Anti-Puncture Sealant for Tire Repair

Tire repair sealants are of two types. The first type is used for prevention and is poured into the volume of the tire before a puncture (prophylactic), in order to immediately tighten the damage. Actually, these funds are called - anti-puncture for tires. The second type is puncture tire sealant. They are used as a repair tool for emergency repair of rubber damage and further normal operation of the wheel.

The first sealants began to be used in military equipment also before the invention of the automatic tire pressure maintenance system.

Usually, the method of using them is the same for everyone, and it consists in introducing the sealant available in the cylinder for emergency tire repair through the spool into the internal volume of the tire. Under the action of centrifugal force, it spreads over the entire inner surface, filling the hole. it is also able to slightly pump up the wheel, since the cylinder is under pressure. If this is a quality working tool, then it can be a good alternative to a jack and spare tire in the trunk of a car.

Since such tools for the quick repair of punctured tubeless tires are very popular, sealants are produced by a variety of companies, and as a result, have different effectiveness. Therefore, their choice should be made not only on the basis of the description, but also pay attention to the composition, volume ratio and price , and of course take into account the reviews left after test applications by other car owners. After analyzing many comparisons of the performance of the most popular anti-puncture sealants for tire repair, the rating is as follows.

Popular anti-punctures (preventive agents):

Name of funds	Description and features	Package volume and price as of winter 2018/2019
HI-GEAR Anti-puncture Tire Doc	A popular tool among motorists, however, like other similar compounds on the Internet, you can find many conflicting reviews. It is most often noted that the anti-puncture is able to withstand small damage, but it is unlikely to be able to cope with a large number of them. Nevertheless, it is quite possible to recommend it for purchase.	240 ml - 530 rubles; 360 ml - 620 rubles; 480 ml - 660 rubles.
Antiprocol agent	Medium in effectiveness. The instructions indicate that it can withstand up to 10 punctures with a diameter of up to 6 mm. However, the average effectiveness of the remedy is noted, especially considering its high price. So it's up to the owner to decide.	1000 rubles

Popular sealants (emergency tools used after a tire has been damaged).

Name of funds	Description and features	Package volume, ml/mg	Price as of winter 2018/2019, rubles
Hi-Gear Tire Doctor Wheel Sealant	One of the most popular tools. One cylinder is enough to process a disc with a diameter of up to 16 inches, or two with a diameter of 13 inches. Holds pressure very well while moving. Creates initial pressure after pouring more than 1 atmosphere. One of the advantages of this tool is that it does not disturb the balance of the machine wheel. The optimum ratio of price and quality.	340	430
Liqui Moly tire repair spray	also a very popular sealant. Differs in quality and manufacturability. Able to repair even large cuts. Can be used for tube and tubeless wheels. It has many advantages, and only one drawback, namely, a high price.	500	940
MOTUL Tire Repair Emergency Sealant	One pack of 300 ml can handle a wheel with a diameter of up to 16 inches. Can also be used to repair motorcycle and bicycle inner tubes and tires. It differs in that it creates high pressure in the treated tire, but you still need to have a pump or compressor with you. The disadvantage is the imbalance of the wheels that occurs after the application of this sealant, as well as the high price.	300	850
ABRO emergency sealant	also suitable for repairing wheels up to 16 inches in diameter. It is noted that it cannot be used to repair motorcycle and bicycle cameras. You need to use it, preheating to a positive temperature. The efficiency is good enough.	340	350
AirMan Sealant	An excellent solution for owners of SUVs or trucks, since one package is enough to process a wheel with a diameter of up to 22 inches. can also be used without problems in vehicles with pressure sensors installed in the wheels. At the same time, it can also be used for ordinary city cars. Of the shortcomings, only the high price can be noted.	450	1800
K2 Tire Doctor Aerosol Sealant	this sealant is characterized by a high curing speed, namely, about one minute. It is noted that he is able to pump up pressure in the wheel up to 1,8 atmospheres, however, in reality, this value is much lower, so the tire needs to be additionally pumped with air.	400	400
Emergency sealant MANNOL Relfen Doktor	Inexpensive and effective sealant. The instructions say that it can be used to make holes up to 6 mm in size! Can be used for both tubeless tires and old tubed wheels.	400	400
Anti puncture XADO ATOMEX Tire Sealant	With the help of this sealant it is possible to process tires of both cars and trucks. The sealing time is about 1…2 minutes. The instructions indicate that this tool is regarded as temporary, so the tire in the future will definitely need professional repair in tire fitting. Of the advantages, it is worth noting a fairly low price with a good amount of packaging.	500	300
NOWAX Tire Doctor Emergency Sealant	The sealant is made from latex. When using the cylinder, it must be turned upside down. it is also noted that the tool is positioned as temporary, that is, the tire needs further processing at a tire fitting. The effectiveness of this tool can be described as average.	450	250
Runway Emergency Sealant	Sealant can be used for processing machine, motorcycle, bicycle tires. However, real tests have shown a rather low efficiency of this tool. But nevertheless, in the absence of an alternative, it is quite possible to buy and use it, especially considering its relatively low price and a fairly large package.	650	340

But in order to finally make sure of your choice, nevertheless, read the information on how such emergency puncture remedies work and study in more detail the characteristics of each of them.

Effectiveness and use of "anti-puncture" and sealants for tire repair

The so-called anti-punctures, that is, compounds used for prophylactic purposes. They are a gel that needs to be poured into the internal volume of the tire. After that, using a compressor or pump, you need to pump up the nominal air pressure recommended by the car manufacturer. When choosing, it should be borne in mind that for wheels of different diameters, a different amount of this product is needed. Because of this, they are actually produced in small and large packages.

Repair sealants, which must be applied after a puncture of a machine tire on the road, are used in the same way. True, of course, after such a nuisance happened. Only unlike the prophylactic one, since it is a gel in a pressurized bottle, the wheel is pumped up a little, but then it also needs to be pumped up. As soon as the sealant is squeezed out and comes into contact with the surrounding air, the vulcanization process takes place as a result of the corresponding chemical reaction.

The use of both anti-puncture and emergency sealant is quite simple, and any car enthusiast can handle it. So, for this you need to completely unscrew the spool and pour the recommended amount of gel into it (the instructions on the package should indicate). In this case, the wheel must be turned so that the spool is in its lowest part. After filling the volume of the tire with the product, we inflate the wheel. In anti-puncture, filling occurs through a thin spout, and sealant for quick repairs has the same hose as the pump and is screwed onto the tire.

further, according to the instructions, you need to immediately drive a car so that the sealing gel spreads as much as possible over the inner surface of the tire or chamber. If you used a preventive sealant, then you won’t even notice a puncture, because in case of damage, the gel quickly fills it, and if an emergency sealant was used, then in theory it should quickly patch the puncture and it will also be possible to move. It should be enough to the nearest tire fitting, and then repair by another means.

Please note that the manufacturer of punctured tire sealant indicates that a can of product is enough to create working pressure in the tire, but in reality it is only enough to create internal pressure to spread the sealant inside and squeeze it into the puncture site. And that's not for everyone.

The reason for the low popularity of anti-punctures among motorists is twofold. The first is their low efficiency. Real tests have shown that after applying several test agents, the car is able to drive only a few kilometers (up to a maximum of 10 km) until the wheel is completely deflated, and this depends on the mass of the car, its workload, as well as the value of the internal volume of the wheel tire.

The second - after their use, the surface of the tire is difficult to clean from the applied composition. And this is sometimes critical for further repairs. However, this effect is not always observed, and depends on the specific agent.

Please note that after filling the internal volume of the wheel tire, the overall balancing of the wheel changes, despite the fact that often the manufacturer may write that balancing is not required. This has been proven by performing real tests.

Therefore, if you want to use an anti-puncture agent for the wheels of your car, then after filling the rubber with them, you must immediately go to a tire fitting in order to balance. Or it is much easier to fill the wheels with sealant in the vicinity of the tire fitting station. Anti-puncture can also be used for tire repair as a sealant. This is directly indicated on most of these tools.

It is important to remember that after using the emergency sealant (pouring it into the tire), you need to pump up the wheel to working pressure as soon as possible and start moving. This is due to the fact that while the sealant is in a liquid state, it must evenly spread along the inner surface of the tire. This is especially true for the cold season, since in summer the rubber is already at a fairly warm temperature.

Please note that the tire sealants in question are not designed to seal the sidewall of a tire when it is damaged. That is, they can only be used to cure cuts on the tire tread. And for the repair of the side surfaces, special sealants for the tire bead are designed.

As for the possibility of further repair of a tire treated with a sealant, such a possibility really exists. When disassembling the wheel, the sealant is in a liquid (most often) or foamy state on the inner surface of the tire. It is easily washed off with water or special means. After that, the surface of the tire must be dried, and it is quite suitable for professional vulcanization at a service station or tire shop.

Rating of popular sealants for tire repair

Here is a list of popular sealants used by domestic and foreign drivers. The rating is not of a commercial nature, but only gives maximum information about a particular product with which tests were carried out for the ability to eliminate a puncture by amateur enthusiasts. And before you buy such a tire repair tool, you can familiarize yourself with the characteristics and the results shown.

Anti-puncture for pre-filling in tires:

HI-GEAR Anti-puncture Tire Doc

Anti-puncture HI-GEAR Tire Doc is perhaps one of the most popular such tools. On the packaging, the instructions directly indicate that the wheel treated with it can easily withstand dozens of small punctures or 8 ... 10 punctures with a diameter of up to 5 ... 6 mm. The use is traditional, it is poured preventively into the tire.

Real tests of this anti-puncture are very controversial, despite its popularity. It is noted that after breaking through the tire, the pressure in the wheel is maintained for a short time, therefore, if you do not pay attention to a flat tire in time, then after a few kilometers you can get a situation with a completely empty tire. it is also noted that if the surface on the opposite side of the tread protects the anti-puncture well, then the side surface does not protect at all. Therefore, it is up to the car owner to decide whether to use the High-Gear anti-puncture or not.

You can find the tool in packages of three different volumes - 240 ml, 360 ml and 480 ml. Their article numbers are respectively HG5308, HG5312 and HG5316. The average price as of the winter of 2018/2019 is about 530 rubles, 620 rubles and 660 rubles.

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Antiprocol agent

Anti-Puncture is also one popular preventative sealant among motorists. Developed in Germany, and used not only in the post-Soviet space, but also abroad. The instructions note that Anti-Puncture is able to effectively withstand up to 10 tire damages with a diameter of up to 6 mm. If the damage is small (about 1 mm in diameter), then it is noted that there may be several dozen of them. Anti-puncture can be used for both tubeless and conventional tube tires.

For wheels with a diameter of 14-15 inches, you need to fill in from 300 to 330 ml of the product, for wheels with a diameter of 15-16 inches - from 360 to 420 ml, and for wheels of SUVs and small trucks - about 480 ml. As for the reviews on the use of this anti-puncture, they are also very contradictory.

It is noted that with small holes in diameter and a small number of them, the tool is really quite capable of coping. However, if the amount of damage is large and / or their size is significant, then the anti-puncture agent is unlikely to cope with them. Therefore, to buy an anti-puncture or not is also up to the car owner to decide.

Please note that the anti-puncture vulcanizer from Power Guard is not sold in regular outlets. To buy it, a car enthusiast needs to go to the official website of its manufacturer and fill out the appropriate form. The price of one bottle is about 1000 rubles.

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Now the rating of emergency sealants for tire repair:

Hi-Gear Tire Doctor Wheel Sealant

Hi-Gear Tire Sealant is one of the most popular emergency tire repair compounds today. One bottle with its composition is enough for pumping into a wheel with a diameter of 15 and even 16 inches. Usually, during the filling process, it can be understood that it is time to finish the procedure when the damage sites on the tire or from under the hose on the cylinder begin to come out with excess of this agent.

Hi-Gear tire sealant does its job very well. Practical tests have shown that after pouring the agent into a car tire, the pressure that formed in it was about 1,1 atmospheres. That is, a pump or compressor is needed to pump up the full working pressure in the wheel. studies also showed that after a test drive of 30 kilometers, the pressure in the wheel not only did not fall, but also increased by approximately 0,4 atmospheres. However, the last moment is due to the fact that testing was carried out in a hot summer in urban conditions on hot asphalt. And, as you know, this contributes to the heating of the rubber and an increase in pressure in it.

A very big advantage of Hi-Gear Tire Doctor sealant is that after pouring it into the tire wheel balance is not disturbed, accordingly, it is not necessary to additionally apply for tire fitting. The tool can be used not only for the repair of car tires, but also for tires of motorcycles, bicycles, small trucks.

High-Gear Fast-Action Sealant is sold in a standard 340 ml metal can. The article of this product is HG5337. Its price as of the winter of 2018/2019 is about 430 rubles.

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Liqui Moly tire repair spray

Sealant for rubber tires Liqui Moly Reifen-Reparatur-Spray is also one of the leaders, due to its high quality and the distribution of this product by a well-known German auto chemical brand. The basis of its composition is synthetic rubber, which very quickly and efficiently vulcanizes even large cuts. A distinctive feature of this sealant is that it can be used not only to treat the tread area of ​​the tire, but also its lateral part. The tool can be used both for tubeless tires and for traditional wheels with an inflatable chamber in their design.

Real tests of the product showed that Liquid Moli tire sealant is a fairly effective tool. Like other similar compositions, it has the disadvantage that after filling it, the tire does not provide the necessary pressure. Therefore, you always need to carry a compressor or pump in the trunk. The ease of use of the sealant is noted, namely, even by inexperienced motorists. tests also showed that the treated tire holds pressure for at least 20 ... 30 kilometers. Therefore, it is quite possible to get to the nearest tire fitting on it and even use it for quite a long time. However, in the latter case, you need to constantly check the pressure of the wheel, so that it does not fall to a critical value. Therefore, at the slightest need, it is still better to contact a tire service for repairs.

Like most other similar sealants, Liquid Moli can be used to repair bicycle, motorcycle and other tires. All of them after processing will be perfectly protected. Of the shortcomings of this tool, only its high price can be noted, which many products of this brand sin.

It is sold in a bottle with a 500 ml extension hose. The article of the product is 3343. Its price for the above period is about 940 rubles.

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MOTUL Tire Repair Emergency Sealant

Motul Tire Repair Emergency Sealant is designed to repair tires with cut damage. With one 300 ml can, one wheel with a maximum diameter of 16 inches can be restored (if the wheel is smaller, then the means will be used correspondingly less). The sealant can be used to repair machine tires, including small trucks, motorcycle, bicycle and other tires. A feature of the use of this tool is that in the process of filling the wheel, the can must be turned over so that its spout is at the bottom. The rest of the use is traditional.

Also, one positive feature of Motul tire sealant is its ability to create a sufficiently high pressure in the tire when it is filled with the appropriate compound. The value of pressure depends, firstly, on the diameter of the wheel, and secondly, on the conditions of its use. Accordingly, the larger the wheel, the less pressure will be. As for external factors, the lower the temperature, the lower the pressure, and vice versa, in summer the wheel can be inflated quite strongly. However, real tests have shown that, for example, when using Motul Tire Repair sealant with a machine wheel with a diameter of 15 inches in the summer, it creates an internal pressure in it of about 1,2 atmospheres, which, nevertheless, is not enough for normal operation of the wheel. Accordingly, there must also be a pump or compressor in the trunk.

Among the disadvantages of this tool, it can be noted that the sealant causes a slight imbalance of the wheels. Accordingly, this factor must be eliminated at the tire fitting. Another drawback is the relatively high price with a small package volume.

So, Motul Tire Repair sealant is sold in a 300 ml bottle. The article of the corresponding package is 102990. Its average price is about 850 rubles.

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ABRO emergency sealant

ABRO Emergency Sealant is great for repairing machine tires up to 16 inches in diameter. It vulcanizes well for small punctures, as well as cuts on the tire tread. The instructions expressly state that the Abro sealant cannot be used to repair side cuts, nor can it be used to repair motorcycle and bicycle tires, that is, it is intended only for machine technology. it is also indicated that it is more suitable for repairing tubeless tires, but it can also be used to repair small punctures in the chambers of ordinary old-style wheels. It is noted that in frosty weather it is necessary to heat the sealant to positive temperatures, however not on open fire! After disconnecting the cylinder from the spool and pumping up the working pressure in the wheel, you need to immediately drive about two to three kilometers so that the sealant evenly spreads over the surface.

Real tests of ABRO emergency sealant show its rather good efficiency in repairing car tires. Unfortunately, it also does not provide the necessary pressure in the tire, however, it vulcanizes the rubber quite well. Accordingly, it can be recommended for use by ordinary motorists for repair purposes, especially given its low price. Remember that it is better to carry it in the glove box or other warm place in the car in order not to bring its composition to freezing in winter weather.

Sold in a 340 ml can. The packing number is QF25. Its average price is about 350 rubles.

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AirMan Sealant

AirMan Sealant is an excellent and most popular solution for sealing off-road and truck tires as the package is designed to handle tires up to 22 inches in diameter. the instructions also note that this sealant can be used in modern cars, the design of which provides for the use of a pressure sensor in the wheel (including automatic pressure control used in special and off-road vehicles). Produced in Japan.

The drivers who used it note the very good sealing qualities of this product, so it can definitely be recommended for purchase to owners of not only large off-road cars, but also standard cars, used mainly in urban areas. Of the disadvantages of the sealant, only its rather high price with a small package can be noted.

It is sold in a package with a flexible hose (spool) with a volume of 450 ml. Its price is about 1800 rubles.

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K2 Tire Doctor Aerosol Sealant

Aerosol sealant K2 Tire Doctor is generally similar to its counterparts presented above. However, it is worth noting that its difference, which is positioned by the manufacturer, is a high speed of use. namely, the contents of the cylinder can be added to a damaged tire in a maximum of one minute, and most likely even faster. At the same time, according to the assurances of the same manufacturer, the sealant provides pressure in damaged machine rubber equal to up to 1,8 atmospheres (depending on tire size and ambient temperature). The high filling rate of the tire volume is provided by a large amount of aerosol gas, which provides the supply of synthetic rubber, which performs the sealing.

sealant can also be used to repair motorcycle tires. It is noted that the tool is absolutely safe for steel rims, so they do not rust from the inside. also one advantage is the fact that the K2 sealant does not disturb the balance of the wheel. However, at the earliest opportunity, it is better to call in a tire shop for professional tire repair. Real tests have shown that the sealant does not gain pressure, indicated at 1,8 atmospheres, however, under certain conditions, this value can reach about 1 atmosphere. Therefore, a pump or compressor is still required to bring the pressure value up to the operating threshold.

The bottom line is that K2 Tire Doctor Aerosol Sealant is moderately effective, but does not really disturb the wheel balance. Therefore, it is recommended for purchase by ordinary motorists.

Sold in a 400 ml bottle. The article of the goods upon purchase is B310. Its price is 400 rubles.

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Emergency sealant MANNOL Relfen Doktor

Emergency sealant MANNOL Relfen Doktor is a fairly popular and inexpensive quick vulcanizer for machine tires. It is noted that the tool acts quickly enough. So, vulcanization occurs literally in one minute. Absolutely safe in relation to steel rims, does not cause corrosion on them. In the inner space of the tire is in a liquid state, which can be seen by dismantling the wheel and tire at the tire fitting. However, upon contact with air, the composition polymerizes and reliably protects the tire from air escaping from it.

But, the Mannol sealant practically does not provide pressure in the tire after its application. Therefore, as with other formulations, it should only be used in conjunction with a pump or compressor. The manual notes that with it punctures up to 6 mm in diameter can be effectively sealed! The sealant can be used for both tubeless and tube wheels. The tool does not disturb the balance of the wheel. As for durability, it is guaranteed that you can drive several kilometers to the nearest tire service. That is, the sealant copes with its basic task.

MANNOL Relfen Doktor emergency sealant is sold in a 400 ml bottle. Its article number is 9906. The price as of the indicated period is about 400 rubles.

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Anti puncture XADO ATOMEX Tire Sealant

Anti-puncture XADO ATOMEX Tire Sealant is suitable for repairing tires of both cars and trucks. For motorcycles and bicycles, it is better not to use it. Sealing time - 1 ... 2 minutes. A feature of using the package is that you need to hold the bottle with the valve pointing down. After that, you need to use a pump or compressor to pump up the pressure in the wheel to the desired value (since the sealant does not provide this factor), and drive about a couple of kilometers at a speed of no more than 20 km / h. Due to this, the sealant is evenly distributed over the inner surface of the rubber tire. further it is not recommended to exceed the speed of more than 50 ...

Tests of XADO tire sealant show its average effectiveness. It does a good job of vulcanizing small cuts, however, in some cases, it was noted that the treated wheel quickly lost pressure. However, this factor may not be due to the poor quality of the composition, but to additional unfavorable external factors. However, the undeniable advantage of this sealant is its ratio of price and package size.

Sold in a 500 ml bottle with an extension tube. The article number is XA40040. The price of one package is 300 rubles.

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NOWAX Tire Doctor Emergency Sealant

NOWAX Tire Doctor emergency sealant works on the basis of latex, which is part of its chemical composition. In terms of its characteristics and properties, it is completely similar to the means described above. Sealant should be poured within one minute. then you need to pump up the wheel and drive about 5 kilometers at a speed of no more than 35 km / h so that it is evenly distributed over the inner surface of the tire. But the instructions explicitly state that this sealant can only be considered as a temporary measure, therefore, no matter how it is, you need to seek professional help for a tire fitting as soon as possible.

As for the real effectiveness of NOWAX Tire Doctor sealant, it can be described as average. However, given the low price of this tool with a sufficient volume, it can still be recommended for purchase, especially if there are no more effective analogues on the store counter.

Novax sealant is sold in a 450 ml can. Its article number is NX45017. The price of one package is about 250 rubles.

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Runway Emergency Sealant

Runway Emergency Sealant is similar to the products listed above. It is suitable for repairing a wide variety of tires - machine, motorcycle, bicycle and others. It is sold in a standard cylinder with an extension hose. Since the bottle has a volume of 650 ml, it is enough to handle two or even more wheels. The instructions expressly state that Do not allow the composition to get on the surface of human skin, and even more so in the eyes! If this happens, you need to rinse them with plenty of running water.

Real tests of the sealant for tires "Runway" showed its extremely low efficiency. So, a filled tire has practically no pressure after using this puncture remedy. That is, it is required in the swap. In addition, when the machine is standing on a completely flat tire and sealant is supplied to it, then its amount will be clearly insufficient for high-quality filling of the working space, including for vulcanization of damage. Therefore, the decision to purchase Runway emergency sealant lies entirely with the car owner. Of the advantages of the sealant, it should be noted the low price with a sufficiently large volume of packaging.

Sold in a 650 ml can. The article number for this package is RW6125. Its price is about 340 rubles.

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Other popular remedies

In addition to the above funds, a large number of similar formulations with different characteristics and effectiveness are currently on the market. As an example, we will also give several popular means for sealing tires on the road among motorists.

• ORANGE SEAL BOTTLE TUBELESS TIRE;
• STAN'S NOTUBES;
• CONTINENTAL REVOSEALANT;
• CAFFELATEX MARIPOSA EFFECT;
• AIM-ONE TYRE INFLATOR;
• Motif 000712BS;
• THE SURE;
• Zollex T-522Z;
• Ring RTS1;
• Smart Buster Will;
• Fix-a-Flat.

If you have had experience using any sealants or anti-punctures, write about it in the comments about how effective they are for you. By doing this, you will help not only expand this list, but also make it easier for other car owners to choose a similar tool.

What's the bottom line

In general, it can be argued that tire repair sealants are a good solution for any car enthusiast and its use as a sealant is quite worth it as an alternative to a spare tire. However, there are several subtleties. The first of these is that if a car enthusiast has bought any sealant, then in the trunk of his car there must be a pump or a machine compressor. This is due to the fact that the vast majority of sealants sold do not produce the pressure necessary for normal driving in the car tire. After all, as shown by real tests, the use of prophylactic agents is doubtful.

The second subtlety is that most tire sealants cause wheel imbalance, however slight. Therefore, when driving at high speed, this can adversely affect the handling of the vehicle, as well as the impact on its suspension system. Accordingly, after applying such a sealant, it is advisable to go to a tire shop in order to balance the repaired wheel there.