An inflator that seals flat tyre!

rajesh1868 · 23rd May 2008, 13:18

saw this in ebay
eBay India: QUICK FIX TYRE INFLATOR, ABRO U.S.A (item 110253459041 end time 23-May-2008 19:09:07 IST)

it says "Seals & Inflates most flat tyres within one minute."

has anyone tried anything like this?

cediafan · 23rd May 2008, 14:35

The sealing part I understand - looks like a standard tubeless tyre kit. Not sure how it inflates the tyre.

arpandiv · 23rd May 2008, 14:59

the sealant in it is pressurised. thus on pressing the knob it works like any aerosol can and thus inflates tyre.
Motul and GULF have this too. costing around 325-350 used it once in an emergency (rohtang pass) worked fine. BUT after usuage of this the tube cannot be repaired. But i guess in case of tubed tyres not many other options.
What i highly recommend is "SLIME", it lasts long and is preventive rather then post disaster(puncture) action.

gd1418 · 24th May 2008, 11:18

Can we have more details on this - "SLIME"?

Quote:

Originally Posted by arpandiv

What i highly recommend is "SLIME", it lasts long and is preventive rather then post disaster(puncture) action.

WasavaTyres · 24th May 2008, 12:08

Check this link : Slime Tube and Tire Sealant

arpandiv · 24th May 2008, 19:51

@yes thats the tyre sealant which can be used on tubeless/tubed tyres. it costs 900/- for a big bottle which fills in 4 car tyres.

This is the tyre inflator Slime 40001 Power Sport Tire Inflator

We bought it from N1- mumbai -
Speedworks(chennai ? ) has it too Slime compact flat tire repair and inflation system

Sankar · 24th May 2008, 20:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by rajesh1868

saw this in ebay
eBay India: QUICK FIX TYRE INFLATOR, ABRO U.S.A (item 110253459041 end time 23-May-2008 19:09:07 IST)

it says "Seals & Inflates most flat tyres within one minute."

has anyone tried anything like this?

I bought a similar can from Halfords in UK and it was mentioned that it's only for tubeless tyres.

tsk1979 · 17th July 2009, 11:17

I have ordered slime. Will fill it in once I get the tires changed.
I understand there will be some vibrations issue above 100-110kmph, but since my cruising speed is usually around 90kmph, the peace of mind for leh trip will be well worth it!

suman · 17th July 2009, 12:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by tsk1979

the peace of mind for leh trip will be well worth it!

IMHO, new tyres & air compressor & tubeless puncture repair kit are peace of mind enough

.....I would not knowingly go for something that will cause vibrations at high speeds.

gpa · 17th July 2009, 12:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by suman

I would not knowingly go for something that will cause vibrations at high speeds.

Would recommend that this is not done especially for high speed runs. But, I think for trecharous terrain it is well worth it.

tsk1979 · 17th July 2009, 13:15

I took feedback from sideways who uses this in his cars. Only around 105-110 band there are slight vibrations, other than that no issues at all.
I once tried to repair a tubless puncture. Its definitely not as easy as it looks!

sgiitk · 17th July 2009, 16:17

have even heard to the contrary. The stuff distributes itself out and after a little distance, say 15 km or so acts as a balancer!

sudev · 23rd October 2009, 10:15

Thanks will find out and try it. Knew about the product but have not tried it yet. I think I can still put it even though tires are not new.

Harry1983 · 23rd October 2009, 11:24

Can this Slime thing used on normal tyres as well? I mean Bridgestone S322 tyres as I do a lot of highway driving and always fear of my tyre getting punctured?

tsk1979 · 23rd October 2009, 11:37

Slime can be used on all tubeless tires.
Steps to follow
1. Balance tire
2. Remove valve
3. Put in Slime
4. Put in valve, and re-inflate

23rd May 2008, 13:18	#1
rajesh1868 BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: 515134 Posts: 321 Thanked: 336 Times	An inflator that seals flat tyre! saw this in ebay eBay India: QUICK FIX TYRE INFLATOR, ABRO U.S.A (item 110253459041 end time 23-May-2008 19:09:07 IST) it says "Seals & Inflates most flat tyres within one minute." has anyone tried anything like this?
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23rd May 2008, 14:35	#2
cediafan BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Pune Posts: 162 Thanked: 8 Times	The sealing part I understand - looks like a standard tubeless tyre kit. Not sure how it inflates the tyre.
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23rd May 2008, 14:59	#3
arpandiv BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mumbai Posts: 445 Thanked: 61 Times View My Garage	the sealant in it is pressurised. thus on pressing the knob it works like any aerosol can and thus inflates tyre. Motul and GULF have this too. costing around 325-350 used it once in an emergency (rohtang pass) worked fine. BUT after usuage of this the tube cannot be repaired. But i guess in case of tubed tyres not many other options. What i highly recommend is "SLIME", it lasts long and is preventive rather then post disaster(puncture) action.
	() Thanks

24th May 2008, 12:08	#5
WasavaTyres BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Indore Posts: 816 Thanked: 450 Times View My Garage	Check this link : Slime Tube and Tire Sealant
	() Thanks

24th May 2008, 19:51	#6
arpandiv BHPian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mumbai Posts: 445 Thanked: 61 Times View My Garage	@yes thats the tyre sealant which can be used on tubeless/tubed tyres. it costs 900/- for a big bottle which fills in 4 car tyres. This is the tyre inflator Slime 40001 Power Sport Tire Inflator We bought it from N1- mumbai - Speedworks(chennai ? ) has it too Slime compact flat tire repair and inflation system Last edited by arpandiv : 24th May 2008 at 19:53.
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17th July 2009, 11:17	#8
tsk1979 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 23,717 Thanked: 22,825 Times View My Garage	I have ordered slime. Will fill it in once I get the tires changed. I understand there will be some vibrations issue above 100-110kmph, but since my cruising speed is usually around 90kmph, the peace of mind for leh trip will be well worth it!
	() Thanks

17th July 2009, 13:15	#11
tsk1979 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 23,717 Thanked: 22,825 Times View My Garage	I took feedback from sideways who uses this in his cars. Only around 105-110 band there are slight vibrations, other than that no issues at all. I once tried to repair a tubless puncture. Its definitely not as easy as it looks!
	() Thanks

17th July 2009, 16:17	#12
sgiitk BANNED Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Gurugram Posts: 7,969 Thanked: 4,788 Times	have even heard to the contrary. The stuff distributes itself out and after a little distance, say 15 km or so acts as a balancer!
	() Thanks

23rd October 2009, 10:15	#13
sudev Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 3,838 Thanked: 3,179 Times	Thanks will find out and try it. Knew about the product but have not tried it yet. I think I can still put it even though tires are not new.
	() Thanks

23rd October 2009, 11:24	#14
Harry1983 BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 65 Thanked: 10 Times View My Garage	Can this Slime thing used on normal tyres as well? I mean Bridgestone S322 tyres as I do a lot of highway driving and always fear of my tyre getting punctured?
	() Thanks

23rd October 2009, 11:37	#15
tsk1979 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 23,717 Thanked: 22,825 Times View My Garage	Slime can be used on all tubeless tires. Steps to follow 1. Balance tire 2. Remove valve 3. Put in Slime 4. Put in valve, and re-inflate
	() Thanks