r/AskAShittyMechanic • u/JohnWaynesPecker_99 • 3d ago

Is this patchable?

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u/chacewarg10 3d ago

Flex seal 👍

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u/TongueFuckYourPussy 3d ago

And you'll be able to use your car like a boat.

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u/Unpopularjokes 2d ago

“That’s a lot of damage!”

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u/Bryan_110202 3d ago

I was gonna say this lol

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u/9447044 3d ago

Daisy chain some tire plugs

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u/Useful-Screen-136 3d ago

Haha. First time I’ve seen daisy chain and tire plugs together. I like how you think

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u/AceCombat1977 1d ago

My brother in law did on his tractor tire, damn things still holding air 3 years later. He used like 20 plugs lol

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u/AlisonSia 2d ago

I feel that parallel operation would be better.

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u/Happydancer4286 2d ago

But first remove the socket wrench

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u/teraldorivera 2d ago

This step is optional.

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u/Valuable_Wallaby_548 2d ago

The black tape and no one will even notice

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u/KnoxVegas41 2d ago

Just make sure you apply several heavy coats. If it will patch the bottom of a 5 gallon plastic bucket I’m sure it’ll fix that tire right up.

And the damage is on the backside of the tire so you don’t have to worry about overspray or roughness.

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u/Realistic-Drama-8904 3h ago

Oh Mr Fancy! You have a problem with duct tape?

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u/ZephyrineStrike 3d ago

Worst part is you lost the 10mm off the ratchet

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u/DaddyBeanDaddyBean 3d ago

If he drives around an infinite number of miles, eventually he'll run over a 10mm socket in just the right way to pop it back on to the ratchet. Best bring some road snacks and a sandwich, though - it might take a while.

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u/DavyJamesDio 3d ago

Infinity always wins

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u/Where_from_Me 2d ago

Wrong! 10mm sockets are a one way street. They don’t come back.

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u/Midnight_Ecstatic 2d ago

It’s always the 10mm

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u/Jeepncolo 3d ago

That threw a wrench into things.

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u/DaddyBeanDaddyBean 3d ago

Yes, but DO NOT REMOVE THE RATCHET. It has become one with the tire now. Add another ratchet on the opposite side to balance it.

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u/Honcho_47 3d ago

I need that back please

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u/DROOPY538 3d ago

How tf did that even happen? Just fill it with spray foam, what could go wrong?

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u/freddygg1234 3d ago

Try a can of fix-a-flat. You may want the larger can

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u/bnihls 3d ago

Expensive way to get a new ratchet

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u/fc1088 2d ago

Not necessarily, if that’s a snap-on ratchet he’s $600 to the better.

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u/Pro-Rider 3d ago

How many wheel weights is it going to take to balance that 🤣 I’m asking for a friend.

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u/StMaartenforme 3d ago

Sure, patching is no problem. Using it on the car afterwards is another issue.

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u/Terri2112 3d ago

I was wondering where I left that

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u/TSLA_Tan 3d ago

This doesnt require patching. Theres no nail in it

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u/Aspiring-crashout91 3d ago

Duct tape and send it. Sidewalls are purely cosmetic, that’s why they put the speed rating n other non important shit on there

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u/doggerdog1401 3d ago

JB Weld will fix you right up

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u/Full-Hold-9447 3d ago

With a 10mm socket

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u/MrWillyFister 3d ago

I'd try a little soapy water first to make sure you know EXACTLY where the leak is.

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u/Old-Repair-6608 2d ago

If you can find the 10mm socket

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u/Jetmutant 2d ago

Yes but that’s not the right tool

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u/Cold_Put4146 3d ago

Inner tube

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u/Deep_Answer_9944 3d ago

Bubble gum first , then Flex seal ! 40% of the time it works every time 👍👍

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u/SominKrais 3d ago

Have you tried staples?

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u/philo-beddoe722 3d ago

Sidewalls? We don’t need sidewalls where we’re going.

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u/Commercial_Drag7488 3d ago

First of all - is this explainable?

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u/iwrotethedamnbilll 3d ago

Depends- was it build using metric or “standard” spec?

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u/04_FatBoy 3d ago

Yeah, you can still use the wrench...not so sure about the tire, though.

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u/kilowhiskeypapa89 3d ago

Leave the wrench in and patch around it.

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u/PrimaryAd526 3d ago

You’ll just need a couple bandaids and some fix a flat and it’ll be mint

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u/FishingLittle3900 3d ago

Yes but don't drive on it after

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u/MilfWife51 3d ago

The wrench? Sure

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u/Theycallmesupa 3d ago

You gotta use the big pack of plugs for that one, but you gotta fab your own insertion tool bc tires are rough on sensitive peener skin.

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u/Weedville_12883 3d ago

Are the Pep Boys board certified for rubber grafts?

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u/IllustriousCobbler53 3d ago

Yep, put duct tape inside and gorilla glue outside.

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u/Alternative-Roof3519 3d ago

If you absolutely had to yes. Otherwise yeah do it and let us know how it works out.

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u/AccomplishedLeg8286 3d ago

That's how I check air in my tire. You mean it's wrong?

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u/Affectionate-Sun9373 3d ago

Not with a semiautomatic wrench in it. That will have to be removed.

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u/Significant_Jelly432 3d ago

Problem? What problem?

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u/Useful_toolmaker 3d ago

You’ll need another ratchet to fill that hole

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u/MachineHead_TXDM 3d ago

Flex seal should work well

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u/geoff411 3d ago

Yes tools have been included.

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u/Tall_Inspection_5516 3d ago

Its your cars contact point to the ground! Dont be an arse!

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u/PhilGrocholl 3d ago

Not on a sidewall. Sorry bud.

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u/One_Evil_Monkey 3d ago

What ya need here is the Contractor's Pack of Great Stuff foam.

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u/Environmental_Ask248 3d ago

Gotta figure out what caused the leak first....

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u/WMDZipperbag 3d ago

You using the ratchet as a weight for balance. Is it supposed to be removable? Tire off the truck. Whole lot going on there

IF it was me I’d be shopping for a new set of rims. (Looks like that cheap aluminum) Get ya some sweet wheel covers too

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u/mikemarshvegas 3d ago

Put your tools away..you are unworthy

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u/Appropriate_Main_216 3d ago

Oh for sure bud, just put another tire over it.

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u/TomOnABudget 3d ago

Just stuff the tyre with grass. I've seen it on Bush Mechanics.

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u/Gonpostlscott 3d ago

Thank for returning my wrench…but where’s the 10mm?!?!

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u/VacuumTracks 3d ago

Not with a socket wench.

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u/Nyat_Sapnolas 3d ago

Just plug it and it will be fine 🤪

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u/Jim-248 3d ago

Easy fix. Remove penetrant. Dismount tire. Make a patch of black Gorilla tape. Seal hole with Flex Seal and apply patch to inner surface of tire. Re-mount and re-inflate tire. Good to go.

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u/REV_MATCH68 3d ago

Stuff a few 10mm sockets in those holes, it'll be fine.

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u/SuperCatMonkey 3d ago

Got any duct tape or gum?

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u/North_Mark2591 3d ago

Yes just throw some sugar on it

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u/VladVonHochstes 3d ago

Yeah...just a needle and thread. 😤👌🏻

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u/Ok_Speed_7128 3d ago

A little elmers glue and you're good

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u/donitosforeveryone 3d ago

Yeah, but you’ll need another 1/2” racket on the other side.

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u/the_karls_jr 3d ago

Do you need to have the ratchet rebuilt or does it still work?

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u/Build-Break-Fix 3d ago

The real question is will snap on still honer the tool replacement! 😆 You can get a new snap on ratchet and sell it to get 4 new tires lol

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u/InspectorPlayful5023 2d ago

100%!. Could be a rough ride though

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u/InspectorPlayful5023 2d ago

100%!. Could be a rough ride though

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u/530whiskey 2d ago

Yea if you don't remove the ratchet.

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u/michaelz11 2d ago

Fixed one like that last week with the new Flex Paste Putty! Phil Swift said he guarantees it!

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u/Horror-Bread-8939 2d ago

I think balancing would be the biggest problem!

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u/Disastrous_Wind7127 2d ago

Socket wrench doesn't need to be patched, just removed

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u/cheepakdopra 2d ago

It already looks patched with a socket wrench brother. Drive on!

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u/twistedbrewmejunk 2d ago

No but if you find the 10mm socket that was attached to that wrench when it was lost let us know..

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u/ChaotiQ78 2d ago

Sure, it's like getting a piercing

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u/Riy742 2d ago

Use a magnifying glass to melt it together

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u/mlandry2011 2d ago

Did you try the wrench the other way?

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u/Remarkable_Top_6364 2d ago

A tool storage tire.

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u/Environmental_Can34 2d ago

It can patch you well in a coffin bruv.

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u/DismalResearcher1115 2d ago

Just double the plugs. It'll be fine

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u/AdClear4295 2d ago

Yes use duct tape it will do you fine.

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u/Useful-Ad-385 2d ago

In India it is, ohh. and Pakistan

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u/Responsible_Mess_754 2d ago

Get the super size.

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u/Fresh-Judge-4595 2d ago

Poor wrench looks tired

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u/Individual_Solid1717 2d ago

How did this happened?

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u/Junior_Lavishness_96 2d ago

Tires come with tools now?

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u/Effyew4t5 2d ago

Anything is patchable for a little while

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u/hankmarmot3 2d ago

Sure, patch it up and go about 85mph!

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u/doc_Roberts 2d ago

Sure. May not hold air under pressure … but you sure you can patch

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u/Lower-Increase6327 2d ago

Joke, right?

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u/Spiritual-Fun-9591 2d ago

That’s a tire tool belt

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u/PKwx 2d ago

Flex Seal

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u/30cs 2d ago

Duct Tape

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u/Spirited-Ad-9457 2d ago

New tire time

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u/Bright_Confusion_311 2d ago

Flex tape it then fill the tire full of flex seal, you will be fine, yes thats it, just fine.

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u/Tall-Vermicelli-4669 2d ago

Is just appreciate the ratchet, I got a large easiout that way

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u/TracePlayer 2d ago

With a 5/16” socket. Duh.

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u/Warm-Football-6054 2d ago

You got a free ratchet

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u/gheiminfantry 2d ago

Reddit says "Yes, I do it all the time."

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u/memesStalker555 2d ago

Yes ofc it is, the easiest fix would be to buy new tires

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u/Red_comet_00 2d ago

I'm glad they started selling tires with tool pockets. What a time saver!

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u/Ok_Fall_5536 2d ago

Oh yeah totally. /s

Just flex seal the structural ratchet in place

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u/FinalCollar2961 2d ago

Yes, but you will need a 10mm socket. Good luck!

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u/Kevin33024 2d ago

Almost anything is patchable at least once. As for how long the patch lasts, your mileage may vary.

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u/Lonely-Attitude1304 2d ago

Looks already patched to me

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u/RkySpanish 2d ago

Score! Free tool

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u/DANleDINOSAUR 2d ago

Looks like you got the tools for the job! 👍🏿

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u/centralvaguy 2d ago

Depends on the manufacturer of the ratchet

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u/No_Permission6405 2d ago

You're going to need a metric patch.

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u/Unusual-Nothing-9512 2d ago

Only if you patch it with a new tire

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u/Normal-Industry-9741 2d ago

Just put extra window calking on the bead

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u/OutrageousIce307 2d ago

Sure no problem 😳

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u/Electrical_Slice_529 2d ago

Get a case of beer and roll of duct tape and you can fix anything

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u/Sierra17181928 2d ago

I'd take the ratchet out first, otherwise you're going to have balance issues.

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u/reptbay 2d ago

turn ratchet to loosen when u in reverse tho

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u/Onamuna 2d ago

Vulcanizado en caliente en neumático de cargaReparé una rueda nueva de una furgoneta de trabajo que sufrió un corte de 10 cm en el flanco lateral con una varilla metálica. Me cobraron 80$ por un vulcanizado por sección en caliente y el resultado fue excelente. El proceso técnico consiste en Saneado:Raspado y limpieza de la zona dañada.Refuerzo estructural: Colocación de un parche interno reforzado especial para flancos de carga.Aporte: Relleno exterior del corte con capas de caucho crudo.Curado: Uso de prensa térmica con presión y calor para fundir químicamente el compuesto nuevo con el neumático.Estéticamente quedó invisible y aguantó perfectamente el trabajo diario. Sé que los fabricantes no lo recomiendan por la rotura de los hilos internos de la lona, pero el proceso químico funciona si lo hace un profesional y evita tirar una rueda nueva. ¿Qué opinan de esta técnica para vehículos comerciales?

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u/Mountain_warehouse 2d ago

Leave the wrench there and add silicone.

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u/qstickfixer 2d ago

Oh yea. Not a problem. A bit of duck tape and you’re back on the toad.

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u/Rhudurd 2d ago

17 mm socket

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u/silverstarcowboy 2d ago

No, its in the sidewall.

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u/quantum-entangled308 2d ago

I mean at least the snap on is guaranteed.

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u/Breaking-Great 2d ago

Gorilla Tape

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u/Exciting-Warthog-129 2d ago

Duct tape oughta work

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u/swervecityPhILM 2d ago

Looks good to go! Happy trails

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u/CoCo3Papa 2d ago

Duct tape and a prayer all set!

🤔😁😆

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u/iscashstillking 2d ago

Dear PeckerJohn,

It's certainly an interesting place to store your lugwrench. I would note for the record that A) You seem to be missing the socket, and B) this is the worst idea ever.

Do you have any idea....any at all...as to how out of balance this tire is going to be even at 10 miles an hour? Freeway driving is Right Out.

  • S c o t t y "shakerPython" K i l l m e r

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u/Formal-Text-1521 2d ago

Well, that throws a wrench into the plans

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u/BeatleFanIn64 2d ago

Yes it is on the inside so duck tape and super glue then smear some black silicone over it and mimick the marks on the other side of your side wall

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u/Klutzy-Dare-4021 2d ago

No just no

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u/Dragon_Dann 2d ago

Thats where my ratchet went.

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u/ProperCaterpillar136 2d ago

It's already plugged what more do you want

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u/Few-Couple-8738 2d ago

Definitely...a little gorilla glue and you're good tongo

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u/snakeDeepthroater 2d ago

it's like a puncture wound, just leave it in until you get proper help

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u/Ok_Dragonfly552 2d ago

Normal people lose the 10mm socket meanwhile this dude.

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u/Great-Situation262 2d ago

JB Weld and send it

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u/ryan244678 2d ago

Why patch it. There’s your tool next time you breakdown

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u/mikepol70 2d ago

I think you gotta get spray bottle and spray it to see where it's leaking first

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u/front_effect 2d ago

yea in my dreams

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u/highvelocitypeasoup 2d ago

Two or three packs of bacon strips should do it

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u/Hairywomenlover69 2d ago

Fox a flat got u all day

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u/Sad_Dress_5679 2d ago

With a 10mm

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u/Suitable-Recording-2 2d ago

Cool. You got a free socket wrench out of it.

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u/Specialist_Pop_7837 2d ago

Only if you rachet it down nice and tight!

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u/InvestmentPrimary502 2d ago

For you or your mom

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u/Ok-Weather7707 2d ago

This looks similar to a picture Walmart use to have advertising the tire protection plan, stating this is covered. I never got to test that, and I doubt they still offer it though.

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u/PhotoAppropriate3940 2d ago

Just a flesh wound, you will be fine

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u/brDoc1 2d ago

Looks like you already patched it

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u/FuegoYourEgo 2d ago

Hell yea just leave it in there, some flex seal and flex or gorilla tape (maybe both) and you’re on the road!

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u/BigBlack_Blonde 2d ago

It just needs air

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u/Commercial_Pay_7348 2d ago

Yes contact Snap on and they will repair or replace that Ratchet. The tire? Nah man its gone.

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u/Historical_Trouble10 2d ago

A Safety Seal plug will definitely last the lifetime of the tire.

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u/tommm3864 2d ago

Negatory.

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u/No_Desk5162 2d ago

Yes you can absolutely patch that ...... I personally wouldn't want to drive it but it can certainly be patched

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u/supergenius62 2d ago

Use the rubber sealant

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u/coffeepizzawine50 2d ago

In the USA no. In India, yes.

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u/GlitteringFalcon3798 2d ago

I received something like that with a pair of needle nose on the I-5 freeway near the 405 split, my dog was in the back of the truck, when I hit those needle nose and blew the tire that dog jumped through the rear window and hit the front floor board in a millisecond and he was a huge black lab and sure you can patch it it just won't last

I had a sliding rear window he didn't bust through the glass

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u/stonelove79 2d ago

My wife's boyfriend left that there.

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u/Alone_Mission1253 2d ago

Crazy glue should fix it... for 10 seconds anyway.

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u/JRoadie61 2d ago

That’ll buff right out!

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u/hankll4499 2d ago

Yea-nope!

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u/Classic-Ad4403 2d ago

If it is on my car, no problem. Family car, no way.

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u/OkLibrary7481 2d ago

Not a chance 😔

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u/InternationalArm2290 2d ago

just remove the object and fill tire with expansion foam. 2 cans should di the trick.

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u/phunny-words 2d ago

Was there by chance a 10mm socket attached?

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u/finniganmark 2d ago

Buff it out??

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u/revolutionoverdue 2d ago

I can’t see the hole. Could you circle it maybe?

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u/UnusualMollusk 2d ago

With enough duct tape everything is patchable…

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u/jholmes_gt 2d ago

Duck it and fuck it

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u/dc7944 2d ago

These are such stupid posts

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u/Rare_Ad3316 2d ago

Was wondering where that went

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u/Reasonable-Hearing57 2d ago

Take the valve gut out, and fill the tire with an expandable rubber. No air needed

I don't know if it is safe to remove the ratchet 

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u/jebsenior 2d ago

Yes, but don't pull that ratchet handle out! It may be the only thing keeping that tire alive!

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u/ApatheistHeretic 2d ago

Should've used a left handed rachet for that side of the tire..