Hey Guys,
As an owner of a Jag that only has the emergency inflator pack, what's a body to do? The propellant expired a couple years ago and I'm starting to feel mortal. LOL!
I know I can search for the XJ Supersport spare tire kit etc, but, I really like the extra room that vacant hole offers. Have also learned, once the propellant is used, the tire may be permanently damaged, as well.
So, what are the rest of yous guys doing?

A followup question.... Can the Jag inflator be used without's it's propellant pack?

 

Pulling up in our 250 GTE to lend a hand to a pretty woman from Rome?

 

Will generic tire sealer cans not work?

 

You can use the inflator without the gunk - I did it a while back when I discovered a flat. I'd always try to reinflate the tyre before filling it with crap, because there's always the possibility that it's a slow leak (which turned out to be the case).

There are other sealer products, including some that are water-based and don't cause any issues if they are left in the tyre and can be washed out if the tyre is deemed repairable. But I'm not sure if they can be plugged into the Jag inflator. It's possible you'd have to squirt the gunk in separately, and then use the inflator.

 

So, is it possible to use the Jag inflator without the gunk that comes with it?

Now that I've re-visited this, I'm thinking along the lines of what White XKR mentioned...., obtain an inflator and a DIY tire repair kit. But then, you have to plan on the puncture to be visible, else, the tire needs to be rotated in some way to expose the offending nail, screw etc.
I like there is a more friendly sealant that won't render the tire useless. I'd hate to replace a $300 new tire due to a simple nail.

 

If that useful information isn't prominently displayed on the inflator pack instructions than it most certainly should be.

Graham

 

Not having the inflator pack would someone please post a picture and show how it's used. I assumed it was just a can of the spare tire in a can .

 

It's called a ContiMobility Kit...has not one shred of "written instructions", simply pics of the steps.

 

While we're beating this up, anyone used the sealant when it was beyond the expiration date?

 

Mine looks different to the one RedRider has - it's a black plastic box with the hoses & cables stowed inside it. The instructions are in the user manual, though I think there are some inside the box too.

Never used the gunk, not sure if mine is in date or not (must check).

 

I always carry a can of 'fix a flat' it works great, yes tire places don't like it since they have to clean up the mess. I started carrying it in my old Carrera 4 as there wasn't much trunk space with the space save and the rear wheels would only fit in the passenger seat so if I had company something was being left on the side of the road!
I was thinking earlier today of removing the space saver for the extra space, so my vote is ditch the donut.

 

Andy,
Don't simply ditch the donut; replace it with a Bible so you can pray that you never get a non-repairable flat! Why Jaguar didn't fit runflats to models without a spare is beyond me.
Stuart

 

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Ken,
My 2009 XKR Portfolio came with the same kit as your 2008 XKR Portfolio since both our cars have Alcon brakes. I was concerned about getting stranded with a non-repairable flat, so I added a compact spare. For details, see: https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...-brakes-67260/
Stuart

 

Yes, Stuart S, ........
one of the dumbest engineering blunders, including, no gauges and no dip sticks, and a twitchy electrical system, as well.

 

My luck is if I get a repairable flat the car will be full and I'll have no place for the rim and flat tire !!

 

I bought the spare donut tire for my 2009 XKR portfolio edition. I also carry a DynaPlug Tire repair kit as a backup if needed. Easy to use.

In fact none of my premium sports cars have a spare tire except the XKR now. I bought a small 12v air compressor to carry along with the tire plugger. I never have any worries.



With these accessories, I should be able to make it home or to a tire repair sho[p.

 

I have those things on order. But, wondering how good having them, if I can't get at or see the offending nail. Would need a mini-jack of some type to raise the axel.

 

You can probably find a used Jaguar jacking kit on eBay. That is what I did and paid about $40.00.

 

Hmmm, good idea. Had thought about a bladder style and inflate it with the external tire pump I ordered, that is, if I don't kill the battery LOL!
What years will the jacks cover?