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But it does sound like you didn't know how to repair a flat. Any hardware store and most gas stations will have either a plug kit, or some of that horrible blo
by sandworm101 1y ago
But it does sound like you didn't know how to repair a flat. Any hardware store and most gas stations will have either a plug kit, or some of that horrible blow-in sealant in a can. Either will get you back on the within an hour.
(Fyi, if anyone reading this does ever use that sealant stuff, when you get to a proper repair shop TELL THEM about the sealant before I pop the bead and spray it all over the shop.)
- ethbr1 1y agoRef for anyone reading, plug kits + a DC-powered inflator should live in all your cars. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_ocVkYAAaVg https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_ocVkYAAaVg Turns an "omg" problem into "eh, hold my beer..." for 99% of tire punctures.
- sandworm101 1y agoI would add a jumpstart kit and/or cables, preferably with the knowledge of how to use them safely. (Even teslas occasionally need to be jumped.) On long drives I also bring a small fire extinguisher (I take the one from my kitchen). Never had to use it but you don't need it until you do.
- ethbr1 1y agoAs my father quipped, 'It's amazing how much luckier well-prepared people are.'
- shortformblog 1y agoOur tire was shredded so that would not have worked.