Tire Inflation Kit Question

[Lorne34]

I removed the Tire Inflation kit from the trunk of my 2019 GT350 to make room for more essential things.The inflation device has an expiration date from 2024.
Has anyone ever used their kit in an emergency flat situation? I would think that if a tire blew out on a road trip the success of this type of device would be questionable.

I am thinking about purchasing a regular spare tire kit for long trips as a solid replacement solution.Otherwise AAA would be another option.


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[Farkel]

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[G.T.]

Personally, I have a spare AND a compressor.

If my spare is down on air after being in the trunk for years, I can air it up.

If I find a puncture that leaks slow I can air up that tire so I can get to the tire shop or a more convenient place, instead of futzing with it on the spot.

Those flat repair compressors are perfect for my use. Small enough to lose little space, big enough for the what I will need it to do. I dont use the slime, just the compressor.

 

[320guy]

I have the spare tyre that they posted above and one of these in my trunk.

https://a.co/d/03HFxQWv

 

[Skye]

I do not think the OEM inflation kit is worthwhile, especially if doing distance traveling.

The inflation kit is designed for small issues. The slime material can negatively affect a later patch.

There's the additional concern about battery drain and time if a full flat.

You're better off with an Automotive Authority or full-sized spare.

https://www.mustang6g.com/forums/threads/whats-supposed-to-be-in-my-trunk.203954/page-2#post-4082645

I carry...

- AA spare tire, torque wrench, breaker bar, lugs for OEM wheels, small scissor jack
- Jumper cables
- The small white Ford funnel (check your trunk), for refills from a can, if needed

At the time I placed an order for an AA spare, they sold more than one size. After the order was placed and before the kit shipped, AA reached out and confirmed the tire size in use. AA realizes many of us have switched to aftermarket wheels and tires.

If you have any questions, e-mail AA to discuss before ordering.

 

[Bruce 8858]

https://www.automotiveauthorityllc....SDXyzApr3iZjbdaAfy0e0nnEwNMaL7BZEQLErKRuxYbi8

I have one of these in
My 2023 Mach 1. I ordered the full kit, which includes the tire jack and lug wrench. This is the way.

 

[TonyNJ]

I used the Mustang oem compressor kit on an F150 to get me going. It was pretty handy.

During my reckless youth, cans of fix-a-flat saved me numerous times. The ford supplied oem slime with the compressor is even better. Just get a replacement bottle of slime from the dealership for $25 or whatever it is. I carry a tire plug kit as well.

A full spare Automotive Authority or even the Ford spare tire kit, is a great thing to have. It's just a matter of price $500 ,weight 50lbs, etc.

To be honest, and this is probably an unpopular position, I'd rather leave the original wheel on with a plug, than put on a skinny spare and limp my way to a tire shop.

Obviously a catastrophic failure would require the full spare. Let us know what you end up doing, please.

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