(Optional) Repair an on-road tire.

Repair should include

  • removing the tire from the wheel
  • reaming the injury hole
  • cleaning the area
  • applying glue
  • installing a patch
  • stitching the patch
  • applying liner sealer
  • reinstalling the tire
  • verifying the integrity of the patch.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why should one use a patch as opposed to a plug?
  • What is the repairable area of the tire?
  • What is the largest hole that can be successfully repaired?