Here at Slime, our commitment to being green goes deeper than just our brand color. Since 1989, we have been committed to creating products that are safe for our customers, their tires and the environment. ITW Global Tire Repair is a company of
Illinois Tool Works Inc
.
Where are Slime inflators made?
| Manufacturer Slime | Model Tire Inflator, Digital, Portable Car Air Compressor | Item Weight 1.85 pounds | Product Dimensions 7 x 2.5 x 5.75 inches | Country of Origin China |
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Is Slime a good tire repair?
Slime is a great way to fix your flat tire before damaging your rim
. It is easy to use with the dual purpose cap that unscrews the valve stem and also seals up the empty bottle so you dont make a mess in your car.
Is fix a flat or Slime better?
Who invented Slime tire sealant?
The company’s story began in 1989 when Cal Poly graduate
Steve Cegelski
of Grover Beach tinkered in his garage to invent the bright green, nontoxic tire sealant Slime, starting a company that brought in his brothers Jim and Rodney Cegelski.
What is Slime tire sealant made of?
TireJect’s patent pending tire sealant formula contains
natural liquid rubber, recycled rubber tire particles, and aramid fibers
(see material contents). The active sealing particles and fibers plug punctures and leaks from the inside while the liquid rubber bonds to the tire to form a permanent seal.
How long does Slime tire inflator take?
It’s got the essentials, without any added bulk. This compact tire inflator airs up a standard tire from flat to full in
8 minutes
.
How does the slime air compressor work?
How does a slime air pump work?
Will tire Slime fix a slow leak?
Slime sealant for tubes instantly seals punctures up to 1/8” and also
stops annoying slow leaks
. Bottom line, if you have a tire with a tube, reach for the red label bottle.
Can I use Slime on tubeless tires?
Use Slime Tire Sealant with an air source to prevent and repair tyre punctures for up to 2 years on all your off-highway tubeless tyres
! Stops slow leaks and is quick easy and safe to use.
How long is Slime good for?
Slime doesn’t go bad, but you may want to toss it if it develops mold or if it dries out.
Refrigerated slime, kept in a baggie, should last for a couple of weeks and can last months in a sealed bag unrefrigerated
. If slime contains borax, it shouldn’t spoil at all.
Does Slime affect tire balance?
No. We do not recommend using Slime for this purpose.
How much Slime do I use per tire?
You only need about
2 oz. of slime per 12′′ tire
, so the 8 oz. bottle sold in the bicycle section is sufficient for two bikes.
Is Slime tire sealant permanent?
We have found in our testing that Slime and other thicker gel based tire sealants provide only a temporary repair that
does not permanently seal
because they lack an adhering agent.
Will Slime tire sealant freeze?
In fact, it is an environmentally safe formula, so it is non-toxic, non-hazardous and non-flammable. And we understand that flat tires happen regardless of how hot or cold the weather, so Slime is effective under the most extreme temperatures (
low freezing point of -35 ̊F
and a high separation point of 182 ̊F).
How do you remove slime tire top?
Store the compact inflator in your glove box and use it regularly to check tire pressure. If your tire is low, just
plug the power cord into your accessory outlet and top off the air
. In 14 minutes this inflator can inflate a tire from a flat to optimal pressure.
How do you charge a Slime tire inflator?
How do you use a slime digital tire inflator?
Why is there oil in my air compressor tank?
Excessive Oil in Compressor Discharge
Air
Restricted intake
— Oily discharge is often caused by restrictions on the compressor’s air intake. In cases such as these, the air filters either need to be cleaned or replaced altogether.
How do I change the battery in my slime digital tire gauge?
The battery is factory sealed in the unit, so
it cannot be changed
.
