What are the types of tire repair methods and their characteristics?
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Tire repair methods include plug patch, patch repair, and mushroom plug repair. Here are the relevant introductions: 1. Plug patch: This method is also the most primitive. The characteristics are relatively simple operation and low cost, but the disadvantage is that it is not very durable and causes certain damage to the tire. 2. Patch repair: This involves removing the tire from the rim, applying a special repair patch to the punctured area, and then reinstalling it. The characteristics are fast repair speed and relatively affordable price, making it quite popular. 3. Mushroom plug repair: This repair method is an internal repair and is also quite common in daily use. The characteristic is that it can effectively fill the gaps in the damaged hole and has high reliability.
Over my years of driving, I've encountered several flat tires and learned various tire repair methods. The most common is cold patching, which involves sticking a small rubber patch - super simple to do, even at home, saving money and time, though not the most durable, suitable for small punctures. Then there's hot vulcanization, requiring heating equipment for repair, offering high strength and wear resistance, extending tire life, but it's more time-consuming and costly, ideal for frequent long-distance drivers. Mushroom plugs are also popular, inserting a mushroom-shaped plug into the hole for excellent sealing, especially effective for larger punctures. The rope plug method is the most emergency-ready, inserting a strip to temporarily stop the leak, doable even while driving, though not long-lasting, so it's advised to visit a shop soon. Tire sealant is convenient too, injected to automatically seal small punctures, great for road trips, but effectiveness varies, and it won't work for major leaks. In short, choosing a method depends on the hole size, driving conditions, and budget.
