Tire Inflator
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Tire Inflator
I really like the little gizmo! I had to break it out a week or so ago because it got cold and the TPMS light came on. But it's really nice! It has a screw-on hose connection, works fast, and seems quite rugged.
I'd like to get one just like it for my other car. Is there anywhere I can buy it (don't need the whole kit)? Or does anyone make a unit of similar quality? The ones sold in department / auto stores seem to be made rather cheaply.
I'd like to get one just like it for my other car. Is there anywhere I can buy it (don't need the whole kit)? Or does anyone make a unit of similar quality? The ones sold in department / auto stores seem to be made rather cheaply.
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The tire pump is in the trunk, forward on the passenger side.
If you just see two little straps there, someone else has it.
It works well, just don't use the tire-goo, it ruins the tire.
S
If you just see two little straps there, someone else has it.
It works well, just don't use the tire-goo, it ruins the tire.
S
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My car didn't have the kit when I bought it. I called the dealership about a replacement and they quoted me a price of about $500!
So, yeah, I sure hope that compressor is super nice and rugged and whatnot. Is it made out of gold and diamonds?
So, yeah, I sure hope that compressor is super nice and rugged and whatnot. Is it made out of gold and diamonds?
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Ive used the goop before. Had to, I had a flat at work in the winter at midnight. with no compressor (car didnt come with it). Just a can of fix-a-flat. As long as you get the tire repaired within 24 hours of use, your tires will be okay.
WHen they dismounted the tire, it just poured out like water and they hosed off the inside of the tire, patched it, good to go
WHen they dismounted the tire, it just poured out like water and they hosed off the inside of the tire, patched it, good to go
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yeah the tire guys love opening up a tire with fix-a-flat or somethinglike it inside....next time don't tell them you have it in there they really like that....hahah.....
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Ive used the goop before. Had to, I had a flat at work in the winter at midnight. with no compressor (car didnt come with it). Just a can of fix-a-flat. As long as you get the tire repaired within 24 hours of use, your tires will be okay.
WHen they dismounted the tire, it just poured out like water and they hosed off the inside of the tire, patched it, good to go
WHen they dismounted the tire, it just poured out like water and they hosed off the inside of the tire, patched it, good to go
TireRack sells a ContiComfort Kit similar to the Mazda kit for $79.
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Another surprisingly effective option is a good foot-pump, though they do usually require occasional oiling to maintain a good seal. I used to use one before the cheap electric pumps became common.
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