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Learning how to change the oil in your car is inexpensive and simple with proper instruction. Find out how to do this and basic car maintenance in this lesson.
with EricTheCarGuyLearning how to change the oil in your car is inexpensive and simple with proper instruction. Find out how to do this and basic car maintenance in this lesson.
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If a tire's sprung a leak, there are multiple ways to fix it—replacing, patching, or plugging. In this automotive lesson, learn how to plug a tire in a pinch.
with EricTheCarGuyIf a tire's sprung a leak, there are multiple ways to fix it—replacing, patching, or plugging. In this automotive lesson, learn how to plug a tire in a pinch.
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Changing a flat tire yourself can save a lot of trouble. In this DIY auto repair lesson, learn how to use your car's spare and tools to change a flat.
with EricTheCarGuyChanging a flat tire yourself can save a lot of trouble. In this DIY auto repair lesson, learn how to use your car's spare and tools to change a flat.
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Streaky windshield wipers means it's time for some new ones. In this DIY auto repair lesson, learn how to replace both the blade and the entire wiper assembly.
with EricTheCarGuyStreaky windshield wipers means it's time for some new ones. In this DIY auto repair lesson, learn how to replace both the blade and the entire wiper assembly.
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Headlight out? In this DIY auto repair lesson, Eric the Car Guy demonstrates how to replace a headlight bulb, and helps to troubleshoot other problems.
with EricTheCarGuyHeadlight out? In this DIY auto repair lesson, Eric the Car Guy demonstrates how to replace a headlight bulb, and helps to troubleshoot other problems.
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Joshua C
The reamer is not to elongate to the hole it's to cut the cords inside the tire better so it doesn't cause separation in the tire which can lead to a tire vibration and a blow out. The best way to patch a tire is the TIA way which long story short dismount the tire after you've found the hole, use pre buff and scrape the area, then you pull a plug threw and buff the area then apply glue the the area and patch and stitch over it.
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EricTheCarGuy
Thank you for the feedback. I shot this video some time ago. It was also geared toward people that did not have tire changing equipment. Since then standards have changed. I've actually been considering doing an updated video when the opportunity presents itself. Thanks again for your input.
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Alicia F
How long does a plug last?
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EricTheCarGuy
They often last the life of the tire. Thing is, this type of plug is no longer allowed in many areas. It's now required that a plug/patch be used instead which requires removing the tire from the wheel. Check your local laws to see if you're still able to do this repair.
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