Originally Posted by malcb
Live and learn - don't think we have such kits in the UK.I take it the repair is permament? Given the cost of a tire shop doing the job, and cleaning the goop first (for which I understand they charge extra), plus balance and a new valve, I would probably save $30 first time.
The repair is permanent, but must be in the tread area - not on a sidewall. You are exactly right about cost - you save the cost of the kit with the first plug. And I also agree that AAA is a good thing to have, as others have mentioned. Especially if you have lots of time to waste! The last time I used them, it took two hours to get a tow truck to me and of course tow trucks don't do tire repairs...so, for a simple puncture like a nail, or something similar, a quick plug and the most time you've killed is inflating the tire. In lieu of a spare, I think it is pretty good 'insurance.'