th of a square inch. So there would be a force of 0.5 lbs from the air pressure trying to push it out. The majority of the force working against you is from the tire rubber and plug deforming enough for insertion.

[@STRIDwastaken]

your thumbnails are the cringiest i've ever seen, probably cringiest on youtube tbh and i LOVE IT! Nice vids man

[@EverydayChris]

I’m all about the cringe baby haha thanks

[@md929]

You should've reamed it bigger to make it easier to put the plug in.

[@stephaniedo4618]

Me trying to buy the kit and do it myself 😂😂😂After i see this video, forget it. I will just call service.

[@didyuknow]

the foam is messy. it will require replacing the pressure sensor or clog up the steam and prevent filling the tire with air. You will also get vibration with the uncured liquid floating inside the tire. It is now a long time fix and it will actually cause you to spend more time to get a replacement.

[@swansvisions]

Hack: Next time you can use a small drill, there is a bolt at the bottom of the handle on the silver tool you can loosen that up remove the sharp piece and put it on a drill and use that instead.

[@Russell.Gilbert]

Even if you don’t have a spare tire, you could carry the tools to jack up the car and remove the tire to make it easier to plug a hole that’s not on the outside edge. The tools aren’t that big and would easily fit in the lower rear trunk space. Mine do.

[@EverydayChris]

That’s true! Good point

[@mysurlytrucker7510]

You need to use the first piece like a file to ream the whole out (slightly ) larger.

[@dreamkiss4u]

I would have backed up so that the wheel how is on the top and just put force down so it's easy easier than using your muscles.

[@Theteslamodel3owner]

So when do you use the sealant?

[@didyuknow]

muscle alone does not do it, thinking is needed most times :) the plug needs to be pushed in the same direction that the nail went in. In general the insertion of the tool needs to aim the direction of the center of the wheel. You were fighting the threads by not following the direction of the original hole.

[@joebidendidthat5121]

Also you need to ream it out a lot more with reamer to enlarge the hole a bit

[@EverydayChris]

thats what she said

[@tonypramono3383]

I had a flat before where the nail was in the middle, I jacked up the car, remove the wheel and fixed the flat while the tire off the car. Then put the wheel back when finished.

[@EverydayChris]

No jack with daddy chill

[@lamtaichi]

Technically, you are not supposed to plug or patch the hole outside the middle three threads. But I did that on my car and had no problems with it. Also, you were supposed to use the superglue as a lube to help pushing the plug in.

[@Tjmomma2]

Funny story I had a screw somehow end up in my sidewall (Michelin performance tires) and you cannot plug sidewall punctures you have to replace the entire tire. I asked all the tire people around me and because the performance Michelins are so unique you cannot find a “cheaper tire”. Performance Michelins are 600 a tire! I’ve seen Yokohama and pirellis but also at the same price point. Should make one think twice before getting the P model. Thanks bud for the info though I’ll use it on my next tire issue as long as it’s not sidewall 😂

[@EverydayChris]

Haha

[@JeffMcNeal]

Remember, slime won't work on OEM Tesla tires with the foam inserts. Got my plug and compressor kit in my frunk for this very scenario. So thanks for posting this! Now, I'm scared, because I'm only 5'10" and my biceps aren't "pythons" like yours! LOL.

[@EverydayChris]

I wonder how the tesla slime works??

[@JeffMcNeal]

@@EverydayChris Same way fix a flat does. The idea is to put it in your tire, then top up the air and start driving. The centrifugal force then coats the inside of the tire with the stuff, sealing the puncture as it cures and dries. That's why you can't use it with the quiet ride foam insert tires like the ones Tesla uses. The foam rubber acts as a barrier between the slime and the wall of the tire. Wait, I could have sworn you asked "how the slime works". I didn't see the "Tesla" in there. No idea. Either it's a thinner compound that can somehow penetrate the foam and reach the inner tire wall anyway, or ... it can't unless you're running with other than OEM tires, which you are.

[@stano49]

Chris, had a nail in my 19” Continental rear tire, same location as yours. Too near sidewall to repair. Drove to nearest tire shop and over $500 later, I was good to go. I had 1,700 miles so the tires were like new. I have a pump with tire sealant, but no plug kit. After watching your video, I’m good with that. By the way, apparently the foam insert, in many Tesla tires (not sure if it’s all Tesla tires) can prevent the sealant (slime) from working as intended. Just sayin’….

[@EverydayChris]

I’m wondering how the tesla sealant is different

[@meadows5917]

What you could’ve done is lay flat with your back on the ground use your right arm to hold on the rim and use your left arm to apply force into the tire to seal it with the plug. That way you could avoid hitting the side wheel well.

[@EverydayChris]

yah I tried doing that but it wouldn't budge so the guy said its better to use your body weight and just push down it doesn't have to go straight through

[@Lovehandlegrabber66]

Haha! Great video!

[@stevenjordan3197]

I got stuck 1:00 Am after a wedding , tried pumping up the tire but air was going out as fast as I put it in, I am building a tire rack to fit in trailer hitch for trips. I'd rather spend 20 min changing a tire then waiting to get towed and have to get a motel if tire shop does not have a tire on hand. good luck like your videos

[@EverydayChris]

Yea this is why I have the plug kit

[@mygiguser]

I ordered the same tire fix kit, and now i am nervous. They put lube in there instead of rubber glue? What is that about?

[@edtheloanofficer]

Very informative man! This has got to be in Orange off of Chapman!

[@EverydayChris]

Yes sir! They legit over there

[@mkhussey]

Chris, I just came upon your Tesla site and while reviewing your past posts, found that in the one where you picked up your new Model Y mentioned about deferring your delivery date. Can you explain that process a little more? My friend and I want to defer pour deliveries until early 2023. Can you help? I enjoy all your posts and look forward to seeing more about the Tesla Model Y.

[@EverydayChris]

Yes thank you! They keep changing their policy but when your advisor texts or calls you tell them you are not ready for delivery yet and will be ready x month in 2023. They should put your account on hold once and should be fine!

[@frecklesx20]

Good video.

[@EverydayChris]

Thank you!

[@a1234ddf]

Just noticed a nail on driver’s side rear tire just like you. 😂😂😂 first time still wondering should I attempt this myself or drive to a shop. I don’t want the shop to say it’s not fixable and make me purchase a new tire…😢

[@angela98789878]

Hi Chris . I had a flat tire and now I have replaced all 4 tires for EV PERLLI . Discount tires stated that these tires are good for Model Y. My question is what are you’re thoughts of EV Perrlli tires. And how do I reset the sensors so I can see the proper psi for these tires. Thank you in advance .

[@sydjaguar]

Great video. Use the car mats to kneel on rather than a towel!

[@MisterPo]

"All that GYM for no reason" 🤣

[@bubbalo3388]

You should pack the plug kit and a portable jack that will work with your vehicle.

[@tizintest]

Look at these pythons! Hahaha. I about fell out of my chair laughing. Great line. Great video.

[@EverydayChris]

Haha ty

[@Anthony__420]

I always carry that type of kit with me. Chris I’m your mom’s age and I could plug my tires on my Model 3. You need to eat more spinach 😂

[@furiouskratos]

Would you recommend buying the seal kit you showed in addition to the Tesla sealant (and fill-up) kit? I would think just having either should get one out of the situation where you can drive to the nearest tire station. Agreed that both would have different restrictions - speed, range limit etc.

[@EverydayChris]

One or the other! Don’t need both.

[@furiouskratos]

@@EverydayChris thanks!

[@mr.ak6979]

Hey Chris thanks for this video! I've been meaning to ask, I've seen on a few previous videos that when you have autopilot on your lanes are red, and your car map (the one which shows your car in the lane and other cars around) looks nice as compared to the default one. How did you change it?

[@EverydayChris]

It’s the fsd beta that you can apply to if you paid for the fsd program!

[@mr.ak6979]

@@EverydayChris oh okay, thank you! Not getting the FSD package for now

[@TheDeLectronics]

Lube is a bad idea, then you're looking at a possible blow out on the highway

[@TheWatchGod]

That’s what she said. Chris my guy 🤣

[@im4udevco]

Since you are right handed, you should have done the operation from the rear of the vehicle. The tire pressure needs to be low and a lot of wiggling is required to get the plug in. I have one and hope to never use it. If it's a slow leak, I'll keep refilling until I get it repaired. Thankfully, you are by the tire shop.

[@jack91522]

I've gotten two flats this month, luckily it was low enough for me to get home. I'm thinking maybe a spare tire which foots in the bottom trunk might be worth a look and peace of mind.

[@EverydayChris]

my neighbor got 5 within the past 3 months

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

That spare tire kit's rim is only 4" wide and is rated at 50mph, so it doesn't take up as much room as a full sized tire. I already have the tire patch kit, but I'm afraid that if you found it hard, that I will find it impossible. Maybe I should take my floor jack along? I'm thinking about buying that spare tire kit for an upcoming drive to Yellowstone.

[@EverydayChris]

Oh nice. Yeah imagine worst case scenario

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

@@EverydayChris Worst case scenario is my trying to put that plug in!

[@johndoe3485]

9:39 The reason it was so hard was because there was still a lot of air in the tire. I did the same thing, but i did it to myself because i thought more air the better. So i had my air compressor connected to tire valve so when it goes low the air compressor was set to automatically keep tire pressure at certain pressure. But the trick i think is to have the pressure not all the way low and not to high. So tire pressure in the middle is better i think. ✌️ PS: The reason its so hard is because the air pressure in tire is fighting against u. So lower tire pressure like in the middle would make it easier. It was so hard for me to do like it is for u, that when i actually put it inside, when i went to pull it out, the whole thing came out. And normally when u pull it out, the plug is supposed to stay in. But thats because i had the tire pressure at the normal pressure the tire is supposed to be at when driving. So definitely it was insane and i never seen anyone have problems doing it. But glad to see your video so i can see i wasnt only one to have problems

[@joegernentz]

The lubricant is glue!! You have to add excess glue to the plug for it to work!!

[@carlosvelasquez3279]

Lifting the car diminishes the pressure in the tire

[@kenwong518]

I got 3-4 nails n one blow out tire within one year on model Y and only 1 nail on my other regular suv.

[@EverydayChris]

Haha the tesla curse

[@fortify1123]

Did you notice if the tire crew put those hockey pucks below your car before they lifted it to change the tire?

[@EverydayChris]

Yeah it’s mounted to the jack already

[@camiloterrero601]

You need to put air before to push the plug,is easy i do everytime in my car.

[@mbdoctor1967]

You need to lower the tire pressure to about 10psi to get it in easier.

[@EverydayChris]

That's what she said

[@dmlive2k]

did you film this in Orange? Looks like corner of Tustin and Chapman

[@engineerjay420]

For those of you who are willing and able to change a flat tire with a spare see info below: Model 3 perfect match for Spare Tire is from a Genesis 2015-2019 must be the 18x4 rim. Spare Tire Size- T135/80R18 with 5X114.3mm PCD Bolt Pattern and 64.1mm center hole.

[@kimstockdale632]

That my experience trying to push plug into rear tires; i.e the KZbin videos make it look too easy! Front tires much easier because tire can be turned out to get better "leverage" when pushing plug in.

[@EverydayChris]

Amen

[@isaacyoung1868]

One thing i might try, get the plug in partially then just have one person hold it in place while another person very slowly backs the car up and use the car's body weight to force it in. Any one have thoughts?

[@reynaldmontano3640]

Technician can do it in any angle of the tire like i am

[@dogarabbas]

Hi Chris , How long did the plug last ? Was it a temporary fix ? Did you end up buying a new tire ? Thanks

[@EverydayChris]

Yes new tire! If it’s in the middle it should be a permanent fix

[@johndeer5524]

Bro you crack me up 😂 ...

[@EverydayChris]

So tight

[@Jaxam01]

I'm still waiting for my Y this Fall. Quick suggestion - get an inexpensive gardening kneeling pad to save your knees on the pavement.

[@EverydayChris]

Amen good idea

[@islandersean2213]

hi, can you recommend any tire shope does tesla model x alignment? does your model x wear the inside edge? thanks

[@EverydayChris]

Only Tesla. They all said they don’t do it for teslas

[@xFrozenxSnowx]

Having done it once. You will have a much easier time doing it next time.

[@EverydayChris]

Facts

[@CD-wg6hl]

Had a flat tire and no idea Tesla did not come with jack and lug wrench. 😂

[@Beneremps]

goes around the tool