What are the pros and cons of applying glue to tubeless tires?
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The advantage of applying glue to tubeless tires is that it can quickly seal air leaks. Typically, after using tubeless tire sealant, it solidifies in about 5 minutes. However, the downside is that excessive use of glue can corrode the wheel rims, and it cannot repair large punctures, has poor effectiveness on cracks, and is ineffective for repairing sidewall perforations. There are various methods for repairing tubeless tires, with the most convenient and quickest being the use of sealant, which involves applying glue to tubeless tires. The sealant can quickly seal air leaks but is somewhat corrosive and is generally only applied once. If the tire is damaged again and leaks air, it is recommended to use more professional repair methods or replace the tire if necessary. When using tubeless tire sealant, it is injected into the tire through the valve stem. As the car moves, the centrifugal force causes the sealant to evenly coat the inside of the tire, forming a sealing film on the inner surface to achieve the repair effect.