Tire Plugs For CT Tires (example Dynaplug Pro)

[arodriguezfeo]

Any thoughts on a good tire plug for CT flats? I have a Dynaplug Pro, which is supposed to be good for truck tires. I know there are others.

I prefer not to use Fix-aFlat type substances to seal leaks.

Thanks, all.

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[M0unt41nm4n]

You can get them all over Amazon. I think mine cost $7.00 which included the tool, a file, a razor knife, and the bacon plugs along with a case.

But once you have that you will definitely need a small air compressor and maybe a hose, etc. Lots of threads here on that topic. You may also need a bottle jack, but you can probably get away with not having one if the tires are rolled to where you can access the puncture. YMMV on that last one.

 

[Bobo_LaDouche]

Lots of opinions about flats on this website, so I will offer mine. I do drive offroad for a living, but I keep it as gentle as I can. I am typically 40 miles or farther from pavement, and 100+ from services. I drove offroad across northern Siberia several times, in -40F weather, and used the same set-up. I have had 36 flat tires in the last 4 or 5 years in Nevada. I use only 10-ply tires, except the new CT, but will change when these are worn out. Less than 10-ply just never works for long, offroad.

I carry the following:
1. Puncture fixer, as you are asking about. Also, lots of spare plugs, maybe 20 or 30. Another can of extra rubber cement. You can put a lot of those plugs in a big hole. If you fix it quick, there is less air to put back in the tire, so keep this kit under the back seat.
2. Fix-a-flat (2 cans). I hate the stuff. But sometimes it is the solution, or part of it.
3. Spare tire, but only one. I never leave home without one.
4. Air pump; now it is the Dewalt 20volt since it works on 120v and 20v battery and 12v. Small and efficient, versatile.
5. Appropriate jack. The CT is tricky, since the specified heights are not exactly clear ( 7 1/2" - 21"??). I have the Tesla jack. Several other jacks are reported here, though it is not always clear that they have been tested with a flat tire. Having it and using it successfully are two different things.
6. Better breaker-bar for the lugnuts. I have a Harbor Freight model.
7. Pads for sitting or laying on the ground in the cold (Costco kitchen mats, soft rubber things). Pads are useful for many things.
8. Leather gloves. I don't like to get my hands dirty. )
9. Short rod tool - "end wheel hanger and lug guide tool" that screws into the axle lugnut bolthole to assist with mounting the tire and aligning the lugnuts (Steelman p.n. 61012). This 1 rod assists to get the lug nuts started. That tire does feel like 100 lbs to me, and I am lazy.
10. I require all employees to change a tire in the parking lot before heading into the field their first time. Therefore I also do this, with new vehicles. You might try it yourself. It is enlightening to see what goes wrong, while at home.

Anyways, just my opinion.

 

[Trekboy]

Lots of opinions about flats on this website, so I will offer mine. I do drive offroad for a living, but I keep it as gentle as I can. I am typically 40 miles or farther from pavement, and 100+ from services. I drove offroad across northern Siberia several times, in -40F weather, and used the same set-up. I have had 36 flat tires in the last 4 or 5 years in Nevada. I use only 10-ply tires, except the new CT, but will change when these are worn out. Less than 10-ply just never works for long, offroad.

I carry the following:
1. Puncture fixer, as you are asking about. Also, lots of spare plugs, maybe 20 or 30. Another can of extra rubber cement. You can put a lot of those plugs in a big hole. If you fix it quick, there is less air to put back in the tire, so keep this kit under the back seat.
2. Fix-a-flat (2 cans). I hate the stuff. But sometimes it is the solution, or part of it.
3. Spare tire, but only one. I never leave home without one.
4. Air pump; now it is the Dewalt 20volt since it works on 120v and 20v battery and 12v. Small and efficient, versatile.
5. Appropriate jack. The CT is tricky, since the specified heights are not exactly clear ( 7 1/2" - 21"??). I have the Tesla jack. Several other jacks are reported here, though it is not always clear that they have been tested with a flat tire. Having it and using it successfully are two different things.
6. Better breaker-bar for the lugnuts. I have a Harbor Freight model.
7. Pads for sitting or laying on the ground in the cold (Costco kitchen mats, soft rubber things). Pads are useful for many things.
8. Leather gloves. I don't like to get my hands dirty. )
9. Short rod tool - "end wheel hanger and lug guide tool" that screws into the axle lugnut bolthole to assist with mounting the tire and aligning the lugnuts (Steelman p.n. 61012). This 1 rod assists to get the lug nuts started. That tire does feel like 100 lbs to me, and I am lazy.
10. I require all employees to change a tire in the parking lot before heading into the field their first time. Therefore I also do this, with new vehicles. You might try it yourself. It is enlightening to see what goes wrong, while at home.

Anyways, just my opinion.

Your post was excellent and got me thinking about a lot of things...more plugs, more cement, AND a "lug guide tool", which I really was unfamiliar with. When I do get my Cybertruck, I've been planning on occasionally swapping out off-road tires with highway tires. I have all the rest of the garage stuff...air tools, floor jacks, torque wrenches, but I knew, because of the weight of those beefy tires I would be struggling (I'm retired). Walla...I ordered the Steelman 61012, and now I'm totally looking forward to tire changes LOL!

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