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Ask Bob: Easy Flat Fix?
by Bob DeP.
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Easy Flat Fix?
Dear Bob,
I have tires with 27,000 miles on them. One has a slow leak. Thought I'd had it fixed but, it's doing the same thing again. Is it true that a can of that flat tire remedy spray will clog a leak? A friend told me this.
Carol
Carol,
For a slow leak while you shop for replacements, a can of "fix-a-flat" should do the job. However, usually, the use of this product will result in the tire being "out of balance" and may cause some vibration. Also, make sure you get the non-flammable kind. Some brands use a flammable propellant which can cause harm to the technician that replaces the tire.
Good Luck!
Drive Safely!
Bob, The Auto Answer Man
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