How to Fix a Flat Tire Using a Puncture Repair Kit

Do you know how to plug a hole in your tire if you are out on the trail? It's important to carry a tire repair kit with you, but it's even more important to know how to us it and in this video I show you how to quickly plug a hole in your tire.

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[nickwoellert]

Just a little advice, when plugging a tire after you get the plug in the tire give it a 180⁰ twist before pulling it back out. It gives the plug a lice little knot on the inside and gives you just a bit more security.

[comingtofull-ageinchrist]

I'm nearly 56, and, as a child, I watched some old timers put a flame to the plug once it was in to help bond and seal the plug. I've personally only done this type of a patch a few times in my life. Like you said, it's better to take it in and have a patch put on the inside. The great thing about new tires is they come with a road hazard warranty that covers that sort of thing but if you are fortunate, the hole is on the tread and not on the side-wall and better yet, you have a spare to get you through wherever you are. Glad to see you give this type of education on your channel.
I started watching your channel a week or so ago and caught the Expo you went to in Colorado when you were talking to Marco and then I caught the video where you were doing a walk around on his Diesel Jeep and his trailer. I've been thinking about getting a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon, and seeing some of the upgrades these drivers are putting in their Jeeps. I watched the interview you done with Jim on the different front and rear axles, which was very informative and addressed some of the problems that I had heard that Jeeps have. I was impressed with the information on the 44 for the front and 60 on the back to address costs and power. So much great information on all the different styles of Jeeps and set ups for Overlanding!
I done a lot of camping as a child at the Desoto Ben Lake, which is a National Wildlife Refuge, and caught a lot of fish but got to see a lot of, what I thought as a child was, cool things like beaver dams and Otters. It was a couple hour drive, I think, from where we lived in Omaha, Nebraska. It was a very long time ago, but mom loved to fish, so being outdoors was some of my greatest childhood memories! I've recently started looking at tents to get back into camping, and it was about time for a new vehicle, so when picking a friend up at a Dodge dealership while they serviced his truck and put new tires on it, when we came back from breakfast, I went in and saw a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon on the showroom floor, and it peaked my interest. One thing led to another, which led to me being more interested in different Jeep styles, and going off the beaten path is of great interest to me, so your channel has been coming up. It also gave me a little more understanding of these tents that I had seen on Academy Sports and Outdoors online. The way they hang out past the vehicle didn't quite make much sense to me until I saw you do the walk around Marco's Jeep. I've learned a lot and really like the idea of being able to go to trails that some might only hike into lol. Thanks for sharing all the knowledge. I really like what you had done to your JK and all the axle and suspension upgrades and bumpers, etc. Thanks again for sharing all the different upgrades of yours and others off road vehicles and some of the different trails you have went on. I watched the video of you and Marco doing a pretty tough trail. I thought of some of the cameras I saw you show on your channel that allow you to see where your front wheels are, and that seemed like it would make for a great spotter when doing some of those technical trails I watched you go on. If you and Marco go on the Rubicon trail, I would like to see it! I've heard it mentioned several times now and am curious as to just how tough it really is. Because I've seen you do at least one, what I thought was pretty tough, with Marco, so I'm thinking, is the Rubicon tougher? Anyway, thanks again for sharing so much knowledge and experience on some of the different trails. Great interview with the mechanic at Moab and also Jim and some of the great knowledge and wisdom he has shared!

[cincicycles]

Love the family friendly content you always provide Brad. Simply the best!

[bryblanch]

Your content was the first reason I subscribed. Family friendly was the reason I am still subscribed. Thanks from my family to yours!

[matsherwood]

I liked your family friendly content disclaimer. That's something I always appreciate.

[ramoneortiz]

Thank you for demonstrating how easy it is to do this. I watched the video with my wife and she said she believes she can do it now. Again, keep the videos coming and have a wonderful 2022.

[michaelyoung]

I have been plugging tires for years, but it is always good to have quick knowledge check. Also a great resource for emerging trail reconnaissance gurus. S/F

[alsmith]

Tire plug kit as well as jumper cables are something that should be in every vehicle.

[gregs]

I have had a GRIT Performance tire fix kit for about 2 years now and never have used it. So, since I have been a regular viewer of your videos, it was nice of you to post this so thank you!

[stephenjohnson]

I appreciate your commitment to solid content and a wholesome family atmosphere! Best “get outside” channel available! Blessings from Washington State!

[MarzNet]

Cool. Rubber cement also works as a lube and is good insurance for the plug sealing perfectly. Also, another key reason to patch tire is an inside inspection can be done to determine damage (i.e; caused by driving with very low/no pressure) which may not be evident on the outside of tire.

[geoffodger]

It’s good your showing viewers that haven’t used one before love the channel 🇦🇺

[autoblog]

I love these tires, they came on my TRX.

[keithcooley]

I just got this tire plug kit for my JKU the other day. Never had to plug one yet and was about look up some videos on how to do it.
Thanks so much for making videos like this, it’s one of my favorite parts of your channel!

[albundy]

Awesome video, thanks for making it. I bought 4 kits from you, one to keep in my R1T and the others to hand out to my desert buddies because I can almost guarantee you that they don't carry 'em!

[kennethtew]

Thanks for this reminder and lesson. It has been years since I have had to plug a tire in the back country. This was a good reminder of how to do it quickly and efficiently.

[CreepingDeath_]

My goodness that Bronco is gorgeous. Can’t wait to get one of my own sometime soon. 🤞

[lx]

i always fix my flat this way and never run into a problem driving either local or highway. I know there are better fixes but i really feel this method is good enough for everyday driving

[FreysOnTheSide]

Well done. Thank you for sharing! Always great watching your content.

[insaynbcr]

Having the on board air on my Tacoma and carrying my tire repair kit under the seat has allowed me to fix numerous vehicles of unsuspecting travelers both in town in a parking lot, as well as off the beaten path. I carry extra sticky ropes as I seem to go through them.