Have you ever been stranded on the side of the road with a flat tire? It happened to me the other day, and luckily, I had some essential items in my car that helped me repair the tire myself without having to rely on calling for help. In this blog post, I will share with you the items that I carry in my car for such emergencies and how I used them to fix my flat tire.
The first item that I always carry is a 12-volt air pump, which you can easily find at your local Walmart or Canadian Tire for around $30. This air pump came in handy when my tire went flat, as it allowed me to fill up the tire and get back on the road quickly.
Another essential item that I carry is a puck kit, which is necessary for jacking up the car to change the tire. This kit is crucial, especially if you are outside of a major city and may not have immediate access to help. It only costs around $20-25 and is worth having in your trunk.
I also carry a can of slime, which is an aerosol sealant that can temporarily fix a flat tire. However, it is essential to note that this is just a quick fix and will ruin the inside of your tire, so it is best to get it repaired properly as soon as possible.
The most important item that I carry is a tire plug kit, which I used to fix my flat tire in just five to ten minutes. This kit can be found at stores like Princess Auto, Harbor Freight, or Walmart for around $10-15. Using this plug kit, I was able to locate the screw causing the flat tire, plug it, and then fill up the tire using the air pump.
I made a small mistake while using the plug kit by not using a soap and water mixture to make the hole bigger, which would have made the process easier. However, I was still able to successfully repair the tire on my own.
Having these essential items in my car has saved me from being stranded on the side of the road multiple times. It is always better to be prepared for emergencies like flat tires, especially if you are traveling in remote areas where help may not be readily available.
I hope this blog post has shown you how easy it can be to fix a flat tire with the right tools and preparation. If you found this information useful, please like the post, subscribe to my channel for more content like this, and ring the bell to be notified of future videos. Thank you for reading!
