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Old Nov 27, 2010 | 12:26 PM
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Anyone ever used those flat tire repair aerosol cans? Did it work?
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Old Nov 27, 2010 | 12:29 PM
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in school we were told to never use any of those because they were a mess to clean up when changing tires and also would cause imbalance issues.
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Old Nov 27, 2010 | 12:41 PM
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Most places won't fix the tire after you use one of those.
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Old Nov 27, 2010 | 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Spec R
in school we were told to never use any of those because they were a mess to clean up when changing tires and also would cause imbalance issues.

This is truth. Don't use it if you even think about repairing and re-using the tire. Your safest bet is to get a plug kit and use it as a temp solution until you can get a patch.
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Old Nov 27, 2010 | 03:31 PM
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used it. works fine, just have to drive it after so it goes on evenly. i used to have a leaky tire but not holes and it saved it :X i don't give a shit what the tire changer thinks. no offense, the guys that used to change em never complained.
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Old Nov 27, 2010 | 05:37 PM
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Used as only a temp fix to get a new tire that same say. About 10 miles. It worked fine and the tire place didn't bitch. Idk how long I would trust/rate that stuff at.
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Old Nov 27, 2010 | 06:07 PM
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you guys have common sense. dont forget about the clueless car people out there. imagine someone not realizing this was a temp fix and kept on re-using the cans on the same tire..over and over and over
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Old Nov 27, 2010 | 06:38 PM
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I need this as a temp fix. All the garages are closed tomorrow so it would be till Monday pm after work. I would put the spare on but I don't have access to the tire cause it's on the curbs side
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Old Nov 27, 2010 | 06:56 PM
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^and these people Spec R shouldn't be allowed to drive. As ignorant as it may sound I guess, I think there should be a knowledge/stupidity test administered of basic car shit as part of getting/retaining a license. Also this test should be administered every 2-3 years.

Too many people that neglect their autos put others in danger. I know a number of people that don't know how to change oil/tires, nevertheless other needed maintenance. A small chance of injury due to auto neglect, but..

An idea that wil never happen, but its my "bitch" for the while.
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Old Nov 28, 2010 | 08:05 AM
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Welp i dont really have a choice on this one... Ill try it and hope the tire holds till tomorrow evening. I only drive like 20 km a day anyway.
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