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Why is it worth having a tire repair kit?
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Tires are of better and better quality, it is more and more difficult to puncture them, so unpleasant situations on the road occur less often than before. This may lull the vigilance of drivers who, not being afraid of a flat tire, do not have the appropriate equipment to repair it and continue their journey or at least get to the nearest car repair shop. All you need to do is have a tire repair kit in your car.
Repair kit instead of spare wheel?
A punctured tire requires replacement or repair, so drivers can use one of three solutions in such a situation - a spare wheel, a spare wheel or a repair kit. Which option is best? Most people will answer without hesitation - a spare tire, after installing it you can continue driving safely and do not have to give up your further journey. However, it is not so obvious...
The tire mounted on the spare wheel is new, previously unused and therefore different from the other three. It is often in better condition, which you will definitely feel while driving, but this difference does not necessarily have a positive impact on driving comfort and safety. Additionally, a problem may occur when changing a punctured winter tire to a spare summer tire or vice versa. You know that the tread of both is different, it is different and has a completely different function. In this case, safety is no longer so certain.
We also have a spare wheel to choose from, which is a temporary solution. You can drive at a maximum speed of 80 km/h with the spare wheel installed. It is also worth emphasizing that the grip of such wheels is much worse than that of regular tires. We do not recommend wearing it in winter conditions.
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Finally, the tire repair kit . Many drivers still don't particularly trust it, which is a shame, because it can be helpful in many situations. Thanks to it, you can continue driving on the same tire after the repair, so you still get the same tread, grip, and compound performance. The damaged tire is restored to full performance in a very short time. The repair doesn't require any force on your part; you don't need a jack, and your hands are clean. However, if the damage is truly extensive, the repair kit won't replace a spare tire. So it's worth having both options.
Tire repair kit – what's in it?
What exactly is a tire repair kit , and what can you find inside? The simplest is simply tire sealant. It's a liquid spare tire, which requires a compressor to use.
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An alternative is a tire repair kit with sealant and a compressor, which includes everything you need. The sealant is applied through the valve, while the sealant is simultaneously injected and the tire inflated. The entire process takes a maximum of 5 minutes, significantly less than changing a tire. Both tire sealant and a comprehensive tire repair kit are available at Moje Auto Virage.
Can you swap your spare tire for a liquid spare? We never swap, but we equip your vehicle with a repair kit that will help you quickly and easily fix minor problems without having to change a tire. Keep in mind that sometimes you might need a larger spare tire.
