How to Fix a Flat Tire EASY (Everything you need to know)

[@fallenazrael5291]

I do this for a living (Yes im the guy that patches it from the inside and all those other jobs on your car) but I still sat here and watched the entire thing when I have stuff to do. This guy is just amazing

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot man!

[@fallenazrael5291]

@@chrisfix This has to be a joke right? This legend replied to me, in 15 minutes, on a 6 year old video? I can die now

[@rrallen13]

@@fallenazrael5291👌👌

[@John-Smith02]

@@fallenazrael5291 damn. Chrisfix liked that comment. Guess he really wants to see you dead.

[@fallenazrael5291]

@@John-Smith02 lmao. Love u dude

[@deem.o4342]

First flat ever I got was on the highway at night. Didn’t know what to do and when I called my dad he just said to “figure it out”. Today, a few years after I found your channel, when I got a tire pressure alert on my dash I didn’t sweat it. Jacked my car and patched the leak up myself all thanks to this video. Something so basic, but made me so proud that I “figured it out”. Seriously Chris, you made me a confident car owner - so thank you for all that you do!

[@Bikerbarry916]

ur papa is a jackass

[@StuffStudier]

How did you get home that day?

[@Zpanadero]

We need to know how did u get home

[@deem.o4342]

Called a friend who had AAA for a tow. Same friend took care of the flat for me the next day.

[@quentinc1275]

I think ChrisFix is the only person who is excited when he gets a flat tire

[@raptorjesus3894]

"Alright! Time to make a video!"

[@chrisfix]

+Quentin C lol basically but now that the video is made, I might not get as excited haha

[@vaguincolombia]

hahahaha

[@magzire]

Quentin C hahahaha

[@KledAteTacos]

QCetnar he can get views out of his videos,views are the secret to getting yt money

[@dougl409]

I've been plugging tires this way for 35 years and never had a plug fail. I don't ever get them repaired from the inside. Great video!

[@alexanderher7692]

its illegal here lol

[@jasonsoto6163]

@@alexanderher7692 only if someone sees👍 just cut it flush and do your best to make it seem like the tire just has some wear to it

[@alexanderher7692]

@@jasonsoto6163 better safe than sry when it comes to security

[@jasonsoto6163]

@@alexanderher7692 I had a plug on a 35 mud tire, drove it at highway speeds 75+ all the time, took it mudding to the beach everything and I never had a problem with the plug

[@artcenajr.1813]

Thanks for sharing!

[@DrBirthCtrl]

I work in a tire shop and I'll admit we hate dealing with tires that have fixaflat in them. Since it damages the tires internally and usually voids any kind of road hazard waranty. I highly recommend using Slime because it's TPMS safe and easier to clean out of a tire. Not to mention it doesn't damage a tire. That being said I appreciate the content you place in your videos. It's lengthy but detailed and spot on. Keep up the good work.

[@chrisfix]

+Alericslade thanks and thanks for sharing the useful info!

[@richmac918]

As Chris said, thank you (and Jimmy S) for the feedback. I've used Fix A Flat before but I had heard that you should warn tire shops about it before they serviced the tire. Wasn't sure why but I wasn't aware that it screwed up the TPMS or that it could make using a patch impossible. Unfortunately car manufacturers, when they don't provide you with a donut, give you a can of this crap and maybe an inflator. Just bought a Mustang GT and sure enough, nothing but a can of Fix A Flat and a portable inflator. Trunk is set up for a donut but since I didn't check (or apparently check the right box) this is all I got.

[@saboorsaboor704]

Jimmy S you can use your nose to plug the hole

[@gantmj]

Good to know that slime is better. I'll throw out my can of fix a flat.

[@Sheehy223]

Yep, Tire Shop employee here, I fucking hate the shit. Makes the shop reek of harsh chemicals, and it eats away at bead sealer and vulcanizer, so not only will it not fix the leak that you were intending to, but it'll make your tire start leaking at the beads, and any previous plugs. At no point in my life would I willingly put that shit inside one of my own tires unless I had literally no other choice whatsoever.

[@labradormcgraw]

Absolutely outstanding. From a technical production aspect, this is simply brilliant. You just CANNOT beat a ChrisFix video.

[@sixtyninefourtwenty.69420]

yep

[@rexronan1174]

Very true

[@lourdjamiranonuevo2712]

Oi hes good

[@barnsleyseemstobeaninteres7698]

Ye

[@lourdjamiranonuevo2712]

No shit Sherlock

[@alexanderoekr]

I have a story related to this tutorial. About 5 years ago I watched every video of Chrisfix and I really liked this one. So I bought a plug kit similar to that shown in video. It was laying in my trunc for a past 5 years and 2 days ago I finally got a flat tire to test it. I was in Spain on holidays and had to ride back home on Sunday and it was in the middle of nowhere, so no tire repair in the area, plus siesta. So I watched this video again and learned how to fix a tire. I draw about 1600 km and it is still there. Thank you Chris to give the advice for buying repair kit and perfect video instructions. It really helped and maybe saved my life❤

[@chrisfix]

Glad the video ended up helping! It takes only one time and it’s worth it haha!

[@chrisgraham2904]

Good instruction Kris! In 50 years of driving, I've very rarely had a tire slit, sidewall punctures or leaking at the rims. 98 percent of punctures are in the tire face caused by nails and screws. Using a tire plug kit with "gooey worms" is a great investment that will save you a fortune over time by doing the repair yourself. Convenience is also top on my list, because a repair can be completed in about 15 minutes. Note: You usually discover the flat in the morning, on your driveway after the vehicle has been siting over night. I never use the contact cement, since it doesn't seem to improve the repair and it makes a mess of your plug tools. After your cut off the worm nub with side cutters, light the remaining nub on fire and let it burn like a candle for a minute or so to level it to the tread and complete the seal.

[@Chaos_God_of_Fate]

About to fix a tire... and I like fire. When I'm done I'm going to light it on fire- great idea even if it does nothing at all!

[@chrisgraham2904]

@@Chaos_God_of_Fate Never had a plug repair leak.

[@ponchoslappatv5358]

Thanks old man we need more teachers like you

[@googliang1]

Great idea! Since I'm doing it on my bday, I might as well sing a bday song to myself while burning it like candle!

[@chrisgraham2904]

@@googliang1 I hope all your wishes come true.

[@rileywolfe1565]

Just plugging the tire is perfectly fine so that everyone knows. My grandpa taught me how to mount tires on the rim and how to fix leaks. We use the plugs exactly how Chris uses them but we never went to get it patched and as long as the plug sealed properly the tire works just as good as it would otherwise.

[@ranger178]

the only reason they say you need to go to a garage and have tire is patched is the lawyers are worried the tire might have been driven when flat for a while damaging sidewall .when garage takes it off to patch it they can see it on inside of tire . but people drive on half flat tires all the time because they never check them but we don't want another giant firestone tires exploding problem with lawsuits on suvs

[@JackRR15]

@@ranger178 Agreed but also I think it's gonna depend on your situation. If you have a high speed rated tire I definitely wouldn't keep doing those speeds with a plugged tire. But if just for commuting you know no problem there.

[@SessionFootage]

@@JackRR15 i

[@dkingpin74]

@@JackRR15 I agree, especially if your plug is in a rear tire on a vehicle you use for towing

[@artcenajr.1813]

Thanks for sharing! I was hoping that was the case!

[@getecknics]

i work in a tire shop. great video glad you threw in that part at the end about patching tires. most people dont realize that most shops fix flats for free when you buy tires from them plus if they use a patch plug combo its even safer. also really glad you said something about sidewall and shoulder damage most people dont realize that's unsafe to repair

[@chrisfix]

Thanks! I am glad you approve of the video!

[@rinkzys4411]

getecknics rhwwwww

[@tilatfatma2631]

getecknics Hold up, hold up, hold up (What) Let me catch my breath (Yeah) Let me count these checks (What) Flex on my ex (Yeah) I don't got no respect (I don't, I don't) Break up in a text (What?) Pull up in a GT3, fly off in a jet (Vroom!) Ee

[@BurningToxicity]

getecknics discount tire?

[@getecknics]

Drayton Ellman nah Tire Pros

[@catalindeluxus8545]

Those tire plugs saved my life once! I used them for about 4-5 months on some old tires when I was poor af, and didn't even sand the paper with the reamer properly. No problems whatsoever, 100% recommend!

[@giorgio.]

There's nothing more permanent than a temporary fix! I've driven on plugged tires for years without problems. This video has everything you need to know for dealing with a flat tire in 11 minutes flat. Perfect and thank you!

[@FakeExotic]

When we got flat tire = “Awwwww... Man” When ChrisFix got a flat tire = “Awwwwwww yeah, a new video!”

[@aidankuster1333]

Ima just start doing videos like him im gonna do horrible but anything for the views amirite that was a joke pls dont judge me

[@goose-gamer2314]

lol

[@AliHussain-me6dw]

@@goose-gamer2314 creeper

[@goose-gamer2314]

What no I'm not lol but subscribe to me though pls

[@AliHussain-me6dw]

@@goose-gamer2314 no it's a meme

[@lilgash7348]

this guy somehow finds a way to promote his soapy wooder in every video 😂

[@chrisfix]

It’s not promoting, it’s using it.

[@sreenandrajeev8441]

Soapy wooder is a universally used for fixing anything in your your car

[@kingofrandom9504]

Aw Man,my battery is dead,I know spray soapy wooder on it🤣🤣🤣

[@sreenandrajeev8441]

Other than car batteries, anything else will work

[@edgyhotdog-3191]

Soapy wooder is a very special liquid

[@JaegerZ3]

Small tip in case the tyre is dead flat and the car is old: you might find that 2 bolts break loose easy, yet the other 2 are impossible to do. It means the wheel might have a slight tilt (milimiters) that holds the 2 bolts from loosening. In that case you need to push the car a few inches, bring the tough bolts in opposite location (e.g. if they were the bottom ones, now the wheel will turn and.they will come up), making it easier to break loose. I have changed a tyre more than 15 times and this happened to me recently. I litterally stepped ON the tool, weighing 245lbs and the bolt would still not break loose. After slightly spinning the wheel it was fine.

[@michaelkulman7095]

Instead of pushing the car you can just jack it up a little and rotate the wheel, then lower it and try again but good point, it happens when it happens...

[@lauragraves4342]

Cool I didn't know that thank you. 😊

[@pleasureincontempt3645]

@Thanos T Lay-off the Tacos man. Life is much easier.

[@rodneyjhackenflash4865]

HI, Chris Fix! A Big-Name tire store in our town wanted to charge me $200 to replace a tire with a small hole in it, same size as the one in your video. They said it could not be repaired and HAD to be replaced. They didn't have it in stock and said they'd call around for it. Lucky for me it wasn't in stock as I might have gone for it. Saw your video. Did exactly what you said to do. Tire is repaired, by me, and back on the car tonight. And holding air. Thanks, Chris. Great video, as always, from you!

[@opticvenom2458]

I love how you turn your flat tire misfortune into a helpful video, If life gives you lemon, you make a video about so everyone else can learn.❤

[@BilgemasterBill]

Always a pleasure to come across a ChrisFix how-to video--kind of "one and done". No endlessly meandering folksy anecdotes, five minute intros with a dog eating a marshmallow or super-sketchy or partial guidance--just a quick firehose shot of solid info.

[@nonmihiseddeo4181]

I drove on a plugged tire for 2 years, until it was time to replace all 4 of my tires. It never leaked. Those plug kits are a godsend.

[@kasunsathsara5306]

The thing what I don't understand is who are these 4k people who disliked such a valuable and useful video like this! Chris I watch every video you make. You're one brilliant guy I've ever seen. Keep it up man. Nice work!

[@billfisher97]

I knew how to do this, Ive even done it twice and yet still enjoyed watching Chris Fix do it. Whats with this guy and his magic positivity.

[@d._wolff]

*Engine block melts* "hey guys! Chrisfix here!"

[@henrikhansen7834]

EatMyMentok jo hnhs

[@amluzia]

"Im gonna fix it with Soapy Wooder " !

[@raulbitca5342]

I want to see him change or swap an engine (Chris please if you see this buy a car with a blown engine )

[@Jetlag78]

"ganna put some plugs aka DNA plug".

[@MrRods]

Lel

[@casperlajca3070]

I 'm 10 years old because of you I can change a tire and other💪👍

[@ryanlu6103]

I'm ten too and watch him

[@skyforce2132]

I’m 16 about to get my first car. It’s good to watch these videos for myself

[@liammcquillan6851]

im 14 and i work on cars and bikes

[@harrydidcote4074]

I’m 11

[@kickinwinghotboi883]

You ain't 10 years old. You're a 26 year old man who lives with his grandma in her double wide and you treat her like shit. You have a part time job at the local dollar general and you are in an on/off relationship with a female named Candy. Just a tip, you won't get the attention you're craving by pretending to be a 10 year old. Get a life

[@Uilani-g4m]

You're an amazing teacher!! As a girl wanna be pretend mechanic, I've learned so much from your videos. I just got a flat and will attempt this job. Wish me luck!!🤪 I"m a pretty determined minded, so I think I'll succeed. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and in such a non-egotistical and supportive way!! Greatly appreciate it from Hawai'i!!

[@RandomObed]

"Crap i got a flat tire!" ... "Hey guys Chris Fix here"

[@anishjakka1334]

Hahaha.... have fun

[@ninjadude1932]

nice one

[@aaron-michaelcalvillo391]

Exactly what I was thinking

[@mikewiebers8814]

Steve Wang He charges $100/hr - Watch the video=a lot cheaper. And you can use your own soopy wader.🙄

[@Gamesplay-xe9bg]

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[@leeamraa]

Appreciate the completeness of the instructions and the safety tips at each step. Very professional Chris, thank you!

[@chrisfix]

I am glad you enjoyed the video and it was helpful!

[@SamSmolko]

Thanks for not being a monotone bore. Dig your enthusiasm! 🤘🏼🤓

[@chrisfix]

Thanks Sam!

[@oferkes]

I watched this video about 2 months ago and bought a plug kit.. i just used it to fix a flat tire on my suzuki sx4 2014, AS SHOWN. You have my respect Chris!

[@uldisgitendorfs2608]

I have fixed my car tires two times with that plugging wire and both times it lasted until next tire change. So both times I drove with plugged tire for more than a year. So I think this kit is the must have!

[@chrisfix]

It's a great tool to have!

[@jordanegger747]

How many miles do you think that would have been?

[@justtimothy5927]

Two months later Car gets stolen No one: Him: Hey guys Chrisfix here, today I will show you how to stop a robber with common handguns.

[@alexthegnocap6076]

ItsTimothy under rated comment right here

[@ruelnakila7460]

10/10 commet yayay

[@justtimothy5927]

@@alexthegnocap6076 haha lol thanks

[@justtimothy5927]

@@ruelnakila7460 lol

[@sovietscrapmechanic5058]

@@alexthegnocap6076 I need that video

[@DylanBegazo]

It’s a fathers job to teach these things to his kids. Thank you for doing what some fathers won’t. I was just watching your video to see if there was something I could learn. I had no idea rubber cement existed for tires. I knew it existed for other applications. But it makes sense. And also, for another example, I never knew most tire shops patch the inside of the tire for free. I learned something today. Thank you.

[@chrisfix]

I'm glad you learned something new! Thanks a lot!

[@DylanBegazo]

@@chrisfix no problem Chris. Do you by any chance have a video on ways of dismounting a tire from a wheel and mounting a new tire to a wheel?

[@Ray00069]

Tire shops don’t patch inside the tires for free. You have to purchase the tires they sell in order to obtain that special offer. Otherwise, nobody would be patching their own tires.

[@M-Rv]

Chris you're one of the best people who show how to do stuff, I remember years ago I had a flat tire and I went to a body shop and they plugged it for me, since then I always wanted to do it for myself in the future, years ago I searched on youtube how to plug a flat tire and there was literally no videos showing how to get it done, I bumped into this video today and that made me remember of that day I couldn't find anyone with a video I was looking for.

[@satekeeper]

It's amazing how people don't know about the tire plugs. Relatively easy, super cheap, and incredibly effective. If you do it correctly, they're most definitely fine for the life of the tire.

[@chrisfix]

Absolutely!

[@pcarobsessed9778]

This guy is genius. All of his videos are helpful. Thank you

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!!!

[@Bipbop66]

One of the absolute BEST videos ever made. CONGRATS!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot!

[@michaelpatrick6840]

I didn’t read through the comments so if i’m repeating it, sorry. Like Chris says, check to make sure you have a spare, jack and lug wrench. I didn’t do this on a used truck I once bought. I blew out a boat trailer tire on the interstate 100 miles from home on a Sunday afternoon. I found out the truck did not have a tire iron. I found a basin wrench (google it) in my truck and used that wrench to operate a scissor jack and to remove the lugs on the boat trailer. I got it done after a ton of swearing and effort. The lug nuts were completely ruined when I got them back on and were carefully cutoff with a dremel tool when I got home. So make sure your vehicle has the correct tools and know how to use em. Great video, my plug job is a success!

[@kdmq]

I once patched a tire on a Jeep and drove on it for only 6 months, still enough to outlast the Jeep.

[@brisket1244]

Chris Fix the type of KZbinr you can never get bored of and watch his videos over and over

[@jasoninpersonam3664]

I've installed Tire plugs on my personal tires for over 20 years at the rate of about 3 plugs a year and have never had one single one fail for the remaining life of the tire tread. by the way I never used rubber cement ever and I only used the reamer if the hole was too tiny for the plug pusher which was almost never. plus I never had to Dismount my wheel in order to get to the puncture however for this video it was easier for chrisfix to display how to get this done with other safety disclaimers

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for sharing!

[@henrlima87]

Jasoninpersonam bovine excrement

[@Bazujkaz]

Hi, In my country tire shops normally don't patch from inside unless the hole is too large, and also use plugs like you have shown. During many years I have not had an issue with this kind of fix. So, if done properly, most of the time it's permanent. Regards

[@manthonychavez]

The reamer is to make the hole uniform all around 360 degrees. That way, there are no voids/pockets that the plug has to "squeeze" itself into. The plug stays in better because the rips/tears in the tire are smaller/shorter and thus move/flex less.

[@elkillerx]

Same here! I've used tire plugs and never had one fail.

[@claudemasson1822]

thank you so much ! I just fixed my flat tire today using this video :D the soapy water trick is really amazing because at first I couldnt locate the pin that got in. It so much satisfying to work on it's own car and see results. Keep up your amazing work man !

[@codycorum4311]

I drove on a plugged tire for for 5 years

[@chrisfix]

Yea they "technically" arent permanent but in reality, they last and work so.

[@saezbrothers511]

Omg bro insane

[@saezbrothers511]

@@chrisfix insane to d 5 yearsrive on one for

[@factorsknown]

Cody Corum me too

[@Ivan-np3ls]

Yea had mine for a good year

[@titushutton792]

Who else doesn’t even have a flat but they just watched this for nothing?

[@waitme3519]

I do tires for a living, I came here to see how he explains. He did good job.

[@berthazepeda918]

@Hassan Abbassi same

[@brayanchojolan6609]

I work at a tire shop so I find this interesting

[@michaelsuzio4364]

My tire pressure light has been on since February its a really Minor leak from a shell or something

[@srodulfo]

@@brayanchojolan6609 Hey! i wanna open a tire shop, do you got any pointers? thank you in advance!

[@_omar3184]

I don't own a car, I'm sleepy, it's almost 1am, and I got school tomorrow. Explain to me why I'm watching a video on how to change a tire? Still love your vids

[@chrisfix]

Thanks! Glad you enjoy the videos!

[@Robmyidea]

_ Omar you enjoy being counter productive

[@JohnW8223]

It'll come in handy one day Bro, trust me!

[@awesomepro2.0_gaming63]

You read my mind. It is fun to watch tho

[@rendangayam8145]

Same thing here

[@t.e.1189]

Need to plug my tire tomorrow, it's been a while since I've done one. Came to Chris Fix for a quick refresher. Love the no nonsense to the point videos. Thanks Chris.

[@sortagr8]

Thank you for making it easy and simple for someone with little to no experience to do the day I found out my tire had a nail in it! Love your videos!

[@rogelioaraujogomez8939]

I don’t have a flat, I’m eating cereal in my dinner table just trying to absorb as much knowledge as Chris can give me while I snack

[@chrisfix]

At least you are learning in comfort and not if this happens to you

[@tweedy4481]

As a discount tire employee, this is a great video! He explains everything 100% correctly. Perfect vocab, details, and even knows how annoying fix-a-flat is. Awesome video.

[@kennethebel7726]

At Toyota we automatically recommend a new sensor with the tires lol. Our sensors are like $100

[@majwor3763]

@@kennethebel7726 Yea TPMS...glorified 1$ tire valve!

[@kennethebel7726]

@@majwor3763 what

[@pokcay]

My car's rear tire suddenly burst when i was speeding in tollroad. Thankfully I didn't panic and managed to get myself to the shoulder of the road. And thanks to this video, i didn't have a problem changing my own tire. So thank you, Chris!

[@EverydayAdrian]

I just made a video of showing my son on how to change a tire and it premiers today! I think we did it all wrong!!! Great Video!

[@andrewkoehn2238]

I feel like Chris purposely fucks up his cars to make these videos. Great work nonetheless. You're very good at this

[@chrisfix]

Why would I do that? I dont have time to mess up my own car when I have tons of projects I need to complete.

[@katieducky23]

@ChrisFix People always gonna hate lol! Luckily i bought a cigarette lighter pump the day after watching this video from autozone. A week later my tire pressure light came on sense its cold down here i didn't think much of it until 10 hours later my tire went flat when i got off work (i had a nail in my tire) i go across this bridge their working on everyday so it likely came from one of the road crew people but anyhow i used the pump i bought and it got me all the way back to my house. It went flat an hour later so sadly the tire was punctured to deep and i had to replace the whole tire but still, your videos are a life saver!

[@bboyv6syahmirosli310]

Andrew Koehn

[@CST1992]

Good for you that you were able to get home quickly and conveniently.

[@dandanthebabyman]

ChrisFix what about the scratch removal vid on the pt?

[@danield8528]

I'm almost convinced he took air out of his tire while he was in the store just so he could make a video when he comes back. This man is a legend.

[@jcespinoza]

I'm pretty sure he got that screw in there on purpose

[@howard5992]

@@jcespinoza more likely he got a flat overnight at home, found the leak, put on the spare, got ready to film, went to the mall parking lot, put the flat tire back on and then started filming the beginning segment so not staged but set up clues - 1) the leak was pretty slow so it's not likely it went flat on one trip 2) the parking space was away from the shops and other cars making it easy to film there

[@tednguyen208]

That’s very thorough. I’ve been to tire and repair shops to have flat tire fix for years and all the do is plug the leak with that needle. No patching inside, no glue, no prepping the hole with the filing stick. But it works.

[@DiyTech99]

Finally A Video From ChrisFix. Who's Excited.

[@dylanfoxaygameh5281]

i tried the soap and water trick on our hummer tire cause it keep going flat and it worked :) there was a pin hole, thanks for the advice chris :)

[@jeff_AZ]

I greatly appreciate the production quality. Clear, well-lit and especially UP CLOSE shoots show the time and effort put into this video. Thank You.

[@caitlindemerlis335]

AGREED. One of the reasons I love his videos-I can see, in detail, exactly what he’s doing.

[@kaylinnance7098]

Just found your Channel. This is so helpful, thank you. Not everyone has a father, or parents who even know how to do this themselves to learn from. Six years later this is good information!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot Kaylin!

[@blackopsbeast12341]

I work at a tire shop so I have felt with endless scenarios similar to this, everything Chris states in this video is absolutely perfect and yes we really do hate bottles of Fix-A-Flat in tires lol. Except for one thing, those rope plugs are NOT SAFE, they are not made of the same compound as a professional tire plug and they actually slightly absorb water, this commonly leads to water getting into the belt package (the metal cords inside of a tire) and can create rust and corrosion which can then cause the tire to weaken and be more likely to explode. Your best bet is always to get it to a tire shop as soon as possible to have it professionally plugged and we also will put a patch on the inside of the tire to back the plug up and give it an air tight seal.

[@niccunningham5677]

Damn straight

[@SeanBaker]

I have an inflator in my car. I like to be prepared and as self sufficient as possible. Good video.

[@Jack9788]

Never tire of these videos

[@mentaldan666]

I see what you did there. Haha

[@imbruxopt]

Get out.

[@danielcortes7591]

imBruxo PT lmao

[@chrisfix]

haha

[@rubenrambaud1652]

This product and method works.I did it before and it never leaked until its time to get a new tire. and man ,you did a nice demonstration.

[@jadesystem]

Chris is always informative, easy to listen to, thorough and spot-on with great information. I've used some of his technical advise and techniques from brakes to flats. His videos are like having a big brother leading you every step of the way. Although, there are many car gurus on this site, he's one of the best. Lastly, he encourages safety first on all of his videos.

[@wholeNwon]

Remember once that it was so hard to get the reamer in that I used an electric drill first. Worked very well. Like most of us, I've driven on a plugged tire for the life of the tread with no further leaking.

[@where2098]

So u used the plugged tire all the way until the tread of the tire was gone ? So it's really normal to do that without any problems ?

[@wholeNwon]

@@where2098 It was a "permanent repair" for my tire. Don't know what's "normal" for other people. But obviously one should NEVER keep using a tire until all the tread is gone.

[@InstructorAnthony]

I have used those plug kits to fix tread area punctures for years on several different cars. Those tires have been used for light off-roading, towing/hauling, and on track going over 120 mph. I have never had a problem. I think one of my SUVs tires has about five of these things in there.

[@arabuild5901]

Lifting the car before using the tire inflator can speed up the process and put less stress on the inflator! - Great video, love your channel and thanks for all the information, specially for those like me, who are complete car noobs! - Cheers from Brazil!

[@timothybracken1728]

As soon as you got a flat , you were probably like "Shit, I should make a youtube video tutorial about this" haha

[@MonkeyRobot727]

or maybe it was an inside job and he put a hole in his tire on purpose just for the video

[@TheRealXesc]

I love the fact that Chris takes the opportunity to make a video on things that happen on the road. I don't believe this was set up, you saw the screw was in there good, and worn down - it had been in there for at least a day or two...

[@timothybracken1728]

not saying it's a setup.. I'm actually thankful another video is up ! I love his videos !!

[@timothybracken1728]

HEY GUYS! CHRIS FIX HERE XD

[@chrisfix]

Lol, that is basically what happened. I was upset at first because that's one of my drifting tires but then I was happy because I could make a helpful video!

[@whydoievenbothertoputthish2199]

i mostly watch these cause he explains the stuff so well wel done mate ! *tip of the hat*

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot!

[@gaspoweredtesla]

ChrisFix I watch your vids because it will help me how to fix my car

[@bobonlinenet]

i wish these videos were around when i started driving lol. so helpful

[@shaunharris697]

I'm learning a lot from watching your videos, Chris fix thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@chrisfix]

I am glad you are learning a lot!

[@lumpymash]

I have to say, Chris, you do a fantastic job. You are my go-to-guy; I do glean information from several sources, to gain a balanced view. However, you provide the most comprehensive and practical advice for the bloke who is not in the trade and does not have a wall full of dedicated tools. Thanks very much !

[@holdshortrunway27]

Hey Chris, Great video n details. Just a small additional tidbit, if the tire is new or has considerable treadlife remaining, the best options (as you stated) are to: #1) Add air to get home or repair shop or #2) Put on your spare. The ultimate goal is to have the tire patched from inside which is a much safer permanent repair. /// More n more tire shops will NOT patch your tire from inside if you have already plugged it. The newest safest repair is a PLUG PATCH, it's a rubber plug cylinder attached to center of patch, so the plug fills the hole and the tire is patched internally at same time///. Thanks Chris for everything you do !

[@rp9674]

Do some cars still have spares?

[@Ben-uu7hz]

@@rp9674 Most cars still have spares, smaller cars and crossovers normally have a small temporary spare in the trunk where Larger SUVs and trucks normally have a full size spare under the rear of the vehicle.

[@rp9674]

@@Ben-uu7hz that's crazy!

[@redline870]

Awesome video, I watched it almost exclusively to point out the errors lol but there were none, you covered everything... nice work! I am a professional mechanic of over 10 years and have plugged a ton of tires. If properly installed (like yours was) I never have seen one fail for the life of the tire. Only time they fail is if someone doesn't ream the hole first or if they don't use rubber cement on the plug itself before installation. The rubber cement acts as a lube helping you slip it in the hole (you never want to stick it in the whole dry haha) and allows the plug to properly seat in the hole. If rubber cement is not used, they are a pain in the ass to install and sometimes leak.

[@chrisfix]

+redline870 thanks a lot and exactly! I have never seen one fail either but I had to let people know technically it isnt permanent.

[@pastorslant]

I had to plug a tire when I was 16 and drove on that tire the life of that car (5 years). Never had another problem.

[@pamkills]

finally the comment i was searching for and not that "Hey guys Chris Fix here" comments

[@realcalebmydog]

Hey you hey guys Chris fix here!

[@QuantikoOfficial]

@@pamkills THATS WHAT I WAS SAYING LOL!!! nice to see we reached the end of our scroll journey

[@eyron-msng]

Just as what I'm looking for.

[@__alves_]

11 minutes 11 million views Top notch 🎩

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!

[@rollmic]

Love your upbeat energy! Any tutorial from you is alright with me any day. Thanks Chris Fix!

[@chrisfix]

+rollmic thanks a lot!

[@ANDY-fv5ur]

Who's watching during corona virus pandemic?

[@adriancostache8141]

me

[@loganpalazzolo6195]

Me

[@gamingonatincan8704]

Andy Ame he hearted your comment and this vid is like 1.5 yrs old. A legend

[@Boypogikami132]

Me

[@michelleobama3013]

I am poo boi lol I broke the chain again

[@clusa3721]

Chris, you are awesome!! You deserve a presidential medal!! I am so glad I came to check your opinion in this, flat tire subject!! just now, April 22, 2021, I found a flat rear tire and it looks like a piece of metal. Following your instructions, I might keep the can for emergency and use the spare tire after I check its psi in it. Many thanks again. You exude enthusiasm and knowledge in every detailed piece of information you transmite to us! Please, keep healthy so you can continue helping all of us because we do need you. I do not even mind watching advertisements during your videos!! Believe me! Regards from 34205

[@GHOSTUSER00]

03:41 This Guys such a pro he droved backwards all the way home!

[@axelk.a.cprabudi1144]

btw its weird but its fast

[@steveellis6090]

I repaired my tire with the rope kit 3 years ago, and it is still holding up well.

[@safarsathar982]

your videos make me feel like life is so easy lol

[@SirSnaxAlot2]

2:17 as a road side repair specialist this one tip is gold. I can't tell you how many people assume a 12 year old spare has any air. A spare with no air is useless. check it every 6 months and if you have a spare UNDER the vehicle drop it down and lower it twice a year. I can't tell you how many GM and dodge vans have a stuck spare.

[@wes326]

Good advice. Also carry an inflator.

[@TheArabsolga]

"Soapy wooder" WHAT A GOD HAHAHAHA

[@ViperJay5]

My fiancee is from Philadelphia, and that's how they pronounce water there as well. I always tease her about it.

[@RyanFiore211]

adventureoflinkmk2 Not Boston, Jersey.

[@RyanFiore211]

Nah they're all different. I'm from Boston and his accent sticks out as NJ.

[@Dreover]

Play-Doh right 😂😂

[@chrisfix]

lol, you know it!

[@techknowhow4802]

Great video that shows basically everything you need to know to fix a flat tire and how to be ready for if one happens. Too many people think it will never happen to them. They never check their spare tire, don't check if they have the tools and jack, etc. Then it usually happens when you least expect it. It's usually raining and on an interstate. Make sure you pull over safely and if it's not safe call for a tow or similar. Don't work on your car or truck on the side next to the interstate. Also, great point on how fix a flat and green stuff tire flat fix solutions are not a true solution and make a mess inside your tire and wheels. Great video. Be safe everyone. :)

[@chrisfix]

Thanks

[@Ivy-mi2jm]

I find your videos very educational, I’ve learned so much already just by watching them as a new car owner I really enjoy learning about cars and how to maintain them, keep it up man !!

[@chrisfix]

Awesome!!! I’m glad you’re learning a lot.

[@Junior-cq9ej]

10 months ago

[@yeetmiester07]

Same

[@j-leone845]

And o also learn alot and feel so happy when this guy is around thanks chris 💪

[@ademsulejmanovski7178]

Never had a dad to teach me this stuff so I’ve been binging all your vids. Thank you

[@ShaneInJapan]

Just an FYI plugging is not suggested by the tire industry as when you are using the bore its separating more of the metal. A proper fix is an internal patch, it's a permanent fix. If a patch leaks you can repatch the tire where as if a plug leaks you can't replug the same spot.

[@1MotoXRacer1]

He covered this already. It's not considered permanent by any means. But not everyone is in a perfect situation. What if you need to be on the road for a couple days? This is a good, band-aid solution to a lot of common problems.

[@ShaneInJapan]

Violetta yes but once you plug it you can't patch it as the metal from the cords will puncture the patch any reputable shop will not patch a tire that has been plugged

[@ShaneInJapan]

mts0628 risk vs reward for a reputable tire shop. Yes you have to prep by sanding area but it's not worth the risk for the shop hence why the big shops don't do it

[@Aardvarko]

You should watch the whole video before commenting next time

[@Shockyxo]

Shane Miller you know nothing Shane miller

[@NeoJSsk]

I cant believe he didn't mention the most important part... You absolutely want to change your Summer Air to Winter air and vise versa depending of the weather temperature due to the seasons of the years

[@chrisfix]

Don't worry, I made a full video explaining it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKWTaqScp76qpc0

[@NeoJSsk]

ChrisFix Awesome Thanks 👍🏼!

[@ragnocroft]

If you live in Utah like me, get ready to do this several times... a day!!!

[@mocanulaurentiu5812]

You dont change the air you even out the pressure, in the summer deflate a bit and in the winter inflate a bit

[@atarvhegde5210]

@@chrisfix Chris , you forgot that for ideal results with winter air , you should use winter tyres.

[@loyalopposition-us]

Thank you for the warning about fix-a-flat. That sh!t should come with a warning on the can. We get people in the shop all the time who have used it and expect to have their tire repaired. Nope! Your tire is done. No reputable shop will touch it now. The problem is; even if you take the time and trouble to clean it all out of the tire you can never be sure if you've cleaned it enough. Any fix-a-flat residue left in the tire will keep the patch from sticking properly and it's too big of a liability risk for the shop.

RichSmithify ya... Especially on New tires. - it would be cheaper to get a tow than to use that STUFF! Especially since... Well here, tires have to be PAIRED.

[@fartumsung3547]

RichSmithify

[@MCatwar]

RichSmithify I have a picture on my phone. one day at work a guy comes in with 4 flat repairs and every single one has fix a flat in it. I just remember my friend screaming "WE'RE 4 FOR 4 BOYS" LMAO

[@johnxina2465]

I fucking hate fix a sh1t because it fixes absolutely nothing. Also do not get that stuff in contact with your eyes blind alert

[@dmoore4667]

Still a solid video. I love “soapy Wooder!”

[@2.25.am_7]

I didn't realize that he has a bottle that says 'soapy wooder'

[@Boypogikami132]

It’s supposed to say ‘soapy water’ not ‘soapy wooder’

[@2.25.am_7]

@@Boypogikami132 yea that's the joke. Hes making fun of his accent

[@realcalebmydog]

Leak

[@zizouxyz_playz]

yeah mee to i thaught it was soapy water but it was not

[@buffpoo2302]

All you need is some FLEX TAPE

[@Jawslehoff]

I SAWED THIS TIRE IN HALF!

[@kjcomputer]

I was going to say that Xd

[@2382-h1n]

Here’s my take on flex tape:FLEX TAPE! Even fixes broken relationships

[@canadaman9527]

In all honesty, it would most likely work.

[@spaghetti_1st]

Engine doesn't work flex tape

[@therealistnicko7027]

I found a tire with decent tread that had a screw in it behind Pep Boys (back before tire shops slashed tires so you couldn't take them). I plugged it and drove on it for 6 years and sold the car. it was the best tire I ever had because I never had to add air to it LOL!

[@raihanislam912]

Nick B wait... they slash tires

[@WastedTalent-]

Used tires they take off cars when installing new ones.

[@m.e.y.5790]

What do u mean u didn't have to add air?

[@WastedTalent-]

Probably meant that he hasn't had to add air since he plugged the tire.

[@luxury_bahrain3909]

Well that tyre had a "tyre-ing" life of 6years

[@PH-md8xp]

Great video as always by ChrisFix. Your excitement at discovering you had a flat tire was palpable 😊. 75% of the population has no idea how to change a car tire, this video should be required for all drivers as part of getting their driver’s license.

[@ECP0692]

“Use fix-a-flat as a last case resort” 😊 Thank you! Sincerely, all tire shop employees. That stuff sucks ass!!!

[@Coach_Shiner]

I never recommend fix a flat

[@TheManiacX86]

I want to throw up every time I see a tire come in with fix-a-flat/slime.

[@jonatious]

I had no idea about how painful that is, before seeing this video

[@martonpenzes3664]

Watch project farms video abot tire sealers ....

[@BUSTRCHERRI]

Put on some gloves and quit your whining.

[@ronski50]

If using a wood block on the hydraulic jack pad, orientate it cross grain to the pinch weld. The block in the vid was orientated with the grain to the pinch weld and was ready to split into 2 pieces at 4:32. Some people use a jack pad or hockey puck instead. Other than that great vid.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for the tip!

[@chenqifan7912]

rocky t

[@carterhearld9941]

rocky I

[@manthonychavez]

fantastic tip! thank you

[@donaldlee6760]

Good point, I use a wood block on my jack pad too. I'll verify it's cross grain to the pinch weld.

[@paulfarmerful]

At the stage where you’re pulling out or unscrewing the nail/screw it’s a good idea to take notice of the angle at which it entered so that you can follow the hole accurately with the reamer. Otherwise you can end up with 2 punctures.

[@BIG2hats]

True mines at an odd angle, if I did it straight I’d make a whole new hole

[@YEPCLOCK69]

Man, Internet is amazing. Thanks for this free information, my father died recently and I've never really thought about doing these things when he was around.

[@naif_l7741]

Hi chris I support you from Saudi Arabia. Keep the good work 👍🏻

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for the support from Saudi Arabia!!!

[@نايفالمطيري-س3ي]

ارحب

[@نايفالمطيري-س3ي]

وش جابك هنا 😂

[@wormhole331]

I carry a plug kit and air compressor in all of my cars and saved me many times. they've all lasted the life of the tire so I wouldn't bother getting it patched unless it kept leaking.

[@chrisfix]

+wormhole331 same! Thanks for sharing.

[@shikaracing6878]

Now I know how to patch my life together thanks to this video

[@josuereyesarce276]

Shika Racing, lol I always see you comment on Chris FIX! I checked out your channel funny video! Keep it up!

[@chrisfix]

That is what I call a multi-use video! haha

[@shikaracing6878]

hahah, thank you savor! cant wait for the drifting! #DRIFTKING

[@deborahgonzalez842]

Literally waiting for roadside assistance watching this because I don’t have the time. But honestly good to know! 👏🏽👏🏽 THANK YOU!

[@hestushenchman]

A little tip that comes from personal experience: if you have locking lug nuts, replace them immediately with normal lug nuts. One time I needed to take a tire off and when I used the lug wrench it slipped and damaged the locking lug nut. I ended up having to go to a garage to have them remove it. They had to cut it off.

[@user-tq5up8nn3q]

Same thing just happened to me. Called triple A cause i couldnt seem to loosen any of the lug nuts and thought they were stripped. He shows up and tells me whats Spinning is the lug nut cover but the actual lug nut itself is not, so you have to take them off yourself or go to a shop. Even though i damaged my wheel quite a bit being careless, I chiseled them all off and got to the real lug nuts in like 30-60 minutes tops.