Solar Turbocharged July 4, 2011 Share July 4, 2011 (edited) Was at Autobac last weekend, saw this thing that is supposed to fill up tyres with some compound if there has been a puncture, and can continue driving until u can find a replacement. Any comment if sure it works? And on the shelf, the maximum is up to 17" rim... (knn.. shouldn't have upsized) Anyone knows if 2 cans can be used instead, or a place that sells for 18"? Edited July 4, 2011 by Solar ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Good-Carbuyer 1st Gear July 4, 2011 Share July 4, 2011 Was at Autobac last weekend, saw this thing that is supposed to fill up tyres with some compound if there has been a puncture, and can continue driving until u can find a replacement. Any comment if sure it works? And on the shelf, the maximum is up to 17" rim... (knn.. shouldn't have upsized) Anyone knows if 2 cans can be used instead, or a place that sells for 18"? Puzzled:- No mention if need to remove inflation valve to apply such fill up No mention if need to inflate tyre after applying such fill up No mention if DIY skill needed for such protocol I believe your guess is as good as ours Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hermit 1st Gear July 4, 2011 Share July 4, 2011 I heard - your tire cannot be patched once you use this quick fix. So it's 2 x bottles (maybe) + a new tire, just for a puncture. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1fast1 Supersonic July 4, 2011 Share July 4, 2011 (edited) Was at Autobac last weekend, saw this thing that is supposed to fill up tyres with some compound if there has been a puncture, and can continue driving until u can find a replacement. Any comment if sure it works? And on the shelf, the maximum is up to 17" rim... (knn.. shouldn't have upsized) Anyone knows if 2 cans can be used instead, or a place that sells for 18"? I've used it before. It's called Fix-A-Flat. It's damn easy to use, just plug it into your valve stem, press the trigger, and it sorts itself out. You just need one can, but I'm not sure about your upsized rims. At any rate, you're only doing some "emergency care", and you should still go asap at a low speed (max 80 km/hr, though I wouldn't take it over 70 km/hr) to a petrol station to get the tyre patched or replaced. It's a myth that Fix-A-Flat makes it impossible to patch tyres. Shouldn't be a problem. But don't patch if you have a sidewall puncture - it would make the tyre dangerous to drive on. Only patch tread area damage. And if you're a chiongster and intend to go fast on that tyre, don't patch at all, just replace it. Edited July 4, 2011 by Turboflat4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Focus111 Neutral Newbie July 4, 2011 Share July 4, 2011 Attach the can to the valve cap & press. Tyres will automatically inflate. Good if you have a tyre puncture at expressway as it is veri dangerous to change tyres there. I can't remember whether the tyre mechanics can mend the puncture after that because the content inside the can will leave a white rubbery substance on the inner tube of the tyre & seal out the puncture. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solar Turbocharged July 4, 2011 Author Share July 4, 2011 Puzzled:- No mention if need to remove inflation valve to apply such fill up No mention if need to inflate tyre after applying such fill up No mention if DIY skill needed for such protocol I believe your guess is as good as ours should have been clearer... i was actually asking those who used it before... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solar Turbocharged July 4, 2011 Author Share July 4, 2011 yes, thought this is a good idea if i encounter a puncture where it is not convenient to change tyres.. or even on NSHW. i wouldn't wanna sweat it out too long in the open for obvious reasons actually i thought perhaps 2 cans may do the trick.. but on second thoughts, the pressure may not be strong enough to fully inflate 18" if the max it can go is up to 17". my last puncture experience is somewhere in the evening on my way from office... luckily autobac opened late.. managed to get my tyres changed.. kenna chop carrot though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1fast1 Supersonic July 4, 2011 Share July 4, 2011 (edited) yes, thought this is a good idea if i encounter a puncture where it is not convenient to change tyres.. or even on NSHW. i wouldn't wanna sweat it out too long in the open for obvious reasons actually i thought perhaps 2 cans may do the trick.. but on second thoughts, the pressure may not be strong enough to fully inflate 18" if the max it can go is up to 17". my last puncture experience is somewhere in the evening on my way from office... luckily autobac opened late.. managed to get my tyres changed.. kenna chop carrot though. If it's the tyre pressure (after Fix-A-Flat) you're worried about, you could bring a compressor along. Just connect to your cig lighter socket, and you can inflate at the roadside. Quite fast. But frankly, I think it's unnecessary. Just Fix-A-Flat and limp to the nearest R&R and get the tyre patched/replaced and reinflated. Alternatively, if you're an AA member, you could call AAM for a fix, but I seriously wouldn't do this if up North (plus they might laugh at you for not being able to fix or change a tyre). Edited July 4, 2011 by Turboflat4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Good-Carbuyer 1st Gear July 4, 2011 Share July 4, 2011 I've used it before. It's called Fix-A-Flat. It's damn easy to use, just plug it into your valve stem, press the trigger, and it sorts itself out. You just need one can, but I'm not sure about your upsized rims. At any rate, you're only doing some "emergency care", and you should still go asap at a low speed (max 80 km/hr, though I wouldn't take it over 70 km/hr) to a petrol station to get the tyre patched or replaced. It's a myth that Fix-A-Flat makes it impossible to patch tyres. Shouldn't be a problem. But don't patch if you have a sidewall puncture - it would make the tyre dangerous to drive on. Only patch tread area damage. And if you're a chiongster and intend to go fast on that tyre, don't patch at all, just replace it. In Singapore, you can drive with a flat tyre if you are aware of the protocol. Outstation: example: Malaysia, you may not know where is the nearest tyre shop (not all petrol station got Tyre Mechanic). So carry spare tyre (short distance can drive with flat tyre if you know how). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Good-Carbuyer 1st Gear July 4, 2011 Share July 4, 2011 Attach the can to the valve cap & press. Tyres will automatically inflate. Good if you have a tyre puncture at expressway as it is veri dangerous to change tyres there. I can't remember whether the tyre mechanics can mend the puncture after that because the content inside the can will leave a white rubbery substance on the inner tube of the tyre & seal out the puncture. Years back, I was given another type with instruction:- Remove inflation valve to dispense content into the punctured tyre. Re-install the inflation valve. Inflate tyre to required air pressure with foot-pump, hand-pump. Drive as normal with puncture to nearest tyre shop for replacement tyre. When I see that bottle, I just laugh. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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