How to Repair an RV Tire

Recreational Vehicles (RV) use heavy tires typically rated for higher loads. The sidewalls of these usually include 6 plies (layers of rubber and cord) or more to accommodate the weight of the RV. Road hazards still can impact the heavier tires, resulting in punctures and flats. An RV tire is repaired in the same manner as any other tubeless tire. Most tire and lube shops will repair the tire using a plug-patch combo. You can plug an RV tire in 15 minutes on the side of the road with a tire repair kit.

• 1

  Raise the wheel off of the ground with a jack placed beneath the axle. Place chock blocks in front of and behind the other wheels remaining on the ground.

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  Spin the tire until you see the obstruction. Remove the obstruction, using pliers if necessary.

• 3

  Insert the repair kit's probe into the hole, and pull it in and out a few times to clean the hole. Dip the probe in the included lubricant bottle and push the lubricant through the hole with the probe.

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  Place an adhesive plug into the closed-eye hook included in the repair kit. Push the plug entirely through the hole, and back it out of the hole about halfway. Cut the plug about one-quarter inch from the surface of the tire with wire cutters.

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  Inflate the tire to factory recommendations. Monitor the plug for signs of leaks. Repeat the process with two plugs if you notice a leak. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack and chock blocks.