With my new upgrade 295/70-17/H2 combo , I want to build a small tire repair kit as I probably will not be able to use the stock tire if I get a flat due to tire diameter difference.

So far in my kit I have purchased:

1-Dynaplug Tire repair kit
2-Large bottle of "Slime"

What I'm missing a small inflation device. I would really like to find a CO2 type tire inflator.

Does any one have any recommendations/experiances?

Yeah......

I have a small 12v compressor (because it will be flat) and I use a tire reamer, plug seater and a pair of needle nose plus a pair of big *** channel locks.

I have used all of the above plus a giant hammer to remove screws, bolts and even a giant metal rod from my tires.

The rod required I put two plugs in at the same time to fill the huge hole.
I use Camel products. Forget the slime its only good for small (like the size of a needle) leaks.

kit
http://www.autoworldaccessories.com/script/newcategorypage.asp?category_id=1229

The fat cat plugs come in handy for big holes......
http://www.sherco-auto.com/tiresupply.htm

The md50 compressor is the one I bought. It rocks....
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The heart of this setup is an inexpensive compressor that has been available at Pep Boys, Checker/Schuck�s/Kragen, Auto Zone, and 4 Wheel Parts, among others. This is the Superflow model MV50. Depending where you shop, you may find a MasterFlow �Tsunami,� model MF-1050; they are the same. They could be had for as little as $24.99, but are more commonly priced in the $50-70 range. This compressor has more than held its own in head-to-head tests against more expensive compressors from more well known manufacturers.

The compressor comes with a carry bag and a number of accessories including an air hose with a fitting that screws onto your tire valve stems. It draws too much current (specs say 30A max) to power from a cigarette lighter socket, so it comes with battery clamps. As purchased, it has everything you need for basic tire inflation.

I took off the stock air hose/fitting and tapped a regular hole for a regular air hose from napa. I did not want the cheesy hose failing on me.
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Try to avoid injectible fluids like the "slime" and "fix a flat" - they will throw the tires out of balance and drive you nuts.

Try to avoid injectible fluids like the "slime" and "fix a flat" - they will throw the tires out of balance and drive you nuts.

It just depends on how much you pump in there. I think I put only about 4 pumps in each tire, works great with no vibration. Centrifugal force will evenly distribute the material so the balancing should remain the same.

(I forget what the bottle says for how much to put in, but I put in way less than they said, for your exact reason)

You're right. I overdid it once. Put a whole can of fix a flat in a 14" tire on my honda years ago.

No ill effects until it got real cold. Had to have frozen in there or turned to slush.

That is an awful vibration. I still won't use it unless I'm forced to, though.

Are looking for just a fix to get you home, or a permanent fix?
The only way to properly fix a puncture is to fix it from the inside. You need to dismount the tire and put a patch on the inside and fill the hole with a rubber plug from the inside out. DO NOT USE a fabric plug in a radial tire. The fabric will act as a wick and bring moisture directly to the steel belts, and then you get rust that leads to a seperation and a blow out.

Most places today, use a combination plug patch that they put in from the inside. Those work very well. The key to a good repair is proper technique and preperation.

If you are on the trail or on the side of the road, and you need to get it fixed to get you home, then you might have to plug the tire, but PLEASE have it fixed correctly as soon as you get home. You don't want that tire coming apart with your family in there. A tire plugged from the outside only, will fail in time. And, it won't be an opportune time either.

You really should carry a spare that is close enough to your tires diameter, and change it. That is the safest and best way.

What I'm looking is to build some "kit" that will get the vehicle home and/or to a tire shop and repaired correctly like you stated. Not sure, in a worse case scenario what would happen to the driveline if I mounted the OEM tire along with the 295/70/17...

SS Tuner. I am not sure what the overall diameter is of the tires you have. If you could find a tall skinny tire that would fit under the truck, you might be able to achieve it that way. I don't have any technical data on your size tire. Might check some tire websites and see if you can compare overall diameters.
You are on the right track with the emergency kit to get you home, and then fix it correctly.
That one post with the picture of the little compressor is a great idea. I am not sure what brand that was, but it looked really good. Also, maybe a 4 way tire wrench would be good as well as a small hydraulic jack, if you really want to go all out. They lift so much faster and easier than the stock stuff. Just a thought.
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Plugs are great for quick fixes, emergencies, and tires that have a year or less of life in them.

There is a small risk of them coming out if not done properly, I only saw that once or twice when working in a tire repair station.

But the main problem with a plug, is that most will "dry out" in a year or two, and will leak air through the fibers. Saw that a LOT.

You can patch them from the inside if that happens.

I do both, plug them once or twice, then take the tire in when the next leak happens, to get all the leaks and plugs patched. Guess I'm getting lazy.

What I'm looking is to build some "kit" that will get the vehicle home and/or to a tire shop and repaired correctly like you stated. Not sure, in a worse case scenario what would happen to the driveline if I mounted the OEM tire along with the 295/70/17...


No problem, as long as you run your spare on the front in 2wd, so if you have your flat on the back, steal a steer and replace the steer with the spare, I would do this before using a plug