How To Plug A Tire and Check For Leaks - EricTheCarGuy

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How To Plug A Tire and Check For Leaks - EricTheCarGuy
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Hello again, I hope you enjoy this latest offering. I'm sure there will be those that disagree with this practice but thats OK, I feel there are times when it can be done and save a bunch of work resealing a tire. This also shows my preferred method of checking for leaks which I hope you benefit from.
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@latch78 3 года назад

This helped me plug my tire today. Now that I have wheels again, I'm ready to go find another hole to plug tonight. Yeaaaaahhhhh

@ianmeadows956 3 года назад

Lol oh you sound like a young me

@gremy187 3 года назад

😂😂😂😂

@jauxed 2 года назад

Lmao!!!

@CarianneRHixson 2 года назад

🤮

@DylanLefever 2 года назад

Omg lmao your so funny man shut up

@signmantoo 10 лет назад

Eric, I had to repair a tire once when my wife and I miles away from anything. I repaired it on the car and I, by myself, could NOT get the plug into the tire. After what seemed an hour of pushing with all I had I came up with the idea of turning the tire around until the Plug tool was on the bottom of the tire. I lowered the car (slowly and carefully) and the weight of the car pushed the Plug right in. I jacked the car back up ..... removed the tool and we drove home. I felt so Proud and my wife was really impressed. Talk about a 'Work Around' .

@jeffreybuckmaster4600 6 лет назад

Glad I read that before I removed the tire. I just jacked mine up, removed the screw, put a little rubber cement on the plug, then lowered the car, with the parking brake on, down on to the plug. Using the weight of the car was genius! Thx for your comment!

@exil3dlivecom 6 лет назад

Frank H next time use rubber cement. Otherwise u need arms like hulk to get it in, specially if you don't us the reamer correctly like in this video.

@dancoulson6579 5 лет назад

Now that's a good idea. I'll be sure to keep that in mind for if I come to a sticky situation in future. I'll be sure to give the random youtube commenter credit for the idea, unless I have a pretty girl in the car - Then I'm pretending it was my idea :D

@mikek8632 5 лет назад

Bad repair job, NEVER put any kind of cement or lubricant on a plug, they are already lubricated and glued when you remove them from the package. As far as I know there is only one kind of plug that is not pre glued and I assure you that you don't have access to it as it's for professional use only.

@exil3dlivecom 5 лет назад

Mike K disagree, rubber cement not only makes it easier to push in, but reacts with the plug to seal fully. I got this from pros across the industry.

@retsub3 4 года назад

9 years later video still helping folks, thanks. You get to the point without a lotta jibber jabber and we appreciate that... uda man Eric. ✌️

@zulucowboy 13 лет назад

Thanks for the instructive video Eric...I recently purchased a portable DC air compressor, and a tire plug kit to fix any flats I get while out on the road. I logged onto RU-vid to learn how to properly plug a tire, and your helpful video has given me the confidence to do just that. Thanks for posting this video!

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@kevrs2 I haven't put anything on these plugs and I haven't had any issues but a lot of people have mentioned similar techniques in the comments below. Thanks for your comment.

@IhateYoutube 10 лет назад

*remembers back to when he was a teen* I used to plug holes of any size in my ATC's (Trikes for those who don't know) with rope plugs. It was laughable sometimes how many plugs I had in a tire.. I remember having 13 of them in one hole! Since those days are long gone, I still keep plugs in my car with the proper awl and setting tool! And as always @Eric TheCarGuy excellent video!

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@jermainehoust You don't need to apply rubber cement to the type of plugs that I use as they already have sealing material embedded in them. Thanks for the comment and for your input.

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@sancasmiadas1 I'm very happy to be there for you, thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@skylineisr Glad I could help. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@robsz1 In the future you can also use a drill to make the hole larger to accommodate the plug as it can be easier than using a hammer. Thanks for your comment.

@peterphu5567 3 года назад

U made it look so easy. I spent hours trying to plug it into my thick winter tires with the tire on

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@curbhash I haven't had much trouble inserting the plug without lubricant, my concern would be that the plug would not seal properly if I put lubrication on it. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@wardubo I think that would work just fine. Thanks for the comment and good luck.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@ankl3br3ak3r I agree, that is why I said to wait a few minutes before checking it, that way you know it is a leak that's making the bubbles and not the application. Thanks for weighing in.

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@Ech3l0n I'm glad you liked it, thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@lasersdend15 I never have twisted it after insertion and I've never experienced a problem so I suppose you could if you wanted but I don't think it's necessary.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@chillincruisin You can do the same thing with low profile tires, any damage to the rim under where the tire is would be minimal and never seen. I would suggest however if it is a true performance application that you remove the tire and patch it instead to installing a plug.

@MrEliaspalacios6 6 лет назад

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience. Very much appreciated.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@jayfiver The spinning at different speeds is crap however it might pull to one side if it is only one front tire that is replaced. I recommend replacing tires in pairs but if you are in a bind then you can just replace one, I recommend a tire of the same type and make as the others however.

@cagonzal13 5 лет назад

Thanks eric. Your channel has grown since ive subbed many years ago

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@DiarmaidGNR I guess if it works but I'm sure there are many that would not recommend that but rather recommend using a patch on the inside of the tire.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@man1d2tran I knew a guy that was removing a tire from the rim that had sealant in it, the tire exploded as the tire machine made a spark when it came in contact with one of the steal belts, he's messed up for life because of it. This is the reason you have to put that sticker on the tire they give you with the can when you use it as a lot of people have been hurt by it. It also screws up the balance of the tire as you can never balance a tire with stop leak in it.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@Jeffmtbr No, my girth is more than enough to get it in there, I have had some issues in the past that's why there are dents on my tools from hammering them in on difficult tires.

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@jamieski1972 Glad you liked it, thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@AlwaysWishing1983 I've seen people use a drill to make the initial hole if that helps you next time. I've also had to use a hammer to get the plug in sometimes. Whatever it takes I guess, I admire your spirit, thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@syphilistic Well 80% of the air you are breathing right now is Nitrogen so if you use compressed air your 80% of the way toward a "green" cap.

@stefanwenk 4 года назад

THIS was SO Informative and Awesome!! 🎉

@RedethMusic 9 лет назад

Awesome I just bought a TrailGear tire plug kit for my off road trips. But I never got instructions. So that kind you for this video!

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@pcpaterson It does make things a lot easier with air in the tire to be honest so you might want to fill it up before you make the attempt.

@sharlenefaulkes3711 Год назад

@EricTheCarGuy As a DIY guy, I loved all your videos! been using them for years....thanks again!

@rogerjuarez9987 8 лет назад

bro i love the way you explain things it makes everything clear for dummies like me lol

@Hawkknight88 2 года назад

Excellent video. Thank you!

@NBryanBlack 2 года назад

Many car repair guys don't worry about being a little crooked! ;) I'm glad you do care! Thanks for showing that you can plug the tire while the tire is under pressure. Some of the other RU-vid videos only show the tire patched while already deflated.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@EnzoElite You can remove the tire without the proper equipment but it is more trouble than it is worth. In addition it will still need to be balanced and there is no way around using equipment to do that.

@bbrown1985 13 лет назад

Despite knowing how to do this, I had a friend who did not... when I searched for it on youtube to send my buddy a link, I came across your video! Just wanted to say that aside from the video quality not being the greatest (but still acceptable) your explanation, instruction and demonstration are spot on for helping anyone who comes across your video no matter what level of experience they have! Thanks and keep on posting great clips! :)

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@LiLTMac123 Some of the guys I used to work with used drills for that all the time and didn't have a problem. Just keep in mind most tire manufacturers would rather you removed the tire and patched it from the inside especially with a performance tire, just an FYI.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@jorgevrod I'm of the opinion that tires are the most important part of the car. I recommend getting 2 new tires to match and if you have aluminum rims make sure they clean them before installing the new tires or else you will have a leak.

@lulustoovintage4710 7 лет назад

Helpful, honest and good explanation, thanks!

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@trodengore Honestly I've never seen or heard of that happening, if it did I would say that perhaps it was never installed correctly in the first place. I did mention in the video however that the best method is to patch a tire as that is what most tire manufacturers recommend. Thanks for your input

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@steveypeavey I'm referring to removing the corrosion buildup on the inside of the rim, I don't think hitting the tire is going to do much to solve that personally at least I haven't seen it.

@skipstah70 12 лет назад

Right on Eric... no B.S. and easy to follow!! Thanks.

@t.m.8200 Год назад

Great thorough video Eric! 👌 I appreciate you making it!

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@snoopdogie187 Good call and in the end safer if it's not jacked up, just a little more difficult but if it gets the job done it gets the job done. Thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@syphilistic To be honest I don't really know, I've been using these plugs for years without a problem. It's one of those things that works so I just don't think about it.

@emanuelgalea2424 3 года назад

Your videos has helped me a lot thank you for all the information and advice you give,

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@TorqueRider2000 I've seen that myself, thanks for your post.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@pcpaterson This kit is pretty standard to be honest but most of the kits you find will have plastic handles as opposed to my metal ones. I don't know the brand or even where I got my kit to be honest it was so long ago.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@nobleheight I would say the problem is specific to your situation since in all the years I've worked on Honda's I've only replaced one brake booster that was damaged in a collision, I'm not saying they don't go bad I just haven't seen it at the same frequency as you. Perhaps you should watch the video I did on taking care of a spongy brake pedal as I find this problem to be much more common on Honda brake systems after a repair.

@lswasserm1 12 лет назад

Nice video. I would avoid using silicone spray on the awl, though. While I don't know specifically if it will affect tire cement, I have seen silicone spray and other silicone products prevent other adhesives from bonding properly.

@BansheeFifteen 9 лет назад

Thanks Eric, I got to do one of these and I'm just trying to arm myself with as much info as possible.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@kellogs124 Your welcome, thanks for the comment.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@hp11208 I probably will at some point but I don't see that happening anytime soon as I don't often get requests for it. If I do I will make a video for you though.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@kentmocc No, the plug is all you need, it is coated with sealant and it will seal just fine.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@nobleheight Well I suppose if it works it works. I'm not sure why you would want to change it though, seems like a lot of trouble to me.

@davidrose6680 8 лет назад

many thanks for all the videos.

@antoniobackherms5306 2 года назад

Awesome video man. Lots of useful tips

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@TorqueRider2000 That would work too. Thanks for the comment.

@PrintThatThing 8 лет назад

Thank you Eric!!! very helpful

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@sbab83 To be honest I don't know too many techs that do clean the wheels when doing tires. If the rims are too bad they will need to be sealed with tire sealant which makes a big mess but will seal it in the end. The tire does not need to be removed from the rim just broken down to apply the sealant.

@alexanderaxelrod3533 Год назад

Thank you so much.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@mwngw I don't think it will seal and I don't recommend using it.

@julessmyth 12 лет назад

Great video very informative. Do a lot of four wheel driving this will help, gonna buy a kit. Thanks mate.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@1122ss No, all that is needed is part of the plug itself by design.

@kemeticoneh383 7 лет назад

great video. thanks for the info. very direct and to the point.

@AndradeSM 3 года назад

Thank you for this!

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@TheBeachbum90210 To be honest I don't think about my clothing other than does it cover my butt and am I wearing the right thing at the time for what I'm doing so I really don't even notice stains as a result.

@matjazstaner 11 лет назад

a lot of good videos on your chanell, eric, greetings from slovenia! :)

@amana1480 5 лет назад

I plugged a tyre 3 years ago (35000 miles) ago and it's still fine... saved me time going to a tyre shop as well as money...

@DONCHILLS 11 лет назад

That is cool.Not the nail but fixing the problem.Can't wait to be a technician.Very informative Eric.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@zulucowboy Glad you liked the video, hopefully you won't have to use those tools anytime soon.

@malcolmar 3 года назад

Well done! On one of my cars my tires are getting close to needing to be replaced anyways and I just got a nail it. I had my other car with newer tires patched the "proper" way at a tire shop but I did not want to spend even more money on my old tires knowing I will have to buy a new set soon. I just need to get the car back on the road so I can go to work and get the money to buy a new set. My tire plug set came with some rubber cement. I used that with this plug and my tire is now fixed. Thanks!

@ericthecarguy 12 лет назад

@ITS4390 You could always take it to be patched, it's less than replacing the tire.

@pandugoud123 11 лет назад

Thanks for your post Very good Information

@alsautner1732 3 года назад

Good Job Eric...! Nice fix..!

@DanGan808 12 лет назад

Good vid, good instruction and good tips, I love it!

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@Michiganborn1969 Using a drill to set the hole is a perfectly acceptable method, I've seen it done with great success. For the most part I think plugs are just fine but I know of several tire manufacturers that would disagree with this practice as it can compromise the structural integrity of the tire.

@jstravelers4094 Год назад

Drill with 1/4" bit yes! Reamer no. Unless you're away from home and no drill.

@kirklwnh247 10 лет назад

Great video thanks!

@ineedanewbike 9 лет назад

Thanks buddy! Love your videos!

@malfunk7192 7 лет назад

I feel ya on those dull blades! I like using them side-cutters to cut the plug flush. Thanks for the video!

@birgerro 8 лет назад

thank you for this post.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@mixwell1983 I'm going to admit to having done it and being told never to do it again.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@Michiganborn1969 I think you should do a search on "smart car collision" I think you would be surprised.

@sandeep1026 11 лет назад

I just it. Got the kit for $10 and within 15 mins I did everything myself. Pretty simple. Thanks for the video

@Bostonmaniac94 8 лет назад

Great video, it's so easy to do but a lot of people don't know how. Great skill to have. Couple of things to add- 1. I use wire cutters to cut the excess plug off. Its easier to use wire cutters and a lot safer. 2. After plugging the tire and cutting off the excess plug, I always apply the rubber cement that comes with some of the kits. It might not even really do anything but I always do it. It can't hurt so if it canes with your kit then use it. 3. The reamer tool is used to clean the hole and prep it so that the plug gets a good seal so I would advise against using a lubricant to help get it into the hole. Yes I know, it can be difficult to insert it without the help of a lubricant but just put your muscles on and jam it in there. You don't want to get it all done and then realize that the plug is leaking.

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@chechnya Well I don't think I've ever seen one of those at "speed" on the highway, I think that is the real issue they have with plugs.

@nicholas8479 10 лет назад

Good video. Covered many points.

@ericthecarguy 13 лет назад

@kmklife63 Yea, those don't work out too well in my experience.

@easyemu1511 6 лет назад

ETCG saves me money yet again!

@TheCoolfez 11 лет назад

It depends on the plug you get. There are some plugs made these days to melt and conform to the tire after a drive. Also there are some plugs that have a backing to it when you pull it, the backing will open up on the other side of the tire sort of like a patch

@adrianalanis20000 14 лет назад

Great video, keep up the great work, thanks for sharing it

@dhflannagan1 2 года назад

My favorite car guy. Thanks

@ericthecarguy 14 лет назад

@TheBeachbum90210 Of course we're still friends, I don't take myself that seriously. Thanks for the comment.

@fakeman5746 10 лет назад

Nice video man thanks!!!

@swayamj 5 лет назад

Hi Eric, I'm a big fan of your videos. I've been reading a watching videos about "mushroom patch" puncture repairs. Could you do a video and opinion about them? TIA