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lliillililillillill on 17/08/2017 - 00:39 ebay.com.au (811 clicks)
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I've got a flat tire today. I went to car repair shop and saw mechanical fixed it just 5 mins. I wasted my time almost 1 hr to changed a flat tire with the spare tire.

Package Include:
1 x T-handle Spiral Probe Tool;
1 x T-handle Insertion Tool ( Piercing and insertion needle);
10 x 6"(100mm)Self-vulcanization Plugs (Rubber repair strips/sealers); 10 x 6"(200mm)Self-vulcanization Plugs (Rubber repair strips/sealers);
4 x Plastic Extension Valves;
4 x Standard Valve Cores;
4 x Brass Hex Valve Caps;
4 x Plastic Valve Caps;
1 x 4-Way Valve Stem Tool;
1 x Trim Knife;
1 x Double Head Tire Pressure Gauge 10-50psi;
1 x Sturdy Blow Moulded Storage Case;
1 x Radial Cord Lubricant (Rubber cement tub);

Features
1. Quick and easy to repair
2. Tubeless tyre emergency repair kit
3. Excellent tool to keep in your car with the spare wheel
4. The handles on these tools are made from durable Alloy and have a great grip
5. Suitable for passenger car, motorcyle, ATV, SUV and truck
6. Ideal for outdoor, highway vacuum tyre for emergency repairs use

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  • Jo5228 on 17/08/2017 - 00:42
    +8

    Since when does it take an hour to change a tire?

    • WatchNerd on 17/08/2017 - 07:59
      +5
      • tyre
      • Scab on 17/08/2017 - 08:36
        +4

        I feel really tyred.

    • whucenoath on 17/08/2017 - 08:03

      Same time when it took 6 for the lightbulb.

    • Ozbargainite on 17/08/2017 - 08:06
      +4

      8hrs and I am no longer tired.

  • spy on 17/08/2017 - 00:48

    I got the Aldi one, does the job.

    • WatchNerd on 17/08/2017 - 08:13
      +4

      Was it a refurbished tyre repair kit?

  • High on 17/08/2017 - 00:54
    +3

    It doesn't include a pump, so it would be best that you change to a spare tyre anyway if your tyre is flat..

  • d1s34s3d on 17/08/2017 - 01:02
    +9

    As per RACQ

    Tyre repairs

    Punctures in tubeless tyres must only be repaired by fitting a vulcanized plug or patch from the inside of the tyre. In all cases the tyre must be removed from the rim to check for internal damage. Plugs that are fitted from the outside do not provide a permanent repair. Tyre repairs are only allowed in the tread area and are best performed by a reputable tyre dealer.

    These kits are good for emergency fix situations only until you can get them repaired properly. Please don't use them in lieu of a proper repair.
    I hope your mechanic did the job properly and you're not driving around with a potential problem.

    • Jackson on 17/08/2017 - 08:54
      +3

      Have been using these for years with no dramas, if the RACV thinks there's an issue with fitting a plug in from the outside if the tyre they have either never done it, are idiots, or both. Fitting it from the indside or outside shouldn't matter, worst case scenario is it is as bad as it was before which usually means a slow leak

      • jdr on 17/08/2017 - 09:07
        -2

        But how do you check the internal tyre area for damage?

        • Jackson on 17/08/2017 - 22:57

          You don't, just like you don't check that the sky has fallen before you go outside :)

        • jdr on 18/08/2017 - 13:31

          @Jackson:

          Then that sounds like an unnecessary risk to the occupants of that car and other road users.

      • d1s34s3d on 17/08/2017 - 10:38

        It's not that they have a problem. It's about legalities. Not sure about all states but it is illegal to use these as a permanent fix in QLD. One of the things I learned when working for a mechanic back in the 90's.

        • Jackson on 17/08/2017 - 23:04

          It's not that they have a problem. It's about legalities

          For me, I have a problem with people telling me that it's illegal but never bothering to tell me why, especially when I feel like there's no real world evidence to say that it's an issue, and doubly so when someone who's telling me stands to profit from it.

        • d1s34s3d on 17/08/2017 - 23:52

          @Jackson: The reason they were made illegal is that without an internal inspection of the tyre, the full extent of the damage and tyres actual integrity cannot be ascertained. Additionally, there has been issues with the tyre plugs becoming unstuck and causing the vehicles tyre to rapidly deflate. Generally caused by the plug being applied incorrectly. Such scenarios would be problematic and potentially dangerous when the vehicle is driven at either high speeds and/or by a person unaware of how to handle such a situation correctly.
          While you may be competent at both applying the plug and what to do if it were to fail, the laws are in place to stop those who aren't competent from putting themselves and others at risk.

        • Jackson on 18/08/2017 - 00:10

          @d1s34s3d: i appreciate your detailed explanation, but there's still a lot of gaps here. I have never used such a plug to repair a tyre that I would define as rapidly deflating. A rapid deflation to me would be a full deflation in the space of a few seconds. Slower than that and you would notice a difference over time and the car would be unlikely to do anything erratic. Furthermore if the tyre is on the back, not much happens with a deflation (as opposed to a blow out on the front). And again, if the tyre only has a slow deflation, and the plug holds the air in, it's not going to blow out if the plug fails. Tyres are steel belted, I haven't even heard of a steel belted radial blowing out because of damage in the tread ever, even when I have run tyres to the metal. I have even used retreads and even on retreads where the whole treads have been known to fly off at times old tyres stay intact unless they have sidewall issues, which these plugs won't fix. Tyres are bloody strong items, they are made to take some serious pressures. I have even had tyres that had slow leaks from holes and just pumped them once a week and even those have never had issues.

        • d1s34s3d on 18/08/2017 - 11:14
          +1

          @Jackson: That's your scenario. As I said, you may know how to use the plug. Some don't buy would still Gove it a go. Laws are for the general population. Never said they'd blow out.

        • jdr on 18/08/2017 - 13:34

          @d1s34s3d:

          "Laws are for the general population."

          Yes, that's the main reason.

      • m9 on 17/08/2017 - 12:08
        +2

        Fitting it from the outside might mean using a mushroom type vulcanized rubber plug, and fitting it on the inside might mean doing a proper patch. The string type plugs do work, mine lasted more than a year before it started leaking and I got a proper patch done afterwards. Would not hesitate to use string plugs as a temporary solution.

  • Maverick-au on 17/08/2017 - 04:46
    -1

    As if we didn't have enough of an issue with idiots driving around on bald, Chinese made and/or under inflated tyres…..

    Now we'll have idiots driving around on one or more of the above and a poorly repaired tyre that is just waiting to fail.

    This isn't a money saver and I don't care about the person who uses this but the innocent people that are put at risk by such idiocracy.

    • DarwinBoy on 17/08/2017 - 09:08
      +1

      These are essential kit if you do any sort of 4wding. I keep one right near my jack.

      My other car doesnt have a spare so a kit like this will hopefully never be needed.

  • [Deactivated] on 17/08/2017 - 04:47
    +10

    In over 20 years of driving I have spent a grand total of $40 having two punctures professionally inspected and repaired.

    I can't even begin to fathom the economics or the safety trade off whatsoever.

    But maybe I'm missing the point, is this perhaps supposed to be for on the road temporary repairs instead of a spare tyre?

  • useruser on 17/08/2017 - 05:26
    +1

    This isn't a bargain but they do come in handy. I've fixed my motorbike tyre with one of these and check it regularly, no issues. They're not meant for racing with and ideally you'd be best to swap out for a professionally fitted plug ir a new tyre but if it gets you on your way then it's a good cheap backup to have.

    • StingyBritches on 17/08/2017 - 12:24

      Yep. Essential piece of kit for motorcycles.

      I've managed to get three other motorcyclists back on the road from punctures in the last three years. Hoping I never need to use the kit on MY motorcycle, but the piece of mind of having a kit on the off-chance of a puncture out the back of nowhere is priceless.
      BTW: Each of those three riders got to where they could get a professional to take their tyre off to inspect then repair/replace. Most riders don't want to take the risk of continuing to use a temporary repair.

    • ichatting on 28/09/2017 - 21:39

      Plug and repair the the puncture ok, how do you inflate the tyre when you're on a motorcycle, this kit has no compressed air cylinder or a pump so how do you get up and operational?

      • useruser on 29/09/2017 - 10:23
        +1

        Obviously that's something else you need to take care of. As you said, you can use a single use compressed air cylinder but what I really like and now keep permanently as part of my kit is the MotoPressor Pocket Tyre Pump. Google it or search eBay, cheap and works well.

  • Scab on 17/08/2017 - 06:23
    +4

    I went to car repair shop and saw mechanical fixed it just 5 mins.

    If he used one of those plugs then I suggest you find another mechanic.

  • RockyRaccoon on 17/08/2017 - 06:33

    I've got a flat tire today. I went to car repair shop and saw mechanical fixed it just 5 mins. I wasted my time almost 1 hr to changed a flat tire with the spare tire.

    I am sure you would have wasted even more time with this kit!!!

    1. I bet 100 to 1 that your "mechanical" didn't fix this on your car.
    2. After it (being PC here) removed the tyre like you did, It then had to dunk this in a bath of water to find the leak. Hmm I wonder where on the roadside you'd find one of these
    3. If you could then you would have to find time to inflate the tyre (and with what bargain device)
    4. After that you would have again had to put the wheel back on, with hand tools vs the "mechanicals" power tools

    So the real waste of time and money was to find this and buy it

  • jeremism on 17/08/2017 - 06:52
    +1

    I also believe in getting a professional to do a permanent repair, however, I have a diy repair kit and electronic tyre pump in my car.

    The reason I have it is because my car does not have a spare tyre or spacesaver kit. Instead it came with runflat tyres which have foam inside to allow you to keep driving in the event of a flat, however I replaced those with better performing tyres that were non runflats. In the event of a puncture while I'm away from civilisation, this kit (along with roadside assist) is my way home. I might have to discard the tyre after, but at least I won't be stranded.

  • mkhannah on 17/08/2017 - 07:39
    +3

    Never had a problem with plugs in 30 years, maybe I'm lucky.

    Some years ago we built a new house in a new estate, we were amongst the first to move in. With tradies everywhere over the next two years at one stage either myself or a family member were copping a nail or screw in a tyre at least once a month. I needed a kit or I would have needed a second job paying for tyres/tyre repairs.

    Worked at a garage for 5 years in the 90's and we plugged tyres all the time, I honestly say we never had a complaint or issue in that time. Now I'm not saying it's right or wrong, just my experience. Still use them.

    • Jackson on 17/08/2017 - 09:31
      +2

      This is similar to my experience. I think all the people co. Plaining about this type of tyre repair have no experience with it, it's perfectly fine.

    • [Deactivated] on 17/08/2017 - 09:59
      +1

      You obviously know what you're doing - that's the big difference.

      Someone wanting to DIY for $17 because $20 is too expensive and 30 min is too long…. watch out.

  • doctordv8 on 17/08/2017 - 08:40
    +4

    Just so you know, these repairs are highly illegal in Australia on road going and registered vehicles, as per my last recall of RWC & Tyre Repair Training.
    Unregistered - private road and farm use vehicles/applications are etc - fine, but against all RWC and Statuary Tyre related Standards/Laws for Public Road use.

    They were and still are a very effective repair, BUT the rules stated: ….a visual inspection must be made inside the tyre for size and amount or internal damage as well as location, depth, angle… etc etc, it goes on. As this can not be done with this plug while NOT removing the tyre(even in an emergency), they have been sidelined.

    Even going to all the trouble to remove and inspect the tyre, using common sense and economics would repair it correctly with an approved epoxy patch(or approved vulcanizing methods - particularly for larger tyres).

    Up until head office gave us the directive and banned their use in 2006 I think it was, we used them but with caution as we lost money on a potential tyre sale if we looked inside to find it would not be worthy of repair. I do not recall a failure of the plug itself, but then again how many (especially travelers)tyres failed after at some stage and we never knew about all because of this repair, we will never know.

    I still think they were a great concept but with todays critical tyre stresses, low profiles and designs not being so forgiving, I now carry a spare in the boot.

    I would not want to be loosing a loved one or taking a life due to a cheap repair, let alone the money tight ones where the Insurance claim was knocked back because of a poorly repaired tyre puncture. Something to think about.

    • Scab on 17/08/2017 - 08:57
      +1

      highly illegal in Australia

      What makes you say that?

      • jdr on 17/08/2017 - 09:17
        +1

        "What makes you say that?"

        Probably this ——> "…..as per my last recall of RWC & Tyre Repair Training"

        • Scab on 17/08/2017 - 09:29
          +2

          How does that make it illegal, and I can find no mention of legality on any website?

        • jdr on 17/08/2017 - 09:32

          @Scab:
          "How does that make it illegal.."
          Don't know, I was just making reference to his reason for saying this. Doctordv8 still needs to reply to back that up.

        • jeremism on 17/08/2017 - 09:57
          +1

          From the RACQ website, part of which matches doctordv8's statement about visual inspection of the inside:

          "Punctures in tubeless tyres must only be repaired by fitting a vulcanized plug or patch from the inside of the tyre. In all cases the tyre must be removed from the rim to check for internal damage. Plugs that are fitted from the outside do not provide a permanent repair. Tyre repairs are only allowed in the tread area and are best performed by a reputable tyre dealer."

          Note the part "Plugs that are fitted from the outside do not provide a permanent repair". So external plug "repairs" may be illegal in terms of RWC and permanent repair, but not necessarily illegal in an emergency.

          Also, from VicRoads (tyre repair & maintenance guidelines which appear to not have changed since 2000):
          "Repairs of punctures in tubeless tyres by insertion of plugs… without removing the tyre from the rim is not a satisfactory procedure. This method is acceptable only as an emergency repair in exceptional circumstances to enable the vehicle to be driven to a service centre…"

          TL;DR: Ok as an emergency fix, but don't be cheap after the event, get it professionally repaired/replaced.

        • doctordv8 on 17/08/2017 - 10:21
          +1

          @jeremism: Thank you for this response, you obviously know how to search and find the answers saving me having to 'back it up" for Scab and others that may question it. Cheers.

        • Scab on 17/08/2017 - 10:38

          @doctordv8:

          saving me having to 'back it up" for Scab

          But they aren't illegal, I simply asked for why you said they were "highly illegal in Australia".

        • Scab on 17/08/2017 - 10:41

          @jeremism:

          which matches doctordv8's statement about visual inspection of the inside

          Nobody was debating stripping the tyre, inspecting and fixing it properly, the issue was the bold statement that they are "highly illegal", which is not the case.

        • jeremism on 17/08/2017 - 11:42

          @Scab:

          The fact that it's not illegal for us as consumers was my point as well - "TL;DR: Ok as an emergency fix"

        • jeremism on 17/08/2017 - 11:44

          @doctordv8: I was actually pointing out that it's not "highly illegal" for us to use them.

        • jdr on 17/08/2017 - 13:47
          +1

          @jeremism:

          "I was actually pointing out that it's not "highly illegal" for us to use them."

          I didn't read your comments that way, but I now understand that nothing has been quoted to indicate that this practice is illegal. Should be though if used as more that emergency temp fix, inspection of the internal tyre is very important.

        • jeremism on 17/08/2017 - 13:52

          @jdr: Yeah, agree completely on it being a temp fix only.

          I had been digging deeper to try understand if it was in fact illegal since I carry a set, and thought I'd post the relevant research. I guess my message got lost in all of the detail - wasn't looking to fire anything up.

        • d1s34s3d on 17/08/2017 - 17:52

          @Scab: I can confirm they are illegal. While working at a mechanics it was pointed out clearly that they are.
          As the general vehicle inspection won't notice them, there is little risk of being fined. If you have an accident and your insurer notices it, your claim will be denied as your car was not kept in a roadworthy condition according to the law. Regardless of what the cause of the accident was.

          Look for the vsi16 pdf from Vic roads. It outlines it there.

        • jeremism on 17/08/2017 - 19:46

          @d1s34s3d:

          Not illegal under certain circumstances. From the document u mentioned, regarding external plug repairs:

          "This method is acceptable only as an emergency repair in exceptional circumstances to enable the vehicle to be driven to a service centre"

        • d1s34s3d on 17/08/2017 - 19:57

          @jeremism: exactly. Exceptional circumstances. General use and as a permanent fix it is illegal. That is what I was referring to with legalities as OP stated their mechanic used it to fix their tyre.
          Such exceptional circumstances would consist of having 2 flat tyres on your car and only being able to replace one with the legally required spare in the car.
          Or another scenario, puncture on motorcycle tyre.

        • Scab on 18/08/2017 - 06:00

          @d1s34s3d:

          exactly. Exceptional circumstances.

          That's completely different to the broad statement that they are illegal, they are not.

        • Scab on 18/08/2017 - 06:01

          @d1s34s3d:

          If you have an accident and your insurer notices it, your claim will be denied as your car was not kept in a roadworthy condition according to the law. Regardless of what the cause of the accident was.

          Again this is just conjecture, any links to back up your claim?

        • d1s34s3d on 18/08/2017 - 11:05

          @Scab:Ring your insurer or read the pds.

        • Scab on 18/08/2017 - 11:06

          @d1s34s3d:

          Then it should be online somewhere and easy to link?

        • d1s34s3d on 18/08/2017 - 11:08

          @Scab: wow. Really??
          Let's try a different law. Say there's an exceptional circumstance that allows you to break the law, like say medical emergency to speed. Does that mean speeding isn't illegal?

        • d1s34s3d on 18/08/2017 - 11:10

          @Scab: look for yourself. Have you got insurance? Do you recall the question of is your car in good and of a roadworthy condition?

        • Scab on 18/08/2017 - 11:13

          @d1s34s3d:

          Say there's an exceptional circumstance that allows you to break the law, like say medical emergency to speed.

          How is that a similar analogy, plugs aren't illegal?

        • d1s34s3d on 18/08/2017 - 11:15

          @Scab: alright. Keep thinking that then.

    • Jackson on 17/08/2017 - 09:34
      +1

      Do you mind if I ask who provides and pays for the tyre repair training?

      • doctordv8 on 17/08/2017 - 10:32

        Remember this was mid 2000's, we were part of Shell AutoCare(and with other brands) at that time, and prior to and up to that my NT and QLD RWC Inspectors License/Certificate & Workshop Approval process and preparation and subsequent examinations, training in Law/Rules included.

        Shell AutoCare - as in KTAS now sold tyres and we had to to have the training associated with the repair and fitment of tyres etc, training in sales/fitment/application/repair plus the Law/Rules etc etc all included, for myself and staff.

        • Jackson on 17/08/2017 - 22:49

          The main issue I see is if a company which makes money from the sale of tyres send you on a training which says that perfectly good cheap fix for tyres that I nor anyone here has ever heard of causing an issue despite what must have been thousands of fixes over many years is no longer trusted, but they stand to make money from the more expensive sive alternative fix, would be something I consider a conflict of interest.

          The lesser, or at least less sinister issue, would be the government thinking that some infinitesimally small chance of a major issue would be enough for them to just not want to deal with any problem, but from your comment I can't tell exactly, I assume Shell Autocare paid, but was the training provided by the government? Or an independent trainer? Or the business?

        • Scab on 18/08/2017 - 08:14

          @Jackson:

          When I was in the industry it was either tyre manufacturers who paid for the courses or the company I worked for.

          nor anyone here has ever heard of causing an issue

          I've seen plenty of issues with them, the average driver may not, but people in the industry do see problems with them.

          Some of the problem is also that anyone can use these things, I've seen sidewalls plugged with them or two plugs used for large punctures.

        • Jackson on 18/08/2017 - 08:29

          @Scab: have the issues ever manifested themselves in a way that you would consider dangerous when the plugs were used for their intended purpose?

        • Scab on 18/08/2017 - 08:35

          @Jackson:

          Yes, the main problem is that there can be debris that sits in the tyre and rolls around, it's like a snowball and gets bigger and bigger and eventually destroys the liner of the tyre, I've found marble-sized balls in tyres with the inside shredded.

          Or that the nail/bolt has caused internal damage that isn't visible externally.

          Also, people don't drill the hole out when using these plugs, so the belts don't always grip the plug properly or let moisture into the steel belts which can cause corrosion and separation.

          The chance of issues is small and most people won't have a problem, but when you work in the industry you do see their shortcomings.

          I'd still use them in an emergency, but never as a permanent repair.

        • doctordv8 on 18/08/2017 - 10:59

          @Jackson: The business world ie the repairers and tyres sellers etc follow a law created because this type of repair has been the cause of a tyre puncture failure, and that in turn could be the cause to loose lives.
          It has nothing to do with money, as the cost difference in materials is minimal, even if the labour cost is more. My business paid when I was in business, my company paid when I was an employee, and it was part of my Apprenticeship as well. No conspiracy theories at all.

          It only takes one faulty plugged puncture repair to kill all your family. Is that the sinister issue you refer to?

          Hence, it has nothing to do who trains who or who pays - trade training is still trade training. It is a life saving advancement in best safe repair practice, and getting back on the main issue/point, plugs are simply not allowed.

  • Ozbargainite on 17/08/2017 - 11:15
    +1

    Warnie carries a plug repair kit with him at all times. Yeah Yeah.

  • ichatting on 30/09/2017 - 08:55

    I like this one for motorcycles - has compressed air cylinders included
    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/111094744856 - CO2 Tyre Tire Inflator Puncture Tubeless Repair Kit Motorcycle Motorbike Bike

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