How Long Can a Tire Repair Plug Last?
1 Answers
Tire repair plugs can last for 3-5 months. What is a tire repair plug: The tire repair plug method was a popular early tire repair technique. The steps involve using tools like an awl to enlarge the puncture, then applying special adhesive to fill the puncture with a rubber strip, ensuring a tight bond between the plug and the puncture. Finally, lightly tap it with a hammer. This method is convenient and quick, requiring no tire disassembly or wheel balancing, and is relatively inexpensive. However, this method necessitates enlarging the puncture, which may lead to air leaks during later use, making the repair less effective. Disadvantages of tire repair plugs: Tire repair plugs can be removed and reapplied, but this is not recommended. The plug method requires sanding the puncture area, and removing and reapplying the plug would require sanding again, which can make the puncture area too thin. This increases the risk of a blowout when the tire pressure is too high.