Has anyone used this kit:



http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/...tkit/index.jsp

Tirerack recommends it when you're getting rid of your run flats and I've heard it is supposed to be much easier to remove than that fix-a-flat goo.

Question: Has anyone tried it on a tire? If so, were you able to get the tire repaired after? And did the tire shop have any problems with the latex sealant?

 

I carry one,but never had to use it so I have the same questions as you.
Maybe some one from Tire Rack would know as I'm sure they have repaired tires with that sealeant in them






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I own one. I haven't used it to fix a flat, but I use it frequently to keep my tires inflated. And, mainly in the winter, just having it with me is reassuring, since my winter tires aren't run flats.

 

I've heard that the sealant is water soluble so it should be easier to clean. Just want to make sure that it's worth the extra $$.

 

I also ditched the run-flats and use dedicated Blizzaks for winter and Kumhos for summer. I spent the money and haul it around w/ me. I've never used it. I understand that the product is VERY different from the product known as "SLIME". I have heard (though not confirmed) that some places won't deal with a slime-filled repair, and that the Conti product is very user and product (tire and wheel) friendly.

Call the Tire Rack, I know they are there to sell you stuff, but I really doubt they would be doing the business they are doing is they were selling us all a bunch of crap.

 

I have one and tirerack sells refills

You might also want to consider a dynaplug http://www.dynaplug.com/ Pretty cheap but in both cases, you must still get the hole professionally patched.

 

I DID call Tire Rack. But what I want to know is whether anyone has actually tried the stuff on the road. More importantly, has anyone tried to have a tire repaired that was fixed with the kit.

 

Ive been meaning to get one of these Conti kits! I too got rid of my run-flats long ago. Question, Is this thing compact enough to fit into the storage area where the Mini tool kit is stored? Id like to keep it there if at all possible and get rid of the bulky Pep-Boys air-pump i carry around with now

 

I have used the kit many times as an air pump in my 2+ years of having them in every car. I am frugal, so In use plugs on an impact site, and have it dimounted and repaired asap. The refill has a cost replacment, so I try to not use it.

We did do a sealing and tire dismount and cleaning when we were trained on the products.

Alex

 

I'd also like to know whether the Conti kit is small enough to store in one of the boot compartments. Also, what's the difference between this and the Ultrik kit sold by Minimania? That kit apparently will apparently fit in the boot compartment.

 

I have been reading and searching for a good air pump (air compressor) to carry onboard in my MINI. I think I have finally found a very good option. It is the Master Flow Cyclone MF-1040.

It is a pump without the cutsie plastic housing. No lights, just a pump. The air hose is soft and pliable and has a screw-on fitting for the valve stem. Compared to many I have seen, it is not overly noisey and doesn't not vibrate too much. It has a 12 min duty cycle. The power cord is nice and long and fits and works with the rear power outlet. This pump along with a tire plug kit gives me a much more secure feeling about driving without a spare, run-flat or not. I can now stop, patch, fill and drive without worrying about a run-flat speed limit or mileage limit. When convenient, then take the tire to a shop for a proper patch.

It fits into the rear cubby nicely with or without the fabric case it comes with. I found this pump at Pep Boys for $27.95. It appears to made much better than others I have seen. Here are a couple of pic with the pump mounted in various positions.



Pump, hose and power cord



Pump in right rear cubby pointing forward



Pump facing rearward, not there is a lot of dry storage room for the patch or plug kit or anything else outboard of the flange



It comes with a nice fabric bag and will even fit this way too.

YD

 

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Thanks for the info! I finally decided on the ContiComfort and a Dynaplug tool.

http://www.dynaplug.com/