Tesle Model Y & Model 3 - Fixing Flat Tire w/Nail - Patching a Tire

Owning a Tesla Model Y, or a Tesla Model 3 is an enjoyable experience. Various reviews, including ones from myself will show you just how great EV ownership can be in a Tesla. While the Model Y and the Model 3 are so much alike, they are also similar in that they both have expensive tires.
We have all been there, a nail in the tire. Depending on your area, some places have all but stopped patching tires these days, and many other shops strongly suggest you replace, rather than patch, a tire. The tires on the Model Y and the Model 3 are very expensive. And because most Teslas come with an all wheel drive (AWD) system, if you replace 1 tire, you will need to replace the 2nd tire on that same axle. This doubles the cost, and for what can be fixed quite easily on your own.
Although I would also argue getting a new tire is always safer, if you want to use a patch for an emergency to get to the tire shop, I have found a reasonably inexpensive tire patch kit that has everything you need to do this easy repair on your own. The nice thing about this kit is its compact and can be taken with you everywhere without taking up much space. That way you always have it and since the Model Y and Model 3 do not come with a spare tire, this may be a good idea to bring along with you on road trips.
I ended up having a nail in the tire of our Tesla Model 3 right before a major road trip. I had already purchased this tire patch kit, so I was already prepared to get this fixed all on my own. It turned out that my Model Y also had a nail in one of its tires too. So because I have this little patch kit, I was able to get both tires patched in about 10 minutes total.
Patching a tire can be an easy thing to do and most people will be able to do it themselves. Like with all maintenance on a Tesla Model Y or Model 3, if you are not comfortable with this, you should probably seek a professional. Do know that most professionals will suggest you replace tires rather than patch though.
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[@officialyasir]

I have been plugging tires for over 20 years on many different cars and trucks I have owned. Never had a plug fail on me. Heck I have had big holes that required a double plug 😂

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Me too

[@jcj68]

Can that also be done on run flats? Nobody wants to fix them even if the nail is in the gaps like this video, so basically run flats are disposable tires, and very expensive too.

[@officialyasir]

@@jcj68 I don't think run flat tires can be plugged but I'm not 100% sure but they can be patched which is more complicated and requires removing the tire from the wheel.

[@mikeyc8139]

Well said. I've been doing it for around 30 years myself. If you do a good job with a good kit like BT, the plug will outlast the tire! I've even done it on high speed rated tires. Believe it or not, even at high speed, wheels don't rotate that fast.

[@notvaporlocked5479]

Very helpful. I have all the required stuff but have not had to use it. It’s always good to see it done before doing it yourself

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@disla25]

I'd suggest to also have a tire inflator(compressor) to bring the lost pressure back up.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Yes don’t forget a compressor

[@MarvKirsch]

Justin: While I hope to never need, this video was extremely helpful. Before my last trip to Florida I did get a kit, just in case. Thanks for posting

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Glad it helped!

[@alexandersmith3085]

Very cool and VERY helpful indeed, Mr. BTG.. My wife and I are going down to Orlando in my MYLR for her surgery and we’ll be there for a few weeks, so we’re looking forward to an enjoyable but uneventful road trip with no punctures, and of course, successful surgery, but we’ll get a kit just in case. Maybe see you around Florida!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

I’m always around!

[@goldfinger1003]

Been plugging flat tires as long as I’ve been driving. Just plugged one the other day. Never had a problem, never had one fail.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Me too

[@wadafruit]

Your video was helpful. I have a 22 MYP. Had a roofing nail stuck very close to the sidewall. I know if I took that they would make me change the whole tire. Try it out the tire plug kit but it was pretty difficult had to do some finessing with a drill and a drill bit and then I was able to get the reamer in there. Then it was okay after that but it did require a lot of muscle and I don't really have that much muscle. But it did work. Now I'm going to see how long it lasts. Thanks for your video. Berri No-ICE.

[@dannysosa7533]

Thank you. You saved me $150 from Tesla tire Mobil service.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Nice! Glad to hear that!

[@Jbiglin]

Very helpful, Thank You!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MarkStatkus]

Family member just went thru this at work. Car warned her of a 21PSI tire. By the time she got outside it was down to 18. Roadside came out and swapped her with a loaner tire. Put hers in the trunk. Came out the next morning and it was too far to the side wall so they ended up with a $420 replacement. Nice to see that scenario worked out in a reasonable time vs a flatbed tow. Out in the woods I definitely carry one of these plus a corded/cordless air compressor. This is actually one of those reasons I don’t want to tow a utility trailer when I make dump runs with my Y haha.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Yea, when its in the wrong spot, there's not much you can do unfortunately

[@darrenorange2982]

It's only 13 bucks right now 47% off. Thanks! Ordered with your link.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Haha nice. Cheap little insurance to have tucked away in the car

[@Epiha]

Helpful yes, but incomplete. I would recommend a portable and reliable air compressor. Having a plug kit is better than waiting on the side of the road for help. It will last long enough until you need to replace all the tires. On a side note, I would recommend a jack kit from Modern spare along with a jack pad in case you get a nail in the rear tires since you would need to remove the rear tires to put in a plug.

[@klscott23]

Thanks! Great video. After owning my MY for less than a month I have a nail in the tire. Telsa states that the nail is in a non repairable spot. They are full of it! I refuse to spend $425 to replace a brand new tire (only 1025 miles on the car). I’m ordering the kit immediately. I’m a DYI person.

[@EVMANVSGAS]

There will be some people who come by and say this is not safe. They will say you should always use a patch where the tire shop dismounts your tire, cleans it up with a wire wheel on the inside then rubber cements a patch from the inside for ~$30. I personally plug tires just I have have always done over more than 30 tires in my lifetime for sure, and contrary to many peoples belief, I have never had one come out or fail. Also, There is absolutely no reason to replace a tire unless the puncture is in the sidewall. If you have been scared from plugging tires from other people opinion or if you are not capable of pulling off a plug job, just go to the tire place and dole out your $30. Do not spend $300 on a new tire unless they are almost worn out already.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Ive plugged a number of tires in my day as well.

[@mostmost1]

Just had mine patched for $15.

[@jasonmangan3205]

Great video good to know that l can get this kit for my Tesla Model Y

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Glad I could help

[@n_j808]

This was great. Thanks as I didn't know how to plug a tire. 😂

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Welcome!

[@dan-dibiase]

Having just dealt with 2 nails in my MY tires, one on a road trip, I’m going to pick this up. I’m about to get a new set of tires so don’t want to have to replace them too soon!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Its a smart thing to have in your trunk all the time when on road trips.

[@dan-dibiase]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy I may keep one of my old tires to practice on!

[@TheCarGuyWV]

I drove over 5k miles with a plug in my Model Y, it held up just fine. You were lucky that it was on the front and you didn’t have to remove the tire. It’s also essential they you buy a good quality kit, the first one I had was cheap and the plug tool bent right away.

[@reynoldlambert]

I had a big hole and got it plugged, have gone to Florida and back (1K total) im over 5k with it, totally fine.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Cheers

[@elitegunslinger]

Bacon strips will last the life of the tire if you're brave enough.

[@z33317]

You are very lucky both nails were in front tires. I watched a video by Everyday Chris where he tried plugging a rear tire and it was near impossible. Also - Tesla tires have the foam inside so much different than regular tires.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Yea, the rear are harder to do without removing the tire for sure. The foam is another issue you could have.

[@craigwflys]

Been plugging tires for years and probably in the last 15 years or so when I've had a flat the tire centers always prefer to remove the tire from the rim and use a patch from the inside. Usually around $20-25.

[@dloveabout2345]

Used this technique 2 times and 1 by the wall. It's still holding up after few thousand miles.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Tried and true

[@dineshayyappan]

saved me $359 - thanks man

[@mikesamyn7054]

Just purchased the kit for my tesla road trip from San Diego to Detroit and back. Thanks for the idea. Now how do you keep your car clean on the trip. I dispise car washes and always hand wash.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

I don’t wash the car until I come back home

[@Mike-jq9jo]

How is that plug holding up over the last three months?

[@Drake21673]

Looks good...where can I buy it.

[@robluxuryvegas]

Is it still holding up 5 months later? I always get nervous plugging a tire. It stays in my mind that one day its going to go flat 😢 but $400 a tire for mine I get it.

[@mattm689]

Nice video! Way to turn lemons into lemonaide. How do you like the P7 AS3 on the Y?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

They have been really good tires so far. No complaints.

[@joegernentz]

Did you add glue to the plug? I totally support plugging my tires this way!! My kits have glue that you put on the plugs which make it easier to install!!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

No glue lol. The plugs are sticky

[@netodt]

I have to say I do recommend doing this if you don’t have another choice 😛 after you do that, you will have to buy a new tire… at least that’s what the guys at the tire shop told me. They say they can patch it for free if I ever need it, but using that method will ruin the tire thread and a patch won’t work.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

lol, jokers. I've patched tires for years with no issue.

[@christopherclaure6689]

nothing like a good ol classic plug kit for a quick fix. He's right though this kit is mandatory to keep in the car fir an emergency

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

It’s too cheap and easy to not have it with you

[@timgoldshmit103]

so lucky that the nails went into the front tires and not these on the back

[@jorgelineiro3342]

bueno el video explicativo , pero el kit no trae el pegamento para pinchaduras ...

[@RealRusty]

I had the same issue yesterday. Switched to allweather tires on one axis. 😕

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

sucks you had to do that

[@RealRusty]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy as i couldn’t do it by my own, I needed to get to the tire shop and switching two tires costs me 77 CHF. 💸💸

[@quyennguyen1444]

Can i have the link of the website please

[@doomsday9973]

Countless plugs/patches over the years never ever had an issue. I’n fact Tesla themselves do tire repairs the mobile service guys fixed my wife’s tire last week in fact. Best way of course is to have a pro do it with the tire off the rim

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Cheers

[@ansem383]

How much did they charge you ??

[@doomsday9973]

@@ansem383 it was like 115 not cheap but it was all done in my driveway

[@NRV44]

Tire problems are the most annoying ones. I have one tire with a minor cut on edge and can't repair. The only soluation is keep using or get a new tire.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Yea that’s no bueno. With cuts like that, your risk of tire explosion is higher too

[@kenwong518]

I try patching and doesn’t work with foam padding, it continue leak. The plug method works better for my model Y.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Hmm. Works on mine

[@TheZimberto]

Lucky is was front tires. Back tire, no so easy.

[@M3NTALMAGIC]

HOW LONG DOES IT LAST

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Theoretically the life of the tire. I’ve never had one fail before

[@thefish5861]

I carry everything I need to fix a flat, including removing the wheel if necessary. And I hope I never have to use any of it!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Smart

[@AutonomousShadow]

I wouldn’t really recommend someone having Tesla patch a tire. I was scheduled for a tire rotation when I noticed a nail in one of my tires. I asked them to patch it, which they did, but it cost $125 just to patch it (+$65 for the rotation). Just DYI it or go somewhere like Firestone that will do it just as well for cheap.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Yea that’s crazy

[@doomsday9973]

It is expensive, 125 is ridiculous (also what I paid) but they literally did it in my driveway (and my tire was totally flat) so for me the time savings and not having to tow was worth it. If it’s just a slow leak though def just go to any tire place 100%

[@joelm077]

I think Discount Tire plugs for free if you have one by you and don not feel comfortable doing this DIY

[@alexaelliott2598]

I bought a spare tyre and wheel for my 3. As a woman I don’t want to wait alone for service and I don’t think I have the strength to repair a tyre. Does it require much strength.

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

No it’s not terribly hard to do

[@alexaelliott2598]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy thank you. That’s reassuring

[@JetFire9]

It actually does take a lot of strength and if it’s in the rear, it’s very hard to do the work while lying on the ground. He chose front to pretend it’s always easy. Not easy in the rear.

[@beezyb11]

Damn that's a lot of work LOL

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Really? Lol that’s easy stuff

[@MelvinMyla]

Patch tire(~$30) or replace both tires (~$600) 😅 you give me no choice

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Right?!

[@TheNJ54]

People, great idea, but don't even bother, plugging is problematic! You don't have to replace this tire, it can easily be patched and will last for the foreseeable future. I would like to recommend you find a DISCOUNT or AMERICAN TIRE, depending on your location. They are Tesla-oriented and will handle your needs without any BS!

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Tire patches would be ideal, but in a pinch, these work great. I have never had one fail ever.

[@TheNJ54]

@@BeardedTeslaGuy I beg to differ, based on your video the nail was not leaking air, so you would be fine to continue driving until you find a tire shop to handle it properly. I have had people do what you are doing, then lose air and have to drive until they find a place to add air. I have experienced this both ways, and found leaving it in, not screwing with it, has yielded better results especially when the nail's diameter is so small.

[@CypressLaneVideo]

"Industry moving away from plugging" Hogwash. They just want to sell you a new tire. Don't fall for it, plugs are perfectly fine.

[@qman66]

Or can we just call you to fix our flat?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Lol

[@JetFire9]

I have started using the screw plugs on amazon. Once you start using them, you will feel stupid for using these horrible plugs. The screws are specially shaped and have a sealer already on the threads. They don’t leak. Too bad this guy didn’t have the knowledge to show you those screw plugs instead of this old and difficult to use technology.

[@s.porter8646]

I don't believe you, I'm throwing a bucket of screw in your drive way and see how it works...JK

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

haha

[@AA-yl9dx]

This is useless on Tesla tire as they have foam attached inside

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

nah, it works fine

[@4killsfreddy148]

i have a question but it's more to do with your driveway, i'm waiting for my first house to be built and there are so many driveway types with pros and cons. i'm considering pavers, live in a canadian climate, it's more expensive up front but doesn't raise your property taxes as much. why did you go with pavers?

[@BeardedTeslaGuy]

Pavers are required in my neighborhood. If you live in a cold climate, DO NOT DO PAVERS. Pavers will upheave with the freezing of the ground and become more work than they are worth. Down here in paradise, we dont have to worry about that cold stuff!