How Tire Repair Kits Work - With Internal Views

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[@talornguyen5516]

Is the mushroom plug a decent fix?

[@noteklemedhindubale4107]

Op

[@ddd12345450]

Really grateful for the cameraman who went inside the tyre to show us this. Great educational video.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

lol :) thanks for watching !

[@MightyPooPSTEAM]

Hahahahaha thats a good one

[@markcorby8475]

🤣👍

[@mrboxheadd748]

FUNNY HOW BRITS CALL THEIR TIRES WITH TYRES

[@thyubernoob]

@Mrboxheadd748 they probably think the same of us.👍

[@trailerwookie]

FYI: I used to be in the manufacturing business for tire repair plugs, just like numbers 1 and 3 in the video. I cannot mention the name of the company, but we made the plugs and would put everybody else's manufacture label on it. We only had one real competitor. I traveled around the world selling millions of these, and we easily had at least 75 percent of the market on plugs. (It was always funny to hear a customer state that he would only use XYZ brand, not knowing that we made it and that it was exactly the same as the ABC brand!) Anyway, during the manufacturing process, we would cook/cure the tire plugs in giant walk-in commercial ovens. They cooked in there, but not completely. They would be removed and allowed to cool before we would put the plastic on one side and then whatever label on the other side. Here's the important thing. The plugs would finish the cooking/curing process once they are USED on the tire. The friction and heat from the road would finish the process and make it about as permanent as the rubber on the actual tire. In case someone looks at this video and wonders how long it will last, the answer is it will last as long as the life of the tire if applied correctly.

[@thebeetalls]

I can confirm with a dozen or so installations, I've had those style plugs last years and never a failure. The tire tread itself always wore before the plug could fail. I've used the black ones and the brown ones, with and without cement. I personally prefer to use cement and do so whenever possible.

[@zagreus5773]

Why can't you mention the name of the company? Is this some big secret? It's TECH Tire Repairs, isn't it? You know, Google exists.

[@handlesarecringe957]

​@@zagreus5773NDAs exist

[@trailerwookie]

@@zagreus5773 Oh, I certainly remember the name. I can't reveal it because of business confidentiality issues. And it is not Tech Tire Repairs. Google search to find out who sells the most tire plugs, and chances are extremely high that we were the ones who made it for them!

[@mikethomas7138]

I was out discount tire a few days ago and overheard a tech tell a customer they could not repair a tire if the customer already plugged it. I guess there have been some pretty large legal finding against these plugs. I have used them a number of times without issue, I wonder if the industry really thinks they are a problem, then why are they still available.

[@francescobarilli8378]

I’ll be always grateful to those people who share their knowledge on YT with this level of detail and passion. Simply thanks

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're welcome, thanks for watching !

[@Erunanethiel]

​@@knobsdialsandbuttons why did you share this, what was your actual motivation?

[@ab7rs]

I drive 150 miles a day 6 days a week on rural roads. I've used hundreds of the first type and never had a failure, most were toward the edge where the shops won't repair them

[@jounit6849]

​@@ErunanethielMiksi yleensä ihmiset jakavat KZbinen mitään? Ei renkaan paikkaus muuten ole salatiedettä 🤣 Upeasti vain esitetty pikkutarkasti mitä renkaan sisäpuolella tapahtuu 👍🏽

[@yspegel]

Would be nice if it included the knowledge about your tire internal structure. Especially that reamer can damage and compromise the internal structure, your tire is no longer safe to the rated speed limit. You don't want to hit the German autobahn with 250km/h after plugging your tire like this.

[@jshowao]

Probably one of the best tutorial videos Ive seen on KZbin. No BS, just good info.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thank you !

[@hariwhitportal5387]

Amen!

[@Freep-m2l]

Best 19 minutes spent on KZbin

[@ovrskr]

I felt this

[@craigrothwell6144]

@@ovrskr I felt deflated.

[@douglaskim6611]

Agree with you 1000%!

[@joshuatran3667]

Have always been using the sticky rope. It lasts the life of the tire. However i did not know other methods existed out there. Thanks for showing.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're welcome, thanks for watching !

[@lokeshchouhan9149]

Y

[@gorilladisco9108]

There's another mode I know of, but it's not exactly DIY. It needs the tubeless tire to be disassembled from the rim, because it uses sticker from inside the tire. Only tire workshop is equipped with tools to do it.

[@Chadman333]

@@gorilladisco9108 That's a patch though, not a quick plug repair from the outside.

[@unitedhybrid187]

​@@Chadman333Correct. Patches last the life of a tire. They're cheap to get done at a shop. I had bad luck for like a year, running over nails on the highway. 6 patches on one tire, low mileage when the patches were done, held up until the tires wore out. Not spending another $200 per tire when I can get a $20 patch.

[@cbby51440]

my dude, i love the peaceful bird chirps in the background while watching this.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@skynosaka]

The first plug strip type works no problem. I’ve been using them for 20 years and never have I had even one fail. They always last the life of the tire.

[@Festival87]

True, 100%

[@MelodicTurtleMetal]

Agree. Can get them dirty cheap too.

[@wokeydokey6885]

Same here. I've had 3 such plugs stuffed together for a big hole and that too held up for the life of the tyre.

[@ryancraig2795]

And you can get them anywhere. I've kept a plug kit and a compressor in my car for years. Way faster and easier to plug a tire than put the temporary spare on, drive slowly, get it fixed later. And likewise I've had them in the tire for years without a problem. Use them for my motorcycle, too, although there I'd look to have a better repair done later, or replace the tire.

[@mikethomas7138]

similar in that I have had so many work, and only one failed, and I just put another plug in it, same spot and it was good after that :)

[@douglaskim6611]

I firmly believe that this video is one of the best tutorial videos Ive seen on KZbin. No BS, just good info. I learned a lot about tire repair. Thanks.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@hariwhitportal5387]

Amen!

[@charlesbond4413]

I’ve used what you call plug strips or sticky string for 40 years. Fortunately, I’ve been close by when other motorcycles have picked up a nail or screw. It’s simple, straight forward to use and works for me 100%. I used it in the late 1960’s for my car and it worked and carry sticky on my bike 100% of the time.

[@Fried_Rice_Ren]

Used the sticky string dozens of times and never thought of turning the handle a few times. Genius! Thanks

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@kirkc9643]

Instructions that came with mine specifically say not to do that.

[@mikethomas7138]

same, that was something new today for me, and it makes sense. I wonder if that has been on the instructions the whole time and I never paid attention to it

[@dubmob151]

The string looks like it could have done two repairs with the one string cut in two.

[@izis_Uol]

180 degrees

[@OmarSami-rd9vw]

Very helpful and educational thanks for the video. I remember last time I had fix my flat tire at the repair shop I had to wait more than an hour in the line and pay over 30 bucks for the fix, I didn’t know it would be that easy to use the repair kit. I believe the rope and the sticky string are the most efficient ones

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@Joe_Jobs]

Wow, very nice orderly format. Every step clear and concise. Order of workflow consistent and predicable. Outside working view, then inside view. This is the first tire repair video I've seen with internal views of what happens during the process. Doing my own repairs with plug strips, I've sometimes wondered what's happening on "the other side". Like "What's holding this plug and securing it from popping back out?" Seeing exactly how they anchor themselves inside is a very comforting and reassuring feeling.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@НиколайСтепанов-б4у]

Не знал, что существуют еще 3 способа, кроме первого. Много раз ремонтировал так шины, причем и без клея тоже работало прекрасно. Спасибо за хорошее и познавательное видео.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're welcome, thanks for watching !

[@seregaivanov]

Старый сухой жгутик из ремкомплекта можно смочить бензином, и он снова станет мягким и сочным)

[@kenward2627]

I have done a lot of remote driving in outback Australia and have needed tyre repairs on a number of occasions and the sticky rope plugs have helped me out on a number of occasions. The most memorable was following GPS coordinates in the Great Victorian Desert when i got 2 side wall tears in the same tyre on my camper. One hole i successfully plugged with EIGHT strings and the next needed TEN strings. I then drove 600km south to Cocklebiddy (on very rough terrain and tracks) before driving another 600km to Pt Augusta where i got the tyre replaced. I never go bush without a lot of these strings

[@mohammedkhan5344]

Wow 😮, as a taxi driver I know the pain, In the middle of the night is the worst. The outback is a different type of shock for sure 😮

[@chechnya]

Cocklebiddy 😂

[@thyubernoob]

Here in the States, we only need a steak knife and fork when we go to the Outback! 😎👍

[@andst4]

I've never had to make a tire repair, but after watching this video I will be confident it should not be a problem, whatever kit I will have with me. Thank you! :) I especially love how you show what's happening inside a tire. It really gives good understanding of what's happening and therefore helps to perform the procedure correctly.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@Wirralguy]

I used the string (no 1 in the video) for the first time recently when my partners car got a nail in it. Honestly, so simple to do and works like a dream. The hardest part was getting the nail out!

[@thyubernoob]

I'm 57, done the first repair since I've been driving, but I will be looking into the screw plug!👍

[@renetanchico6901]

The screw type plug is the fastest and the easiest way of fixing a flat tire, but the less reliable one, in my opinion. Why? It's just like you had a flat tire punctured by a screw, but you'll never notice it until you gradually lose tire pressure over time. But it will serve it purpose in an emergency situation.

[@j0shll0yd]

It’s funny that’s the last one I would’ve picked. As the tire wears down, it’s going to eventually hit the screw and then what? Seems like the least reliable of all of them.

[@gonecyco2]

@@j0shll0yd I made a similar comment before reading down but I think that solution is more of a hold pressure on the wound for a few days until I can get a tire where as in my opinion the sticky stuff lasts the life of the tire and a great band aid.

[@rogeralvarado6060]

My emergency kit is wood screws and silicone. I've been using it for years. Works perfect. The thread from the woods Screws Grab on and the silicone seals everything for an emergency that works great.

[@MrMorton]

Very useful! Everyone should learn how to do basic roadside repairs and plan for it.

[@RKParK1]

I will say this guy makes it look easy. I use the first method exclusively. However, not everyone can push these tools into a hole in a tire. It definitely takes some umph.

[@hariwhitportal5387]

Well stated.

[@trickydicky90]

Trick is to take the wheel off and put you body weight into it. Dont try and repair on the car, it difficult to get enough force behind it.

[@shane250]

Longest lasting ones are the rope type ones (will last the life of the tire), but the easiest one is the screw type. I suggest you buy both, because if you're stuck in the middle of the road at dead winter or summer with a puncture, you don't want to take out the tire now (too hot or cold, and might be dangerous to stay on the shoulder of the road too long). You plug with a screw and fill with air (without taking the tire off), then when you get home, you put one of the rope type plugs in. The rope type plugs require more clearance for the tools, so you can't do it while the tire is mounted. The screw type plug can be torqued down with a bulldog (low profile) screwdriver with the tire mounted.

[@07wrxtr1]

Bingo! I had one in my tire for years without issue

[@jamesbasye2362]

Technically your wrong the best repair is the patch and plug they use at tire shops much stronger, ive seen those ropes fail, ive done them and had them hold up great but still nothing beats a patch and plug

[@TheJr3311]

@@jamesbasye2362it’s a do it yourself … Emergency …. Be grateful this person has the patience to show and share I know if you go to a place to get it done some times they won’t DO a proper procedure

[@user-2uf2kr2c]

I can't remember sticky rope type plugs failing, as long as it's not on the shoulder of the tire. i even use half the sticky rope, even put in a single thread. i've done several over the years. You don't have to take the tire off depending on your car. Regards

[@alexkross8357]

Наконечник из последнего приспособления, остаётся внутри шины болтаться?

[@MrRaymond1021]

I find using the last method works great, fast and easy. I've been doing it for over a year, and I haven't had a problem as of yet. Thanks for sharing 👍👍👍

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're welcome, thanks for watching !

[@claytidwell]

I've been using the tire plugs for over 30 years. Never EVER had one fail. Just don't them on the sidewall or shoulders. Absolutely works and is safe. Good kits have the tar already on them. NO glue needed.

[@Chadman333]

Same. Cars and ATV's alike.

[@raulcorfield9238]

By far the most complete and explanatory video circulating on this topic...👍

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@timwalsh5568]

The best and most comprehensive guide yet. A absolute keeper.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@icuric4077]

Finally something useful on YT.

[@the_shark_9]

What beautiful birds singing! I miss it so much 🙏 It's divine

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@highplainsdrifter8518]

I've been using this setup for years. Less expensive and still does the job

[@edwardvillcox80]

I always wondered how this tire repair kits worked...... now I know, thank U!.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@jayszephyrhill1913]

So simple yet not many people know how to use these tools. What a great video not only shows exactly how to use the kits but shows how it's supposed to seal and work. 👍

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@roaddog7542]

THIS is the way to produce instructional videos. 👍

[@michaeltammaro482]

Thank you for the VERY DETAILED comparison, Pal. Have a Blessed Day.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're very welcome, thanks for watching !

[@SRK-VENT]

Incredible numbers man! Almost 5 million views in 4 months on only how to plug a tire

[@Lrod.mobilemechanic]

Ive always used the Plug Strips and have lasted me the life of the tires. This is across 5 pieces of equipment since 2016. The first few plugs were installed without cement, the rrat have been with. Overall, great results but i might have to switch to the screw and mushroom ones. Those seem pretty legit. Thanks for the vid! 🤙🏽

[@selw0nk]

The Repair Screw is probably the easiest out of all of them.

[@dougthomson5544]

And, the least effective.

[@JohnSmith-ef2rn]

This is a great video, makes me feel more confident when I travel, as now I know I can easily repair simple punctures myself. You’ve done me a good service by making this.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@steveaustin8817]

Very helpful! I'm getting a patch kit for my car, and a small electric air pump. This is easier than I thought - and beats driving on the freeway with those tiny, skinny spare tires!

[@BorisEkner]

Great video. Great to see what happens on the inside too. Well done! I’ve used the string of ones since the mid 80’s and have found the repair to be permanent.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thank you !

[@shawandrew]

I may now decide to stock these in my car for emergencies. Not sure if I will still not replace my tire after the repair, but I would say this is probably better than the spare.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

They're definitely worth having in your car as a backup in case of an emergency. Hopefully it would never be used, but you never know.

[@lv7603]

Some newer vehicles no longer include a spare tire.

[@outdoor044]

I've used the sticky strings on farm equipment and cars for years. Never had one fail. In my opinion, the liquid cement is more of a lubricant to aid the string insertion but then dries up. Obviously the other brands know the cement isn't required for a good seal. I use it for that purpose whether the instructions call dor it or not. Cool video!

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@johnstewart150]

I have used sticky strings about 30 times over 40 years in outback Arizona, and add the cement! I had to double and triple at times from rock gashes. No failures on the single and double uses but had to do a re-repair on a triple to get to a tire shop

[@kirkc9643]

Agree re: the glue. Makes it quite a bit easier but have not used it most times.

[@denisnoblet914]

On peut utiliser de L'ESSENCE F Vendue en droguerie Elle dilue et lubrifie le caoutchouc puis sèche ensuite Indispensable dans un véhicule Non agressive pour la peau Nettoyage de tout matériel même électrique..carosserie tissus etc ... Super produit ..😉

[@Kwarksnuiver]

So, everybody is talking english and you decide to trow in some baguette and expect people to understand in?

[@MightyPooPSTEAM]

Today I learnt so many things about tire repair kits

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@ImNotMC]

Very cool vid! Recording inside was also awesome! Besides the rope, I too never knew the others existed.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@mikehunt908]

I use and recommend the first one as it’s what we’ve used out 4wding and on my road cars as well . I carry a kit in each car

[@raftonpounder6696]

Tyre fitters all tell you never to use anything other than them to repair your tyre! I have used the first method for years with absolutely no issues. Thank you.

[@techgeeknzl]

Now this may surprise you, but there is good reason for that. A tyre technician has the required training to know when a repair is safe and when the tyre is a loss.

[@raftonpounder6696]

@@techgeeknzl true.

[@SandpiperN121PP]

Thank you for uploading this video and showing what it actually does on both sides of the tire. Maybe next time I get a nail in my tire I will try one of these on my own because I love to learn new things.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're welcome, thanks for watching !

[@ryancraig2795]

It's way easier and faster than putting the crappy spare tire on.

[@richguitar93]

Perfectly done! Always use a razor blade when cutting off the excess because it's flush and won't pull out of the tire if you leave too much on.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@phw340]

Great video thank you!!! When I go on long drives I always keep a tire repair kit like #1 and a small air compressor with me. If the nail is on a front tire, you don’t even have to remove the wheel. Just turn the wheel all the way to the left or right and roll the car forward until the nail is accessible. Fixed my front tire one time in less than 10 minutes. Tire kits are cheap insurance to keep in the car.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@PW.Skyline.V37]

#2 looks great so far!

[@badly_dubbed2401]

Used these for years. Simple and effective.

[@E90M3ZCPS65]

Excellent! Never seen the screw type. Thanks for sharing

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're welcome !

[@nickpanico5441]

Great video , very helpful . Every one who drives a car should watch this video . Thanks !

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thank you !

[@MithuRumki]

Price kinta

[@steveallen6388]

This is an excellent video, I have a few of these solutuons since my car does not come with a spare. I am now a lot more confident to use them if ever the need arose! I purchased these from Ali Express which was really good value.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@ThomasMacDonald-e4d]

Excellent video of how all of these tire repair options work. 👍 Great work!

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks! 👍

[@greyscout01]

I really appreciate this video! I learned some things about the rope and string tools I didnt know. Thanks again!

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're very welcome, thanks for watching !

[@24banda]

Best ever puncture repair video in youtube. ❤ I think all the methods will be better if you use rubber cement with them

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thank you. When I'm demonstrating kits, I only use rubber cement if it's part of the particular kit and instructions.

[@tombrown1032]

Wow…AWESOME VIDEO!!!! You spent some time videoing the inside of all the different ways. Extremely helpful!!!! Thx for the video

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thank you very much ! :)

[@LionKing-zo4gc]

I can't believe I'm watching a tyre repair video...What's happened to my life?😆

[@treybranham4094]

Personally I didn't know I had to rotate the tool 180°. even if I knew what I was doing, their are s lot of people who don't, but it's still interesting none the less.

[@BrightByteCreativeD]

ikr 😅

[@doobiedoo5450]

Excellent, no-nonsense video. Wish they were all like this! Thanks for sharing!

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thank you for watching !

[@derniederrheiner4518]

Simply and simply explained. No drama music. Very good. Thank you I have had many punctures in the tyres of my car. They were always repaired as in 1 or 3. The hole is not always as favourable as in the video. Often in the tread groove.

[@SanAndreas_My_Life]

Really Impressive Video And Its Good For Learners Who Are Intrested In Tires Repairs Job ☝️

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks 👍

[@JoeMurphyLondon]

Thank you, excellent video. And so nice that nobody says "whassap?" or "now go ahead and ... "

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching ! :)

[@kennyhanks4984]

Never seen these other than the sticky rope. I can see how the screw type would be great for on the roadside use. May have to pick me up some. Great video🎉

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@storypunman]

This was satisfying to watch all the different repair methods, thanks for the time you spent making this video.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching ! :)

[@araldf]

Amazing video! Showing all the options, details, explanations, tips, etc. Wonderful job! Keep it up with the good content!

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thank for watching !

[@moiperso3716]

Super vidéo , nul besoin de parler inutilement. Elle explique tellement bien qu'un enfant de 10 ans pourrait le faire tout seul . 👏 👏

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@Mickeystyles1]

Great video!!! I didnt know these other types of plugs existed. I use the rope one,the first one shown but i will also get the screw one for tough conditions like on the highway.

[@marsoelflaco5722]

The right tools and a little know-how makes all the difference.👌🏽

[@lebogangthomas9615]

The last one is the easiest and best one to use.

[@Xandil]

I've saved thousands of dollars over the years using the sticky rope plugs and have never had one failure.

[@dougboyatt2927]

Same. Red or black they've never given me trouble

[@williamBryan-k2e]

I have done the rope plug ( with the 'glue' ) once of twice. Never failed.

[@letsg4353]

@@Xandil it fails if it dries up

[@Bluecollarham]

Same here…. Years and years. Not one issue.

[@timothyjones9863]

Facts

[@medium95]

타이어 펑크 수리 제품들의 실제적인 사용법과 원리를 알 수 있는 좋은 영상을 제작하고 공유해주셔서 감사합니다.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're very welcome, thanks for watching !

[@oantech4252]

The first method is what i always use with plenty of glue. I always leave the plug uncut and let the road laminate it into the tire tread for a positive seal. Great 👍 job on the video. Thanks

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@oggyoggy1299]

If it’s not properly sealed on the inside it doesn’t much matter what sort of seal you think you’re getting on the outside.

[@jeffp862]

I agree w running on it vs cutting it. I also agree the inside seal is importantly but something satisfying about how the plug appears to be part of the tire after running on it. And it wearing off vs cutting it.

[@jordank2028]

I've used the first one several times with no rubber cement and have lasted me the life of the tire.

[@gorilladisco9108]

You'll want to cut it as short as possible. Otherwise it will drag the rest of the plug out when the tire rotates over the road. I think that's what happened to my failed first try. I didn't cut it aggressively.

[@nofortunatesonII]

I use RTV black to fix my flats. I cut the applicator tip super small so I can insert it into the hole and squeeze it in. Let sit 24 hours to fully cure and fill with air. I have done this several times with 100% success.

[@Wiizl]

This is gold. I remember first time seeing a repair guy brutally stabbing my tire and thinking "how is THIS going to help?" :D

[@abdulwaduod11]

Bike tires are even weirder where they put it in the water while fixing making me very confused

[@yuhwah9356]

What a relaxing video 💆💆💆💆and very helpfull, thanks for sharing the knowledge🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're very welcome, thanks for watching !

[@razulhassan9596]

Very good video..will definitely help me to repair my tyre when in emergencies!

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@sylvesteralvarez417]

Nice video! Each method seemed pretty easy to do for the average Joe. Thank you for demonstrating how it works on an inflate tire as well as with one that was cutout.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@dbfcrell8300]

Personally, I wouldn't use any plug that doesn't incorporate glue. I believe it not just normal rubber cement, but it has a vulcanizing agent in it that actually welds the plug to the tire. This truly makes the tire as good as new if done correctly, whereas the plugs that don't use glue theoretically could work their way out. Thanks for this great video!

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're welcome. I understand what you're saying but I only demonstrate each kit as per the instructions. I'll use rubber cement only if it comes with the kit.

[@dbfcrell8300]

@@knobsdialsandbuttons Yup, just giving support to the methods you show. Great video.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thank you !

[@rutbuster1]

I use the plug strip or corded rope with glue mainly. They never have failed me. If I can, and not in a hurry, I'll patch the tire from the inside like they do at most shops. But these are all good DIY fixes that do work in a bind. Good job on the video.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thank you !

[@d112cons]

For the string type repair plugs: If you have rubber cement, use it. It's not just for a better plug (and honestly, the self-vulcanizing rubber in the string will work just as well without it), but for your own sanity. The rubber cement, before it cures, acts as a lubricant making it FAR easier to wrestle the repair plug in. Without it, it will still work perfectly fine... it's just a lot harder to get in place. And when you're fighting to plug a tire on the side of the road, that's extra effort you don't need if it can be avoided. Every vehicle should have a plug kit and small 12v emergency compressor at all times. Plug it, get air in it, and get going.

[@altaygencaslan3864]

I guess you save so many people in the world with this video.. Thank you..

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@georgioe8553]

First time watcher and I instantly subscribed to your channel. Amazing video! I will be buying one of these kits to have in my car.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@daniellara3385]

A little observation, check the way nail went trough the tire, not all goes the same way, or you will had a lot of effort to find where the inserted tool will go., thanks, very informative

[@dpuckjoe]

A very educative video. Thanks for making it in such great detail.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're welcome, thanks for watching !

[@chucho190]

Good demonstration thank you so much much you help me a lot

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@NewManToHandle]

This is handy education for us motorcyclists. Thanks!

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@plunder1956]

I have watched several videos covering most of these solutions and how to apply them. This is By Far the best I have seen. Thank you. I own and have seen two of them used and this video was a big help in getting it right.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're very welcome!

[@ColinClarke-pb8ee]

I have a Maserati Granturismo. They come with a can of that stupid expandable foam just to ruin the tyre. Comes in a lovely case too. The boot does have a space for a spare but it would sit upright which means you have to lean over it to access the remainder (not much) of the luggage space. I have put of getting a spare for this reason. stupid I know but I only do 3000 miles a year. I will get one of these kits now. Thank you.

[@Marksman_76]

i use worm rubber, it can stand 1-2mounth. then use screw model but only less 1 month. finally i use red mushroom its looks good, its stand more than 3 month and still ongoing.

[@3nigmaG]

Grew up using the first method. Hasn't failed me yet.

[@Chuyennguyen454]

I just bought a used tool box, and it had same gun. I didn’t know what it’s used for until now. Thank you

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching !

[@skteboarder12]

very well made vid! love the nature sounds in the background

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thank you very much!

[@DavidM2002]

I ran over a bit of road debris on my motorcycle last year and got a pinhole leak in my rear tire. The short version is that I scrounged a large (about a #12) sheet metal screw and screwed that into the hole and topped up the air. Use the largest sheet metal screw possible. (And DO NOT use a wood screw, unless you are desperate, as the threads are tapered and not nearly as coarse as the sheet metal screw.) I rode 150 miles to the dealer for a new tire and never lost a single pound of air. In hindsight, a blob of rubber cement on the threads would have been a nice safety factor. I now always carry a sheet metal screw with me. In the car too. And, be prepared with an inflation device of some sort the runs off your vehicle's electrical outlet. In my experience, half of the gas station compressors do not work. I found out the hard way.

[@deltajohnny]

Great advice! 👏👏

[@larryhunt1853]

I've got a plugging kit in each of my vehicles. But depending upon the type of puncture (i.e. large, small, nail, screw, angled, straight, blah blah blah) it can be an SOB to get the plug in. I never thought about just running a sheet metal screw in but that's GENIUS for a quick, easy, on the road type of fix. Thanks so much for waking me up!

[@KJs581]

Great vid. About to do one, so need a refresher. I was going to take a pierced tyre to a shop (staple in it) but you just get sick of them never listening to what you say/don't tell you what they are going to do (last one I took, they said they would do internal one, then didn't, used external, which I can do myself), so easier for me to do. But great to see what is current. Thanks!!!!!

[@dw1508]

Tyre Places In Australia are chargin up to $60 Aud for a puncture repair these days, so many more people are buying the self repair kits getting more an more popular for good reason.

[@onnonugteren2935]

What a perfect way of showing the possibilities. Only at 17.35 you don't show that the tip is lost in the tire: that's not perfect. And you don't tell us that in your time order there is also a quality order, the last screw is very easy but more like coming home and replace and the first solution is for just use your tire as long as the tire holds: far preferable. Jolly good work and greetings from the Netherlands. 🙂

[@Dubb1000]

Shout out to the cameraman who shrunk himself to get into the tyre for us to get that point of view. To say it was helpful would be an understatement.

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

Thanks for watching lol, I've since grown back to my original size :)

[@SrFlanagan]

The best? Screws seem like a quick and clever solution to me as long as they work well.

[@wdwtx2.0]

I have always used the sticky string type repair kits. They have never failed.

[@Yawwee]

I am so grateful for this video !!! I have seen many of the ways to plug the hole in the tire - and now you have shown me how they all work !!!! Thank you, Thank you !!! 😃🥰😸💖🥳👍

[@knobsdialsandbuttons]

You're very welcome, thanks for watching !