The Slime 70003 Flat Tire Repair System (that’s the actual company name) is now on sale at Amazon for 71% off retail, at just $14.27. It seemed like a good deal until I noticed the reviews [What’s This?]. People remarked that the “slime” canister exploded everywhere, replaceable parts are nowhere to be found, and since the manufacturer has discontinued the product, it’s a one-shot deal with no way to get a slime refill. The worst part: Many have noted that, while this can save your tire once in an emergency, it’s also likely to ruin the tire if any residual slime stays in it, so be prepared to have it cleaned afterward, too.
Thanks to There, I Fixed It for the Tire Surgery photo!
The best deal may be that the air compressor portion seems to work fine. But is it worth $15 to score a mini air compressor and a slime kit that may go right into the trash? What think you Toolmongers of these emergency tire-repair kits?
Street Pricing [Google Products]
Slime 70003 Flat Tire Repair System Via Amazon [What’s This?]