Kex Tire Repair Procedures
This repair information reflects International Repair Standards, determined on the basis of practical experience, bench checks, and laboratory tests.
THEY NEITHER INCORPORATE NOR ARE INTENDED AS A REFERENCE TO LOCAL, STATE, OR NATIONAL STANDARDSTHAT MAY EXIST IN YOUR COMMUNITY.
Stay within the limitation for repairable injuries indicated by the charts. When repairing a tire, it is imperative that a complete inspection be conducted to ensure that the tire is fit to be repaired and safely returned to service.
ALWAYS FOLLOW PROPER REPAIR PROCEDURES AS ILLUSTRATED IN THE APPROPRIATE KEX TIRE REPAIR MANUAL(S).
No tire can be safely repaired without demounting it from the rim, giving it a complete inspection, and properly repairing the injury with the appropriate inside repair unit and filler material.
ALWAYS CONSULT THE TIRE MANUFACTURER FOR THE REPAIR LIMITS.
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Nail Hole Repair Procedures for Passenger, LT, and Truck Tires.
Chemicals used for Kex tire repairs:
- KX-490F Buffing Solution, Liquid
- KX-491F Buffing Solution, Aerosol
- KX-511F All Purpose Cement
- KX-508F Inner Liner Sealer
Accessories and tools:
- Low Speed Air Buffer
- Air Vacuum w/Bag
- Carbide Cutter
- Buffing Rasp
- Quick Release Adaptor
- Ball Bearing Stitcher
- Awl
- Brass Bristle Cleaning Brush
- Innerliner Scraper
- Marking Crayon
- Skiving Knife
- Tire Spreader
- Gloves
- Safety Glasses
- A Good Light Source