Easily find and fix a leak in a tire - No Jack Required

My girlfriend had a slow leak in her tire. It was pretty easy to find this leak but sometimes they can be difficult to locate. I show you how to do that and how to easily fix the tire without even jacking up the car.

[@propblast82nd]

Finally a KZbinr that didn’t remove the tire , well done 👍

[@brandonbrandon9427]

It’s situational

[@chardtomp]

That's fine if it's the front tire. It's damn hard to do that with a rear tire unless you have a lift you can put it up on.

[@BinladenObama]

@@chardtomp It was easy to do rear tire on my dodge caravan.

[@leesmith5154]

My back tires get punctured more than front & I've only been able to use this method 1ce outta like 5 times. It's just too hard to plug the back tires while they're still on imo....

[@cuatas1986]

What is the name of this thing? To look for it, hopefully can be found at Walmart

[@davidmarshall1697]

I have plugged several tires, both front and rear without removing them. The plugs always worked. A few suggestions: (1) always carry a plug-in air pump that you can get for about $40. (2) The tires should have air. Flat tires are more difficult to plug. (3) Ream the tire more aggressively than shown here and the plug will be easier to insert. (4) Extract the plug tool with a quick jerk, not a gentle pull. (5) Always carry an air pump and plug repair kit, and you can easily take care of most flats.

[@walersondocarmo3581]

Thx

[@jdu2580]

🔥 Fuego 🔥

[@LL-fb8wz]

I will remember that next time.

[@Andy-im3kj]

I 100% agree. I have carried the same Slime portable air pump from Wal-Mart and tire patch kit from 8 years ago and it still works to this day! I also added an emergency jumper, jumper cables and a few other emergency things. I also make sure my spare is good every year as well as my jack in my car.

[@ChildofGod3712]

@@Andy-im3kj how do you plug the rear tires without removing them? Just curious🤔

[@sumeshr6916]

I've plugged tires in the past, what I could say is that here in India where I live, no one replaces a tire if it got a nail in it. All we do here is plug and go. The roads here are pretty bad in most places. The tires take a lot of beating and the plugs hold up until the tires wear out eventually over its lifetime. That means to say that if you're driving on good roads most of the time, you don't have to think of replacing the tire for a nail plug, as long as it is in the flat area of the tire. Damages on sidewalls should not be repaired. Enjoy your ride!

[@christopherpaul2544]

If you buy a cheap plug kit make sure you Weare a thick leather glove. If the handle of the plug tool breaks the steel pin will go through the hand. I had a close call.

[@trevcon3]

Ohh ok thanks I'll do that

[@frankobrien9124]

THANKS FOR THAT VALUBLE TIP.

[@AlexGMason]

Wow, that's really scary, thanks for the info. I can easily see that happening, honestly.

[@yayyay7076]

Thanks for giving me a handy tip 😂

[@alexschocko2751]

wish I woulda seen this comment before yesterday 😩

[@louistomeldan7584]

I know this video six years old, but I just save me a whole lot of money… Thank you for putting this up! God bless

[@Chefbcooking]

My friend u just earned a sub for life first time doing anything like tire stuff I'm a chef had a nail just brought a house so my funds are depleted wife just had a baby she's off work man o man u are a life saver

[@watcherdude1330]

Ty . This is the first video I found that explains the process VERY CLEARLY. You deserved a thumbs up.

[@pakchu2]

I just finished plugging my tire with the 8 piece Slime kit. A couple of things I noticed: 1. Before you start removing the object stuck in the tire, make sure the wheel is rotated in a position to give you enough room to ream the hole and to insert the plug (you're going to need to exert a lot of force, utilizing leverage). My puncture was in the rear tire, so I rolled it to where it was below the rear bumper. 2. Make sure to ream the hole thoroughly. This will make inserting in the plug correctly much easier. 3. If you are using the rubber cement, be careful when inserting the plug, as the exiting pressure from the tire tends to spray out some of cement back outward

[@thepipejunkie8359]

Man you really helped me out. My rear tire has a nail in it and I don't have a jack or even an air compressor for that matter, but I do live less than a mile from a gas station. I'm glad to know I don't have to totally deflate the tire to plug it

[@dannp9026]

It was funny yesterday I seen a screw in my tire. First stop told me legally they couldn’t do it because it’s not in a specific area. They told me I would need a new tire I said ok I’ll let you know once I get the cash. Took it to a different tire shop they patched it in a minute I wanna say they did it this way you showed and covered it with some yellow stuff for extra measure for a low killer prize of 8 dollars 7 for service and dollar fee for card I was in shock they hooked your boy up x2 I’m definitely going back to them for any service needed. Not saying anybody is better but I love my Mexican people always taking care of people the right way.

[@ghoulishgremlin1478]

as long as the hole is within the tread its repairable, anything near sidewall is dangerous to patch. You can patch it but it can cause major tire failure and its just better to save yourself the time and replace that tire.

[@glenng7085]

What I don't understand is you shove that reaming tool in first quite deeply, and then you put the tire sealant through that push pin, and you're pushing it in like an inch or two isn't this puncturing the other side of a tire? Also I've seen other guys put some kind of cement on the the packing first!

[@geraldfkilroy118]

Thank you for showing me new info re: slow leaks on the car tire bead, I currently have a very slow leak. I'll give it a try. I suspect now that my bicycle slow leaks were leaking along the bead as well. You are a pleasant, brief, articulate communicator as well. Video well produced.

[@TomO-if7nh]

Thank you for making an easy and simple to follow video. It helped me out.

[@mpasaa]

I also used to use cement put on the plug which usually comes in the kit. Keep in mind as the tire wears down this plug area becomes a source of weakness. But this process works well initially and plugs I've done seemed to last until I needed to replace tires.

[@TheLittlePatriot]

I've never thought about carrying a kit in my car. Great idea! Thank you

[@Raul-wt5jx]

Thanks Dude. I literally just did my tire in a parking lot, following your instructions and it worked. So your video made a difference here lol. Thanks again

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Awesome. I am glad you found this helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@leopardrules]

Done this with success in the past, glad this chap conveyed how much effort it can require at times...! Especially if you're doing a rear wheel with a lot less room to work with.

[@Slightlyrednecked]

No kidding. Back tires are a huge pain.

[@jonabarr]

Thank you for the video. I'm teaching my girlfriend how to change a tire, and plug a tire. This was very helpful.

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Thank you for watching. I am glad you found it helpful.

[@lassenielsen4340]

teach her how to fill gasoline on as well !!!!!!!

[@bnhamilton]

Just to let you know, if your girlfriend destroys your tire in the process, it won't be an accident:)

[@pleitch30]

My man!!! Talk about getting straight to the point in making it very very easy to understand easy to follow video that really anybody can do man. What you've done here sir is you've probably saved lives from people being stranded at the side of the freeway at 2 AM, with their car jacked up with other people that shouldn't be out on the road at that hour for obvious reasons And I want to thank you for your selfless video that once again was straight to the point easy to follow and really really can help somebody in a sticky situation one thing I was wondering… and I don't expect you to respond to this but do you hear it while you're driving you know like the the thud thud thud as the tire rotates? That's it the only thing I was wondering I don't expect to reply back but man thank you for being selfless and your video was very very easy to follow straight to the point and yeah man it's not my vehicle it's my buddies that we're gonna do it on today just yeah man thanks from the bottom of my heart God-bless you sir

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Thanks for the kind comments. I have never noticed any road noise from a plug in the tire. Or any issues with the tire being out of balance either.

[@dondardanelli4]

Excellent Job, i used to do that back in the 70's when i worked in a Gas Station, nice to know nothing has changed.

[@thomasrush9885]

Thanks bud. was looking and my screw is in same location so watched your vid first. Learned everything I needed to know. Including would it last or have to then get professionally fixed. You say you have done lots. No fails, great.

[@bwkennard1]

I generally apply rubber cement to the plug to insert the plug easily and a better seal.

[@Slightlyrednecked]

That is a good suggestion.

[@DeltaRoots]

Had the exact same spot the tire shop said they couldn't repair it. For liability reason. It was in the same spot in the middle of the outter edge. Well Your video was extremely helpful Im replacing it today. I learn something new. Thank you

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Thank you for watching. I am glad you found the video helpful.

[@18magicMARKer]

I mean you're taking a risk, that spot is in the no go area...its where the belts are at and drilling through that will cause some belts to rip and thus making the tire weaker.

[@johnmcafee6140]

I carry a plug kit and a tube of rubber cement. The rubber cement really makes it easier to insert the plug.

[@sporeaf8019]

Good to know. The quality of the repair set is very important. I have done a repair on a tire 3 years ago and it was vert simple, a 5 minutes job. I did another repair today (after I got another one done a month ago at a tires shop for 10 euros, it wasn't good done, so I got there again and they have put another rubber stick for free, wich is cool) and I struggled for over an hour to get it done and I didn't even did it good because I couldn't get the nail with the rubber deep enough all because I broke the T nail that pushes the rubber in the tiere. I can't tell you what to do, but next time I'll go to a tires shop to get it done. In my are, one of this work is 10 euros or less. Considering the price for the repair tool, wich in my area is 3 euros, plus the gamble between you doing the job good and in no time, and you struggling to get it done, breaking the T nail or else when you will have to call to the tirea shop to get it done.

[@latishiabedwards1423]

Thank you. You're knowledge and sharing it with the world is appeciated.

[@noslack1964]

I've been plugging tires for over 40 years easily. I only do plugs when a patching place isn't easy to get to. I can honestly say that within thos 40 years, I have had less than 3 tires to start to leak air from the same spot. I chalk that up to doing a shoddy job. Mostly because I was in big hurry to do it properly

[@Slightlyrednecked]

I don't think I have ever had a plug fail myself.

[@smtz1966]

Very helpful video! I had a rod in my tire today. The plug cost me $15.00 at tire shop. I will definitely buy one of those kits and keep in my car.

[@jimmierasmussen9298]

You are very clear explanations and you looks very honest. Thankyou

[@Ruffbone85]

One of the most important things to keep in all your vehicles is an air compressor that can be plugged into your car's power outlet!!!

[@TONE60643]

Jump box.Jumper air light and phone charger in one

[@edsaurette8741]

My mechanic leaves the exces on but lites it til it melts smooth! Melted rubber seals good.🙏

[@518valenciabuildingmanager8]

With a regular ol lighter?

[@BELLA23384]

I just paid $10 to have a tire plugged yesterday. I have a shoulder injury& and there's no way I could do that. Great easy video.

[@Ash-cy7yw]

Thank you ! Great video presentation, demonstration and instruction.

[@soonerscooter3249]

Works better and easier if you have the glue! It helps the plug to go into the tire and makes a better seal too

[@newfie-dean5803]

It don’t make a better seal. It’s for lubrication only and you’ll actually have a better plug not using it.

[@sunyoppark1716]

Car repair shops in South Korea use these leakage-fix kits. Absolutely good and flawless tires for years!

[@seanspencer7851]

Just plugged my first tire. Thanks for the guide 👍

[@jivemee]

Thank you for the video, worked perfectly, and I didn’t have to take the tire off the car!

[@jimkelley5812]

Lubriate the plug with a little bit of spit before you try to push it into the tire. Also, make sure the tire is fully inflated before trying to insert the plug. Makes it easier to push it into the tire.

[@crazybob1954mo]

Uhh, I Prefer to use tire cement...Instead of SPIT... 🙄 😵‍💫 🤔 It is slicker and ensures the plug seals well and stays in Place.... 😜

[@errorsofmodernism7331]

or lubricate with some dog shit

[@Gelanthibern]

One thing you should tell people, in some states it is against the law for any shop to plug a sidewall, that's why we use different it yourself plugs. By the way, buy an extra tube of glue. Helps sliding plug into tire much easier and the extra glue is more preventive.

[@sulutkin]

Thank you so much from Finland, finally I see how this is meant to fix properly and to make it last and hold the air pressure hopefully for the rest of time of that tire,

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Thank you for watching. I am glad you found it helpful.

[@800iq2]

Great video. Will buy one of those kits now. Thanks for sharing this info

[@brianbranson5829]

Thank you for making this video seem so simple...now I just have to convince my girlfriend to allow me to work on her car.

[@Slightlyrednecked]

lol. Good luck.

[@JustinMacri007]

@@Slightlyrednecked to bad tires chat hurt fix themselves

[@lucknerpredestin4859]

appreciate the help we back on the road ! 🙏

[@Mike_5]

Perfect explanation to easily keep your vehicle on the road

[@nathanieljacob9165]

Great job thanks

[@LL-fb8wz]

Not gonna lie. I about broken my hand and had a stroke straining to push the plug into the tire.

[@larrymiller2733]

Buy a $2 tube of rubber cement, helps lube the plug on the way in.

[@michaelturner7641]

I subscribe to your channel because of this video Very simple to the point. I already know how to plug a tire I keep a kit in my car as well. i'm just tired of people telling me I gotta go out and buy a $200 tire because I have a hole in my tire. 90% of the time that's BS.

[@karinabooker3907]

Thank you for teaching me something new. I will be buying a kit tonight and doing this myself tomorrow

[@9feetfrog]

How you go? Did it work?

[@vigensarkisian9604]

Plugs works better if special rubber glue is applied before inserting in the tyre

[@leegraves101]

I put glue on the reamer and work it into the hole

[@Thegaoat]

Another tip is to add rubber cement to the plug it helps it slide in easier and plug the tire better. The cement usually comes with the kit.

[@warrenhoffman653]

I know. I’m surprised he didn’t do that.

[@SiXiam]

@@warrenhoffman653 Depends on the kit. One I bought didn't come with cement and it wasn't listed in the instruction steps.

[@Thegaoat]

@@SiXiam This is true however that's the tip I'm suggesting. At the moment you buy the plug you can usually buy a tube of rubber cement at the same place.

[@brian_youtube]

Nice video, shows the process and steps well. One thing I think is critical that was not there is a disclaimer that you should only plug the crown area of a tire. With your tire, that means the inside three tread blocks. I have never had issues with plugs, but both sides of the plug or no plug debate agree that plugging there should not be done. While the plug location does not make any difference on the instruction, viewers should know it is not advised to plug there. For those commenting on the no cement or vulcanizing compound, those are self vulcanizing plugs and do not need the cement.

[@erich7662]

Excellent work brother, you saved the day for me!

[@Mopehome]

He saved my day too.

[@chardtomp]

Those kits usually come with a lubricant/sealant now so it's easier to get the plug in.

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Yes they do. And it does make it easier.

[@cromanxx1]

Very helpful. Like to suggest carrying a portable tire inflator. Especially on long trips. Thanks for posting.

[@daviddelgado3173]

Came in clutch today!!! You rock!

[@crustythewanksock2413]

I would never have thought of this. Nice one!

[@dimitriberozny3729]

Did these several times!! Works great!!

[@SERGIOCHAVEZ1980]

@slightly rednecked, one question, is it safe to use a plug like that at high speeds? I use to go on road trips and drive more than 90mph!

[@semajniffirg230]

ive seen people use them on motorcycle tires without an issue

[@allesiofondressi2602]

Thank you! Gonna do this to my tire, soo easy! Many thanks.

[@rookiebird9382]

Thanks man! You just saved my hundreds of bucks.

[@rondamon8004]

I used contact cement together with the plug...I think works betterr cause it seals stronger in my opinion...Great video by the way...!!!!

[@michaelinhouston9086]

The kit I have has contact cement in it.

[@Tahsin_Hussain]

Is this a Permanent Fix? How long it holds the leak tillmit fail again?

[@alfredrrumbullaku5683]

Thank you very much for sharing this good way how to fix your tire when is leak caused from nail

[@WTFF_01]

Easy and well-explained, thanks body!

[@NoToPCBS]

Tried this and it did not work. However the rubberised screws seem to work. I also used some gorilla glue on the screw.

[@tamarahrose5358]

Happy I don’t have to get a new tire. Thanks

[@carlosferdinand9047]

yes

[@forhisglory700]

Thanks. Just received the exact kit via Amazon.

[@TheDlj60]

Very clear and thorough. Thank you.

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Thank you, I am glad you found the video helpful.

[@bbruuse]

I just cut up rubber from a bike tube added cement glue fixed back combine tire which had huge hole...

[@luisestevez4854]

Does the plug tool has a cutting edge at the upper part of the plug hole? How come when pulling the plug tool the plug doesn't come out with it the same way you pushed it in with? Just a silly question. Good job!

[@sajjadalikhan7860]

there is a slot in inserting tool, which leaves sticky plug in the hole. you have to give a fast heavy tug when pulling the inserting tool out, otherwise if you do slow light pull ther is a risk you will pull the sticky plug out

[@gofio123456]

Well explained and straight to the point thank you sir !

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Thank you for watching. I am glad you found it helpful.

[@groundprepper4946]

They (plugs) have saved me a couple time ....especially when your out in the middle of nowhere..... Thanks Bro... Good ta have a inflator wit ya too :)

[@Slightlyrednecked]

a decent portable compressor is a invaluable as well. Great suggestion and thanks for watching.

[@honestcommenterseany441]

I’ve always just used little red plastic screw things that you can buy. Just screw them in and Job done. No need to take the tyre off no glue lasts until tyre needs changing. That looks like to much hard work.

[@hossamalex9908]

Rumor has it that if you use this puncture kit the tyre is more susceptible to explode because you’ve tampered with the steeling inside the tyre. They say Patches are more preferable. I wouldn’t want to believe this theory, but I want your insight as well

[@pumpkin9916]

Yes patches are fantastic as well, but they should only be used if the leak is coming from the center of the tires tread. If its near the sidewall/towards the outside of the tire, as seen in the video, you cant patch it. Plug is great there 👍

[@dragontile]

Thanks, just had to do this, your video was on point

[@Skeptic236]

Thank you for that most informative video. On other videos they run a line of contact adhesive along the plug before inserting, do you think this is necessary or over engineering the fix?

[@jo-annehynes1540]

Don't even have to bother snipping off the end of that plug the road will do it smooth it right out.

[@48jimowens]

You forgot the rubber cement.

[@oldsalt8011]

I noticed that too. acts as a lubricant too.

[@mikesmith8187]

I always thought this was a gimmick, but I think I will invest in a pack of these.

[@JR-xj2vr]

Be sure you track the path of the nail when taking it out. If the nail punctured the tire on an angle, make sure you fix on an angle as well. Don’t assume the nail punctured the tire straight in.

[@mickkremm1904]

Dead On , JR. Many times a guy rolls in a flat wheel that he has changed , then presents me with a crooked nail, " and this is what caused the puncture" he says proudly. After finding tho hole, it's forensic science to find the path of the nail. The guy in the video should have used cement to lubricate the insertion and further insure sealing

[@mrdeathclaw66]

I've repaired my tire today, making sure i did everything right. He should have added some air to the tire first, and i think he forgot to put cement on the sealant before inserting it

[@terrytytula]

Not all the kits require rubber cement on the plug cord, mine does and I find it helps lubricate the cord for easier insertion.

[@gilbertosanchez8140]

It worked on my bike, nice vid,keep up the good work!!

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Awesome. I am glad to hear that.

[@kamilebrahimoff3589]

Thank you, great video. I have plugged a tire with same tool as shown in the video.

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Awesome. I am glad you found this video helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@stevenleister1256]

TOO DO IT RIGHT PUT CEMENT ON PLUG BEFORE INSERTING SEALS BETTER AND PLUG GOES IN EASIER

[@neiltron9294]

Thank you for the instructions.

[@oscarthegreat9802]

Well done, thanks for the video 🙏

[@hughwynn6193]

You should have applied the cement on the tyre. Also manufacturers don't recommend patching punctures within 1 inch of the sidewall or the edge of the tread.

[@sajjadalikhan7860]

I have done five or six in last three years, tyers wore out, but puncture repair held till tyers were scraped.

[@lastcommodore9651]

This works only for small punctures in the tread.

[@mikebarrett8681]

I find if it’s too hard to push plug in I drill the hole to make it slightly larger, makes it a lot easier

[@violet.orange]

I just use a sharp cutter, easier that way

[@gangcai2876]

I use lube cement as lubricant.

[@semajniffirg230]

bad idea to use a drill bit, that will cut the cords in the tire

[@graftedbranchhomestead]

Hey this video is very helpful and i found right in time:) thanks Chris

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Great to hear!

[@yharnamiyhill787]

Thank you for this video. I have the repair kit but never had to use it. This video gives me confidence. Subscribed (Also, I got a portable air compressor that I store in the Truck. It works wonders. Hook it up to the battery posts and it'll air up a tire from 0 to 32 psi in about 4 minutes. *I recommend getting an all metal compressor because it does get hot.)

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Nice. I may have to look into picking one of those up to throw in my truck.

[@matthewyang9503]

Just lettting you know if you do have to use the tire plug kit remember which direction the nail went into the tire it will make it alot easier to run the reamer and plug

[@alexiworld]

Great video, and I like "God bless" at the end! :)

[@peytonhochwarter5149]

Thanks dad

[@marciaz31]

That's where the nail in my tire is … The tire is 2 months old ….Discount and Walmart would not repair it …. So Im going to buy this kit and give it a shot ...Thank You for the video ...

[@Slightlyrednecked]

That is strange that they wouldn't repair it. Just a word of caution though, don't put a plug in the sidewall. Only in the tread of the tire.

[@tedberg1635]

@@Slightlyrednecked Shops will not plug the inside and outside 1 inch of the tire. too much flex in that area. Also because the steel belts don't reach all the way to the edge.

[@mohammadahsan7959]

Beautiful video god bless you

[@tomsut123]

HI, VERY GOOD VIDEO, I HAVE BEEN DOING IT THE SAME WAY FOR YEARS BUT LET ME ASK YOU THIS, FIRST IS IT NOT NECESSARY TO PUT GLUE ON THE NEW PLUG BEFORE SENDING IT IN THE HOLE? ALSO AND VERY IMPORTANT, I WAS TOLD YOU HAVE TO PULL THE NEW PLUG OUT (QUICKLY), IS THAT NOT NECESSARY EITHER??? THANK YOU, TOM

[@MrMentalSoul]

Stop screaming

[@norisboren5402]

I don't recommend standing, kneeling or working on vehicle or tyre (tire) while highway traffic is driving near you. I could drive into a parking lot to do something or call for tyre change person/toe truck. Hope helps

[@Andy-im3kj]

I would help to pump up your tire just enough to get you off to an exit and into a gas station or another safe location off the highway.

[@TheHuskyGT]

It's a good solution in case you don't want to change your tire or if it's not possible at that moment. I keep one in my trunk just in case. However, if you can make it to the tire shop to get it patched, it's probably better and safer in the long run. Patches are usually no more than $20. Some shops won't even charge you.

[@slavsh]

Thanks a lot! It was really helpful!

[@Slightlyrednecked]

Glad it helped!

[@Zgzoomer44]

You rock!

[@aky19832001]

Just a tidbit, the PROPER protocol to repairing a nail is to use the plug and patch according to the manufacturers spec. I had a nail and the dealer once told me oh, Toyota says to use the plug, that's the standard. I said, oh really, is that what Toyota say's cause Toyota says to refer to the manufacturer specs for tire repair and the tire repair. On my Bidgestones, it says, to plug first, trim it out, then Patch. Most won't do that due to laziness.