Air & Tire Plugs Recommendations

I'm going to be heading out into the desert this summer, and I rather than trusting my 'now undersized' spare, I'd like to keep a mini compressor and a tire patching kit behind the seat.

I'm not looking to go the 'onboard air/fill all four tires at once' route. I simply want to be able to fix a flat in a pinch.

I've been looking at the Vlair 88P, but looking for any recommendations/Amazon favorites for both compact air and plug/patch kit. Running 33s.

 

Slime 11-Piece Deluxe Tire Plug Kit with Glue - 2040-A - Walmart.com - Walmart.com

 

I have that model. It works fine. I used to use it to fill the 32s I had on my first gen. Never had a problem with it. Now I keep it in my 2nd gen. Still no problems. There are better ones that will fill your tires faster, but it's still a solid little work horse.

 

^^^
Quite inexpensive kit right there.
I have this one, I just don't remember paying so much for it

$33 Smittybilt 2733 Tire Repair Kit

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EQ1IOS4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8
As cool 88p compressor is, you might find it lacking a bit... at least I did when inflating 33s.

I'd recommend getting a properly sized spare, and have the repair kit just in case

 

If you plan to do much off roading, there will be times you'll want / need to air down all four tires. Plan accordingly.
Also think the spare should be the same size as what you're running but I've gotten cautious in my old age.

Don't get a kit with plastic handles for the reaming / insertion tools. Major trauma if the handle breaks.
No personal experience with the 88P but it seems to have a good reputation.
Get one with a durable storage case or plan to fab one yourself.
Keep extra valve stems, valve stem cores, valve stem core remover, caps, etc. with the kit.
Make sure you know how to properly plug a tire. Your local tire shop will likely be glad to educate you and allow you to practice on an extra they have laying around.
I've had this one for years and use it frequently (much more on the farm than in the boonies)

$35 Boulder Tools Heavy Duty Tire Repair Kit - Flat Tire Puncture Repair Kit - Professional Tools for Quick and Easy Repair - Suitable Tire Plug Kit for Car, Truck, RV, Motorcycle, Tractor, and Trailer

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E635PG...wg=74dPE&ref_=sbx_be_s_sparkle_mcd_asin_0_img

 

I found one of those kits on the road a few months ago. Well, most of it. Over all good kit but I dont like the size of the reamer. Big dull reamer only makes life harder, so I ditched it and the insertion tool.

 

Mine came with two different size 'bits' for the reamer but its several years old and that may no longer be the case.

OP - If you have any stimulus money left laying around, a couple of these are a nice addition to your kit

$28 Colby Valve Emergency Valve Stem Replacement Kit Black | No Tools Required for Install | No Need to Remove Tire | Tire Valve Stem Kit Made in USA from quality 360 brass components

https://www.amazon.com/Colby-Valve-...MCR629N6N7RGFR287&refRID=J60MCR629N6N7RGFR287 As mentioned previously, I'm old and cautious.

 

After using a reamer a couple of times I read a cordless drill with a 1/4 inch drill bit works just as good. Not my idea. Some brilliant guy here on tw came up with it. Don't remember his name, but thanks!

 

Also works great if you have a long screw in your tire. Put on phillips bit and set to reverse.

 

Im getting to be that way too.
2 full size spares, compressor and plug kit, Colby valves, and spare valve stems.
The second spare tire is only for long trips though.

 

For 33s you may want a 300p or 400p. I use an 88p to air up my 31s, and it takes a while. It’s a good little compressor, but like a poster above said, a may leave you wanting more.

 

Try the search function, this has been discussed many times, with links to the best plugs to get. No china mart crap, except the rubber cement.