Solid advice! For several decades (yeah, I'm an old guy) I have carried a plastic container with tools a few parts and fluids for my vehicle. For example, I carry 6 quarts of engine oil, 2 gallons of full strength coolant, a bottle of brake fluid, power steering fluid with stop leak, 5 minute epoxy, an extra air filter, tire repair kit, air compressor new serpentine belt etc. Not to mention my go bag, water etc. This has saved my and others ass*s many times.
Mechanic tip putting air in that tire first is a lot easier to get that plug in. Also, mark the hole before removing it one day you will not find it and keep a pair if dykes or side cutters with you that also makes it easier to get the screw or whatever out by grasping the object close to tire and using the dyke end as leverage against the tire prying up to remove the said object. Love it always ready always prepared never complacent
agree'd, air that tire up with the screw still in it.. I go over to like 50-60 psi with everything ready to go, if you're fast you can get the plug in before your 36 psi is gone, no more pumping up
I always keep a compressor in the car. However, I plugged it in the other day to air up some tires and the power accessory/cigarette lighter in the car did not work. Turns out it was a blown fuse. With the help of UA-cam it was an easy fix! Thanks for another great video! My swimming merit badge counselor in Boy Scouts in 1966 was a retired frogman. He was the go-to dive guy in Bergen, County, New Jersey whenever they had to locate a body in the water and take it out. He was one of the most inspiring guys I met in Scouts!
Been carrying plugs and pumps since before you were born Chadd. Learned that from an old guy when I was 9 running a swamp buggy deep in the Everglades back in the day before I got into airboats. Those tools right there saved my bacon way more times then I can attest to. Got me out of the back country of Colorado several times while bow hunting for elk. Have one in every vehicle I own and in my adult kids cars as well.
Hey chad,I carry a high volume bicycle pump always in my vehicle because I'm a avid mtb rider and it is way faster and I get a little extra workout. No electricity needed . Keep up the good work brother .
@Chad, lubricating the rasp with the supplied rubber cement or even spit will make it slide much for the rasp as well as the plug/insertion tool. Also love the "LandCrusher"
Yes, indeed, a plug kit, air, compressor, basic tools, important! Flat tire is like the number one vehicle breakdown, and many people are not prepared to deal with it these days. It's easier than ever. Small portable compressors are readily available for a reasonable price.
The funniest is the people that don't even carry a spare tire. PS . It's best to spend extra and get the Dewalt. It's great and can pump up tires over 80 pounds without heating up . Those cheap pumps are almost useless and burn up.
My mother always had a knack for finding every screw, nail, and bolt on the road growing up; so I spent a good amount of time watching my father putting in plugs. 100% agree with that. Also 2nd-ing another commenter on the ViAir compressor. My father gifted a $25 harbor freight knockoff to me 15-ish years ago and it's still going strong. I've used it off-roading and everything. I had to replace the connectors after accidentally smashing them, but seriously - a $2 fix. I always keep a box of tools in the back. It's saved my butt countless times and definitely gives me peace of mind. Good advice!
Outstanding lesson! There are so many young "men" that have no concept on how to change a tire, plug and fill. Keep walking with our KING!! On top of this, this allows you to help others when they are stranded.
Here’s a tip that helped me. Use a ratchet strap around the tire and reamer to help push/pull it in since it can be quite difficult for some folks. Just guide the reamer in with one hand and ratchet with the other. I use needle nose vice grips for pulling out any screw or nail and usually trim the plug with a razor knife after it’s all aired up. Having the clearance to do this repair is key.
I always keep a Jack and lug nut tool in my vehicle at all times, along with a set of jumper cables. Got some good takeaways and things to add to the emergency box! I’m no mechanic either, but I like being prepared to help myself and help others on the road as needed.
Outsquisite Training Video! Keep em coming. You have, and I had the same items in my Bowtie SUV. Gonna go lil OT, but I believe it's a topic that should be included, and that's our Weather. I also had, depending on the season, a Severe WX kit that was part of our Severe WX Plan, which was formulated to include our home, with every family member having certain responsibilities, vehicles, with planned routes and predetermined safe places to evac to if situation required abandoning the vehicle, work/school/rec areas. While our lives can go from 1-100, we are only idle when we're sleeping. But the Atmosphere is Never Static. The WX, regardless of the season, can bring the potential for life or death events. So we don't need to be scared. Just prepared. Everyone should have a Severe WX Plan. It will need to be tested and amended until it's right. Drills should be conducted regularly to ensure all family members know what to do, without hesitation. And so endeth the lesson and the Word Fit. Y'all Take Care and Stay SAFE!
Pro tip - get a ViAir compressor (like an 88p or similar) instead. Smaller form factor, better performance. Always attempt to repair the tire that’s on the vehicle before utilizing your fifth spare, if you allocate your spare to the problem and then another problem arises, you’re boned.
Absolutely. When the battery in that dewalt dies, your SOL. When the rechargeable battery in that dewalt no longer accepts a charge, its now a useless piece of garbage. I have the small compressor and the carrying case that came with is just big enough to fit the plug kit tools. plugs, and a multitool. Clamps right onto the vehicles battery for power source
@@Mach141LOL 😂, it comes with a cord to plug into the accessories outlet. And if you are smart enough.... you carry 2 batteries. But you definitely don't sound that smart.
@Bob-xy5cn Its a rechargeable battery. They have lifespans. They dont last forever. A direct to vehicle battery powered a/c will work as long as the vehicles battery is good, which if im out driving around to get a flat tire, it is. Your just adding an additional failure point into the system. Car battery to dewalt battery to air compressor.....remove the dewalt battery from the middle of that and get a better compressor and save some money both
Glad you mentioned a slash in the tire. My last flat was a half-inch piece of glass, knew I would be able to fix that on the side of the road. Great video Chad, stuff everyone should know for sure.
Unfortunately, it’s way worse than that, if you want to see some entertainment go park At a AutoZone or advance auto parts or whatever your auto parts store is and watch people try to put on windshield wipers without asking the clerk to do it. That’s pretty entertaining.
@@whenpiratesattackyep. It’s real easy to laugh at the younger generation of men and judge them, because they’re not as badass and totally flawless as you are. Until you realize that they are being failed, by the so called “men” of our generation. Those of us who were lucky enough to be the last generation who grew up without social media, and remember how it was, need to do the best we can to help them
Good info. I carry a plug kit and compressor (and basic tool kit) in my LandCruiser, but I’ve never used the plugs. That would have been a better strategy last winter when I had a flat tire on a steep, icy mountain road. Thanks! 👍
when plugging a tire make sure you ream and plug along the same path as the puncture, in other words observe the direction that the nail, screw, etc went into the tire,
I now use a small drill bit on a drill after pulling the object out after watching another video on it. It helps get that plug in a little easier. I have bent many inserters trying to get the plug in.
Smart men carry a tire repair kit and some sort of compressor, for those who don’t I think they just became smarter by watching this video. I learned many years ago while in the military that anything can go wrong and will probably happen at the worst time so plan ahead for any situation that you can imagine and learn from others mistakes / crazy situations.
I was just at a store the other day and a friend was there too. Her car was dead and I knew before opening the hood the most common problem. Corroded battery terminal. I carry plenty of tools and a battery brush . 5 minutes later she was on her way. Her husband.... totally useless. 😂
I keep a plug kit and I bought a kit that has various size short screws too that are rubber coated. Once you pull out the nail, you can then screw these plug screws into the puncture until flat with tread with a just screw driver. It’s probably better long term to plug, but these screws are about as quick and easy to get you to where your going. Always be prepared!
Tire Repair Kit is a must, Floor Jack, make room for it, it is a life saver, Small Canvas tarp, 4 way Lug wrench, for tires ….. You still need a tool kit, tow strap, jumper cables and charger/battery booster …
Good advice, and it’s about the same setup I carry…along with Milwaukee inflator and cordless impact. I used the Slime repair kits for years, until an acquaintance had the handle break one one, and buried the shank into his hand. Severed a nerve that left his right hand mostly useless. I went and bought a BlackJack plug kit the next day, just for the aluminum handles.
I am enjoying these "preparedness" videos. I saw the title when you posted it as I was in the gym. So ended up building myself a stranded car box and stopped by the depot for some tools that I didn't already have. Found a use for the pelican boxes I was able to snag for free from work. Now to build out my "go-box" from your other video
I do this all too often. I need new tires. Though i whole heartedly agree with your jumper box, charger, air pump combo. I recently purchased a ryobi handheld air pump that uses the same 18v batteries from their line of drills etc. Solid advice. And we live in the age of variety. Find your best fit and execute the steps needed to fulfill your goals.
Keep both these tools in my truck for that same reason. If it’s a major hole or gouge on sidewall then next op is to get all your jacking eq out to c/o spare tire. Nice work Man!
Great video. I carry both tire patch kit and a small air compresser in both my car and trunk. I have used it a number of times. It sure beats paying some one else to fix my tire. Thanks for the video.
Good video. It's worth mentioning that if you have larger or higher load range tires, some portable air compressors won't inflate them to highway-drivable pressures in one go or they'll quit due to battery issues, overheat auto-shutoff or melt/seize other things on it. You can make the cheaper ones work by being careful (charge 10 minutes, wait 20, repeat; it's even in the manuals) but it may take an hour. I ended up getting a Smittybuilt that works on larger truck tires and also has a 24-foot power cable so it can reach the tire farthest from the battery. Wasn't dollar-store cheap but it works very well.
The UA-cam algorithm is incredible. I have an ‘84 FJ60 and last week found that same bumper carrier at the flea market for $40 so I guess it thought I would enjoy this, which I did. Yes, I already have the jumper/comp combo and kit already in the truck. Had to do the same chore for my 2CV a few months back. A 2-ply Michelin 145 is a lot easier to plug than a big truck tire.
I would highly recommend a couple cans of fix-a-flat in that same situation. Has saved me several times until I can get a repair as well as makes a great gift to leave on the hood of a strangers car with a low tire. Have used plenty of tire plugs too...be prepared.
Maybe don’t leave it on the hood that could scratch the paint but the area where the hood and windshield meet where the wipers stash. I would be ticked off if someone sat a can of anything on my hood whether to help or whatever
As a matter of fact, he said to go to the capital, “peaceful and patriotically!” You’re right; this thing is dangerous! He isn’t guilty of insurrection!They’re trying to change the language and to also gaslight!
The pocket goat is an essential tool for off roaders. Another tip for those plugs... keep a bright colored long needle... I place it right next to the object just before pulling it all the way out in the same orientation to indicate the angle it punctured the tire. that way youre not struggling to push a new plug through the tire.
Yes ,another one that use the drill to clean the hole up . I just seen that on a video this past year and keep my battery powered drill in my truck. It helps alot .
great video and i highly recommend having a small compressor and a plug kit in your car emergency kit . if i hit the road i put a small floor jack and a four way in my trunk or car. as a former tire repairman and a construction trades guy that gets tons of flat tires a year, plugs are good but the long term leak rate is about 7 out of 10 plugs are going to leak eventually and a properly repaired patched tire will never leak unless a numnut does the repair.
TireJect only thing I’d change along with a small valve stem tool in kit. Pull nail, pull valve stem, add “very” small amount of tireject, inflate…. Back on road and no risk of plug separating a belt or causing a bubble in tire. Solid advice Chad. TireJect is made with kevlar and glue, seals instantly. I still keep plugs but so far tireject has replaced them for me. Also seals up any small tire you having trouble holding air. Keep content flowing. #3%1765 #patriotlife #sonsofliberty
I love it! I just had to repair my tire today. My wife asked why I didn't just take it into the shop. I just smiled and kept working. Lol This is great advice.
Another item to bring for modern cars is the wide clear tape and duct tape. a very minor fender-bender can loosen the plastic bumper covers and leave them dangling . the tape may be able to patch it up and get you back on the road.
Once you get back to civilization I recommend getting a tire guy to do an permenant internal patch particularly on trucks. But this is SOLID advice on must haves.
I always pump up tire before pulling out the nail. If im at home i use a drill and small bit to ream and clean the hole, then insert plug. Works every time
Already have the same kit in the car for years. I don’t do spares unless it’s the last resort. Something to note add a yellow or red grease pencil to the kit to circle the screw first before taking it out, just easier to locate the hole after.
I've had 4x4s and travel on and off road for over a half century. The portable compressor jump box are expensive and they don't last. I bought a Viair onboard 12 v compressor and two Three gallon air tanks when I put air suspension under my tundra over fifteen years ago and my Kenworth airbags and viair compressor have worked flawlessly. You can run a impact to remove all the lugnuts and tighten them all up. Lower air pressure for off road then air them all back up without melting the pump in the DeWalt. Now I have one in my dodge 2500 and my dodge 3500 4x4 off-road recovery truck. The most noticable comfort is knowing it's reliable and the Kenworth W900 airbags that gives the suspension the freedom of travel it needs.
True story for the be prepared mindset crowd. I always keep a plug kit and a 12v compressor in my vehicle (all my vehicles) but I was out at a work site one time and allowed myself to get caught slacking. I had the kit but did not realize it was out of plugs because I had used the last one and failed to buy more. I had a big puncture from a small sharp stick in a tire and i was several miles from any help which I would have had to walk. Nobody would have ever happened by as I was on private land. I was rooting through my truck and found a couple of tapcon concrete screws. I also had some bank line. My kit had some circular patches (for the inside of a tire ) and some rubber cement in a tube. I wrapped bank line around the screw to build it up, then made a hole in a patch with my knife and shoved it over the screw so it was like an upswept skirt. I smeared rubber cement all down in the hole and all on the patch and then forced it in. Waited 5 min and aired it up. It held fine till the next day when I got to a tire store. Never lost any pressure.
ive plugged tires perfessionally, and where your method is good, i like to getthe can of adheasive instead of that little tube, and the can top has a brush built into it, goop it on there both sides, and it makes it not only easier to get the plug in, but then twist the plug insert tool, so the hold is nice and lubed up, and pull it out quick. i just did one on my truck last week, and its holding good.
Great video! I have been doing that for many years. I don't trim off the excess of the plug, just let it wear off and it seems to help the plug seal better. Keep up the great videos and have a happy new year!
Just to add, 12 volt pumps with alligator clips that hook directly to the vehicle’s battery are available as well, eliminating the need for a separate battery. Nice Toyota btw….looks like new!
Awesome. I have a small compressor from harbor freight. I Jack the car up a bit so the compressor doesn’t have to work so hard. Definitely Jack it up if people are using a fix a flat can.
For the record: I greatly appreciate something i heard from a previous video- you stated when asked about competing: i'd rather go the longest, than the fastest. I also feel that way. Makes sense. Appreciate ya. Prepare for war, happy new year, though.
Julie I hear ya sometimes those lug nuts are a bear. I have a truck of tools but I also carry or have accessible a 24" to 30" piece of 1&1/2in steel pipe. Placing that pipe over the end of your lug wrench will increase your ability to loosen a lug bolt significantly. A little WD 40 or grease never hurts also. One can even use their leg strength if the lug wrench and " Helper" bar fit together well. Just a little tip , nothing like breaking your back trying to loosen a lug nut!!!!
Solid advice! For several decades (yeah, I'm an old guy) I have carried a plastic container with tools a few parts and fluids for my vehicle. For example, I carry 6 quarts of engine oil, 2 gallons of full strength coolant, a bottle of brake fluid, power steering fluid with stop leak, 5 minute epoxy, an extra air filter, tire repair kit, air compressor new serpentine belt etc. Not to mention my go bag, water etc. This has saved my and others ass*s many times.
Same
I too carry alot of those
Old guys rule
I would rather have 1-2 gal of gas before I would carry a gal of motor oil.
When I am running back roads I carry an extra 10 gallons of fuel (outside).@@mushbutt4214
Mechanic tip putting air in that tire first is a lot easier to get that plug in. Also, mark the hole before removing it one day you will not find it and keep a pair if dykes or side cutters with you that also makes it easier to get the screw or whatever out by grasping the object close to tire and using the dyke end as leverage against the tire prying up to remove the said object. Love it always ready always prepared never complacent
Damn those plugs are a nightmare to get in
You're absolutely right. Been there done that.
If the tire is leaking air, how is that gonna help?
@@hugolafhugolaf The added air pressure helps keep the tire from flexing while inserting the tools.
agree'd, air that tire up with the screw still in it.. I go over to like 50-60 psi with everything ready to go, if you're fast you can get the plug in before your 36 psi is gone, no more pumping up
I always keep a compressor in the car. However, I plugged it in the other day to air up some tires and the power accessory/cigarette lighter in the car did not work. Turns out it was a blown fuse. With the help of UA-cam it was an easy fix! Thanks for another great video! My swimming merit badge counselor in Boy Scouts in 1966 was a retired frogman. He was the go-to dive guy in Bergen, County, New Jersey whenever they had to locate a body in the water and take it out. He was one of the most inspiring guys I met in Scouts!
The GOAT didn’t move out of the way YOURE the GOAT Chadd!
Been carrying plugs and pumps since before you were born Chadd. Learned that from an old guy when I was 9 running a swamp buggy deep in the Everglades back in the day before I got into airboats. Those tools right there saved my bacon way more times then I can attest to. Got me out of the back country of Colorado several times while bow hunting for elk. Have one in every vehicle I own and in my adult kids cars as well.
Hey chad,I carry a high volume bicycle pump always in my vehicle because I'm a avid mtb rider and it is way faster and I get a little extra workout. No electricity needed . Keep up the good work brother .
Better to leave screw in place. Fully inflate then do the plug.
So much easier to run a plug under pressure.
@Chad, lubricating the rasp with the supplied rubber cement or even spit will make it slide much for the rasp as well as the plug/insertion tool. Also love the "LandCrusher"
Good idea. Liquid dish soap also works, if it’s handy and available
Windshield washer fluid works too. Also inflating the tire makes plugging a lot easier than a floppy flat.
Yes, indeed, a plug kit, air, compressor, basic tools, important!
Flat tire is like the number one vehicle breakdown, and many people are not prepared to deal with it these days. It's easier than ever. Small portable compressors are readily available for a reasonable price.
The funniest is the people that don't even carry a spare tire. PS . It's best to spend extra and get the Dewalt. It's great and can pump up tires over 80 pounds without heating up . Those cheap pumps are almost useless and burn up.
If u air your tire up first it makes it easier to open the hole up. Also a cordless drill works well wit h a small bit.
My mother always had a knack for finding every screw, nail, and bolt on the road growing up; so I spent a good amount of time watching my father putting in plugs. 100% agree with that.
Also 2nd-ing another commenter on the ViAir compressor. My father gifted a $25 harbor freight knockoff to me 15-ish years ago and it's still going strong. I've used it off-roading and everything. I had to replace the connectors after accidentally smashing them, but seriously - a $2 fix.
I always keep a box of tools in the back. It's saved my butt countless times and definitely gives me peace of mind. Good advice!
Outstanding lesson! There are so many young "men" that have no concept on how to change a tire, plug and fill. Keep walking with our KING!! On top of this, this allows you to help others when they are stranded.
Yes , but those youngsters know how to find ticcrap on their cellphones. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Always keep a fishing rod and some lures. If you ever find yourself in a position where you have nowhere to go, you can always go fishing.
They make for great kite flyers as well!
Here’s a tip that helped me. Use a ratchet strap around the tire and reamer to help push/pull it in since it can be quite difficult for some folks. Just guide the reamer in with one hand and ratchet with the other. I use needle nose vice grips for pulling out any screw or nail and usually trim the plug with a razor knife after it’s all aired up. Having the clearance to do this repair is key.
I always keep a Jack and lug nut tool in my vehicle at all times, along with a set of jumper cables. Got some good takeaways and things to add to the emergency box! I’m no mechanic either, but I like being prepared to help myself and help others on the road as needed.
This is a solid tip for non-car guys like me. Thank you so much for the demo. I wish you good things to your channel. :)
I have memories of my dad back in the 1970's using these same type of plug tire repair. Good knowledge to have in the heat of the moment.
Outsquisite Training Video! Keep em coming.
You have, and I had the same items in my Bowtie SUV.
Gonna go lil OT, but I believe it's a topic that should be included, and that's our Weather.
I also had, depending on the season, a Severe WX kit that was part of our Severe WX Plan, which was formulated to include our home, with every family member having certain responsibilities, vehicles, with planned routes and predetermined safe places to evac to if situation required abandoning the vehicle, work/school/rec areas.
While our lives can go from 1-100, we are only idle when we're sleeping. But the Atmosphere is Never Static. The WX, regardless of the season, can bring the potential for life or death events.
So we don't need to be scared.
Just prepared. Everyone should have a Severe WX Plan. It will need to be tested and amended until it's right. Drills should be conducted regularly to ensure all family members know what to do, without hesitation.
And so endeth the lesson and the Word Fit.
Y'all Take Care
and
Stay SAFE!
Pro tip - get a ViAir compressor (like an 88p or similar) instead. Smaller form factor, better performance. Always attempt to repair the tire that’s on the vehicle before utilizing your fifth spare, if you allocate your spare to the problem and then another problem arises, you’re boned.
Absolutely. When the battery in that dewalt dies, your SOL. When the rechargeable battery in that dewalt no longer accepts a charge, its now a useless piece of garbage. I have the small compressor and the carrying case that came with is just big enough to fit the plug kit tools. plugs, and a multitool. Clamps right onto the vehicles battery for power source
Sorry but the Dewalt pump is the best that I've come across.
@@Mach141LOL 😂, it comes with a cord to plug into the accessories outlet. And if you are smart enough.... you carry 2 batteries. But you definitely don't sound that smart.
@@jimbeam2705
Then you aren’t looking hard enough.
@Bob-xy5cn Its a rechargeable battery. They have lifespans. They dont last forever. A direct to vehicle battery powered a/c will work as long as the vehicles battery is good, which if im out driving around to get a flat tire, it is. Your just adding an additional failure point into the system. Car battery to dewalt battery to air compressor.....remove the dewalt battery from the middle of that and get a better compressor and save some money both
Glad you mentioned a slash in the tire. My last flat was a half-inch piece of glass, knew I would be able to fix that on the side of the road. Great video Chad, stuff everyone should know for sure.
That is one nice LandCruiser! Color, wheels awesome! 👍
Knowing that people don’t know how to plug a tire really gives me hope
Unfortunately, it’s way worse than that, if you want to see some entertainment go park At a AutoZone or advance auto parts or whatever your auto parts store is and watch people try to put on windshield wipers without asking the clerk to do it. That’s pretty entertaining.
Hope you’re teaching someone. A lot of people growing up without male influence in their lives that never learned this stuff.
@@whenpiratesattackyep. It’s real easy to laugh at the younger generation of men and judge them, because they’re not as badass and totally flawless as you are. Until you realize that they are being failed, by the so called “men” of our generation. Those of us who were lucky enough to be the last generation who grew up without social media, and remember how it was, need to do the best we can to help them
Good info. I carry a plug kit and compressor (and basic tool kit) in my LandCruiser, but I’ve never used the plugs. That would have been a better strategy last winter when I had a flat tire on a steep, icy mountain road. Thanks! 👍
when plugging a tire make sure you ream and plug along the same path as the puncture, in other words observe the direction that the nail, screw, etc went into the tire,
I now use a small drill bit on a drill after pulling the object out after watching another video on it. It helps get that plug in a little easier. I have bent many inserters trying to get the plug in.
Thanks Chad, you have the most adorable helper. Reminds me of my cats whenever I try to do anything around the house
Smart men carry a tire repair kit and some sort of compressor, for those who don’t I think they just became smarter by watching this video. I learned many years ago while in the military that anything can go wrong and will probably happen at the worst time so plan ahead for any situation that you can imagine and learn from others mistakes / crazy situations.
yep one of these compressors saved me a lot of headache
I was just at a store the other day and a friend was there too. Her car was dead and I knew before opening the hood the most common problem. Corroded battery terminal. I carry plenty of tools and a battery brush . 5 minutes later she was on her way. Her husband.... totally useless. 😂
Couple cans of fix it flat will also get the tire enough air to get to a compressor after you patch it
grandpa carried a tube because you can't always get a tubeless to seat without a beadsetter
I keep a plug kit and I bought a kit that has various size short screws too that are rubber coated. Once you pull out the nail, you can then screw these plug screws into the puncture until flat with tread with a just screw driver. It’s probably better long term to plug, but these screws are about as quick and easy to get you to where your going. Always be prepared!
Tire Repair Kit is a must, Floor Jack, make room for it, it is a life saver, Small Canvas tarp, 4 way Lug wrench, for tires ….. You still need a tool kit, tow strap, jumper cables and charger/battery booster …
Good advice, and it’s about the same setup I carry…along with Milwaukee inflator and cordless impact.
I used the Slime repair kits for years, until an acquaintance had the handle break one one, and buried the shank into his hand. Severed a nerve that left his right hand mostly useless.
I went and bought a BlackJack plug kit the next day, just for the aluminum handles.
I am enjoying these "preparedness" videos. I saw the title when you posted it as I was in the gym. So ended up building myself a stranded car box and stopped by the depot for some tools that I didn't already have. Found a use for the pelican boxes I was able to snag for free from work.
Now to build out my "go-box" from your other video
I do this all too often. I need new tires. Though i whole heartedly agree with your jumper box, charger, air pump combo. I recently purchased a ryobi handheld air pump that uses the same 18v batteries from their line of drills etc. Solid advice. And we live in the age of variety. Find your best fit and execute the steps needed to fulfill your goals.
Thanks Chadd for the advice!😀
Keep both these tools in my truck for that same reason. If it’s a major hole or gouge on sidewall then next op is to get all your jacking eq out to c/o spare tire. Nice work Man!
Great video. I carry both tire patch kit and a small air compresser in both my car and trunk. I have used it a number of times. It sure beats paying some one else to fix my tire. Thanks for the video.
Excellent! Thank you.
Good video. It's worth mentioning that if you have larger or higher load range tires, some portable air compressors won't inflate them to highway-drivable pressures in one go or they'll quit due to battery issues, overheat auto-shutoff or melt/seize other things on it. You can make the cheaper ones work by being careful (charge 10 minutes, wait 20, repeat; it's even in the manuals) but it may take an hour. I ended up getting a Smittybuilt that works on larger truck tires and also has a 24-foot power cable so it can reach the tire farthest from the battery. Wasn't dollar-store cheap but it works very well.
That’s a sweet truck! Thank you for your service 🇺🇸
This is great! Thank you!
Thanks, Chadd.
Chad is the teacher we our the students class is in session
Love your Landcruiser. Always miss mine when I see them.
The UA-cam algorithm is incredible. I have an ‘84 FJ60 and last week found that same bumper carrier at the flea market for $40 so I guess it thought I would enjoy this, which I did. Yes, I already have the jumper/comp combo and kit already in the truck. Had to do the same chore for my 2CV a few months back. A 2-ply Michelin 145 is a lot easier to plug than a big truck tire.
Fastest inflation of a tire I've ever seen! only took about 3 seconds.
I'm heading over to Home Depot today anyway. I'm going to see if they have one...and the patch kit. Thanks for the instruction.
I would highly recommend a couple cans of fix-a-flat in that same situation. Has saved me several times until I can get a repair as well as makes a great gift to leave on the hood of a strangers car with a low tire. Have used plenty of tire plugs too...be prepared.
I quit using Fix a Flat cans after one of them messed up the air pressure sensor in my wheel. But, I use the hell out of tire plug kits!
Maybe don’t leave it on the hood that could scratch the paint but the area where the hood and windshield meet where the wipers stash.
I would be ticked off if someone sat a can of anything on my hood whether to help or whatever
Right on. Thanks for the advice.
Just took a nail out of my tire with this kit. Thanks Chad! 😎👍🏻
As a matter of fact, he said to go to the capital, “peaceful and patriotically!” You’re right; this thing is dangerous! He isn’t guilty of insurrection!They’re trying to change the language and to also gaslight!
The pocket goat is an essential tool for off roaders. Another tip for those plugs... keep a bright colored long needle... I place it right next to the object just before pulling it all the way out in the same orientation to indicate the angle it punctured the tire. that way youre not struggling to push a new plug through the tire.
🦊 Thanks for sharing, have a safe and blessed weekend, p.s. Happy New Year. 🦊
Excellent truck talk topic my brother. Always stay prepared for anything & staying 10 steps ahead 👊
Really great video. Thanks!
I have that dewalt tire inflator, and it's a must-have for anyone, I will be getting that plug kit, thanks for the video.
Thanks! I just picked up one of those Dewalt chargers. Great advice.
I've carried a plug kit in my Peterbilt for years. Good plan to keep one in the family truckster for sure.
Great video. Thanks.
Great tip, awesome cruiser too!!
I also keep an electric drill and just use it to remove the screw them a drill bit to ream it. Makes life a lot easier.
Excellent idea
Yes ,another one that use the drill to clean the hole up . I just seen that on a video this past year and keep my battery powered drill in my truck. It helps alot .
I used to make an air compressor out of the air conditioner pump on my old 79 Ford fourwheel drive. It actually works really well
Sick rig! Super clean!
I have plugged many a tire. Works great, never had one fail. I even bought the ARB kit, but the Slime kit works great too.
Solid! Thank you!
great video and i highly recommend having a small compressor and a plug kit in your car emergency kit . if i hit the road i put a small floor jack and a four way in my trunk or car. as a former tire repairman and a construction trades guy that gets tons of flat tires a year, plugs are good but the long term leak rate is about 7 out of 10 plugs are going to leak eventually and a properly repaired patched tire will never leak unless a numnut does the repair.
Yes, I consider plugs a very useful but temporary repair that gets you to the tire store where a proper patch can be done.
I have one of those I keep in my work truck and plan on getting one for my wife's car
Greatstuff, thanks! Btw, that Landcruiser is beautiful! Love the the older ones👍🏻
One added piece of equipment is a goat
Thanks! I like that power station. I carry a bicycle pump. Lots of work to pump up a tire, but it’s good exercise.
As a Traidsman in construction, this is a common practice. Shockingly enough, most people don’t know about a plug.
Great advice! Much appreciated. I'm going to do everything you recommended.
Thanks for the reminder. Just went out and put a kit together.
Thanks Chad!
TireJect only thing I’d change along with a small valve stem tool in kit. Pull nail, pull valve stem, add “very” small amount of tireject, inflate…. Back on road and no risk of plug separating a belt or causing a bubble in tire. Solid advice Chad. TireJect is made with kevlar and glue, seals instantly. I still keep plugs but so far tireject has replaced them for me. Also seals up any small tire you having trouble holding air. Keep content flowing. #3%1765 #patriotlife #sonsofliberty
I love it! I just had to repair my tire today. My wife asked why I didn't just take it into the shop. I just smiled and kept working. Lol This is great advice.
Another item to bring for modern cars is the wide clear tape and duct tape. a very minor fender-bender can loosen the plastic bumper covers and leave them dangling . the tape may be able to patch it up and get you back on the road.
Once you get back to civilization I recommend getting a tire guy to do an permenant internal patch particularly on trucks. But this is SOLID advice on must haves.
Great tip, thank you. 👍🇺🇸
I always pump up tire before pulling out the nail. If im at home i use a drill and small bit to ream and clean the hole, then insert plug. Works every time
What a gorgeous truck ❤
Greatest 5 tool video Of All Time.
The fact that this Gent has chose a LandCruiser as his ride speaks volumes on his intelligence….one smart dude!😎
And deep pockets
Awesome chadd!!!
Already have the same kit in the car for years. I don’t do spares unless it’s the last resort.
Something to note add a yellow or red grease pencil to the kit to circle the screw first before taking it out, just easier to locate the hole after.
I've had 4x4s and travel on and off road for over a half century. The portable compressor jump box are expensive and they don't last. I bought a Viair onboard 12 v compressor and two Three gallon air tanks when I put air suspension under my tundra over fifteen years ago and my Kenworth airbags and viair compressor have worked flawlessly. You can run a impact to remove all the lugnuts and tighten them all up. Lower air pressure for off road then air them all back up without melting the pump in the DeWalt. Now I have one in my dodge 2500 and my dodge 3500 4x4 off-road recovery truck. The most noticable comfort is knowing it's reliable and the Kenworth W900 airbags that gives the suspension the freedom of travel it needs.
Great advice Chadd thanks for this one
Thank pou, greatly shared with my peeps.
I totally understand you brother. Some things just have to be thought again.
Good advice, thanks for sharing.
trim that excess plug semi-flush to the tread...prevents it from pulling out under breaking until its broke in good.
True story for the be prepared mindset crowd. I always keep a plug kit and a 12v compressor in my vehicle (all my vehicles) but I was out at a work site one time and allowed myself to get caught slacking. I had the kit but did not realize it was out of plugs because I had used the last one and failed to buy more.
I had a big puncture from a small sharp stick in a tire and i was several miles from any help which I would have had to walk. Nobody would have ever happened by as I was on private land.
I was rooting through my truck and found a couple of tapcon concrete screws. I also had some bank line.
My kit had some circular patches (for the inside of a tire ) and some rubber cement in a tube.
I wrapped bank line around the screw to build it up, then made a hole in a patch with my knife and shoved it over the screw so it was like an upswept skirt.
I smeared rubber cement all down in the hole and all on the patch and then forced it in. Waited 5 min and aired it up.
It held fine till the next day when I got to a tire store. Never lost any pressure.
Very helpful! Thanks!
Great video! I'm gonna get on this right away
Appreciate the tip. I will take heed.
ive plugged tires perfessionally, and where your method is good, i like to getthe can of adheasive instead of that little tube, and the can top has a brush built into it, goop it on there both sides, and it makes it not only easier to get the plug in, but then twist the plug insert tool, so the hold is nice and lubed up, and pull it out quick. i just did one on my truck last week, and its holding good.
Great video! I have been doing that for many years. I don't trim off the excess of the plug, just let it wear off and it seems to help the plug seal better. Keep up the great videos and have a happy new year!
LOL 😂, it doesn't help " seal" anything. If you spin your tire you could actually rip the plug out.
what a great thing! thanks Bud,
Just to add, 12 volt pumps with alligator clips that hook directly to the vehicle’s battery are available as well, eliminating the need for a separate battery.
Nice Toyota btw….looks like new!
I also have one that plugs in to your cigarette lighter. inexpensive and work good.
I just did this over the weekend in a snowstorm ,gas station wanted $ 25 to do it , I plugged it in 10 minute , it worked
Awesome. I have a small compressor from harbor freight. I Jack the car up a bit so the compressor doesn’t have to work so hard. Definitely Jack it up if people are using a fix a flat can.
Love how the dog hauled butt when you powered on the air compressor! lol
For the record: I greatly appreciate something i heard from a previous video- you stated when asked about competing: i'd rather go the longest, than the fastest. I also feel that way. Makes sense. Appreciate ya. Prepare for war, happy new year, though.
Hi Chad, very helpful for females...last flat I had I simply didnt have the upper body strength to loosen the lugnuts that a machine had tightened
Julie I hear ya sometimes those lug nuts are a bear. I have a truck of tools but I also carry or have accessible a 24" to 30" piece of 1&1/2in steel pipe. Placing that pipe over the end of your lug wrench will increase your ability to loosen a lug bolt significantly. A little WD 40 or grease never hurts also. One can even use their leg strength if the lug wrench and " Helper" bar fit together well. Just a little tip , nothing like breaking your back trying to loosen a lug nut!!!!
battery powered impact wrench is the answer!!