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Can Ultraseal hide or mask a dangerous puncture?
A - No! Absolutely not...
It is virtually impossible for Ultraseal to hide or mask a dangerous wound. 34+ years of worldwide usage and countless tests which have been performed have proven that Ultraseal will not seal a tyre that has received a wound that would weaken the tyre's inner structure to a point that could be dangerous.
Ultraseal does not have any of the failings that previous
and many present products have. Apart from drying and balling up in
the tyre, the biggest failings of traditional tyre sealants in a high
speed tyre, was the inability to seal small holes, but the ability to
seal a large dangerous hole or cut, because they contained large chunks
of chopped up rubber. Whereas Ultraseal contains only tiny strands of
coarse surface synthetic fibres that are stronger than steel when they
interlock tightly together, but will only positively seal small holes
caused by puncturing objects up to 6mm in diameter, but only in a hole
that is in the tread area of the tyre, and that is shrinking in size
because there is no cord damage (rubber recovery), which is 95% of today's
high speed punctures. Anything bigger, or in the sidewall, with or without
cord damage, and the Ultraseal fibres just slowly bleed through the
hole, giving a controlled deflation, and usually with a halt or abrupt
slow down in air pressure loss at the lower pressures of 10 to 15 psi
(depending on cord damage) which prevents damaged rims, and helps the
driver maintain control and possibly enabling continuation
of the journey to remove the vehicle from a possibly dangerous location.
The U.S. Army Tank and Automotive Command (TACOM) in
conjunction with the U.S. Army Proving Grounds in Yuma, AZ. (YPG) tested
Ultraseal and substantiated that Ultraseal "does not mask catastrophic
failures".
If a tyre receives a dangerous wound, Ultraseal allows
air to bleed, providing additional time for the driver to bring the
vehicle to a controlled stop. This safety factor can reduce potential
blowouts from becoming a dangerous situation. Many security and law
enforcement fleets utilise Ultraseal for its ability to provide a high
degree of safety and reliability rather than Ultraseal's cost savings
and tyre life extension qualities.
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Q - Can Ultraseal be used in
all types of tyres?
A - Generally Yes!
For the past 34 years, Ultraseal has been utilised in virtually every
conceivable pneumatic tyre, accumulating millions of miles, in major
fleets around the world, without any premature failure or adverse effects
to the tyres or rims.
Special situations with low profile high performance
tyres may require assistance and support from the Ultraseal Technical
Department prior to installation.
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Q - Will Ultraseal attack or
corrode steel belts?
A - No!
Ultraseal's advanced proprietary repair/clot and curing attributes
have proven that the specialised rust inhibiting system protects steel
belts against rust and corrosion.
The unique ability to cure within a wound also protects
the steel belts from outside contaminants. This proprietary attribute
is available only with Ultraseal.
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Q - Can tyres treated with Ultraseal
be retreaded?
A - Yes!
Ultraseal is compatible with all retreading methods.
Independent testing has proven that Ultraseal
will retard aging in tyres. Ultraseal treated tyres exhibit greater
rubber resilience when compared to untreated control tyres.
Therefore, Ultraseal increases the casings ability to
achieve additional retreading. This increased retreadability provides
a lower cost per mile. Your professional retread company certifies casing
soundness and retreadability.
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Q - Can Ultraseal be used in
tyres with tubes?
A - Yes!
Ultraseal will seal wounds in both tube and tubeless tyres as long
as there is rubber recovery and it is not a dangerous wound.
A tube is not one of man's most ingenious inventions,
and is very unreliable. The tube is basically made of rubber and synthetics.
The wall thickness of a tube is not uniform and rubber content is very
critical in terms of elasticity and rubber recovery. A tube that does
not contain a sufficient amount of natural rubber cannot recover (close
up) after sustaining a wound. It is critical that there be rubber recovery
to assure a positive secure clot.
By installing Ultraseal into a tube, the problem of
punctures can be reduced. The seal in a tube is not permanent. Tubes
squirm inside a tyre at high speed if the puncturing object is left
in the tyre and tube, it may rip the tube. Then even Ultraseal may not
able to help. We recommend that nails be removed on a routine basis
and the tyres air pressure be maintained at maximum PSI to reduce the
squirming.
When a tube is punctured, the size of the wound in the
tube may be much larger than the actual puncturing object; also tubes
are very susceptible to ripping.
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Q - Is Ultraseal strictly for
sealing a damaged tyre?
A - No!
Ultraseal is a preventative maintenance tyre additive and was designed
primarily to be utilised prior to a tyre receiving damage from puncturing
objects and/or interior damage caused from operating tyres under inflated.
After installing Ultraseal, the vehicle is driven a
minimum of 3 to 5 miles (5 to 8 km), however it is not imperative to
drive the vehicle immediately. For Ultraseal to perform its preliminary
functions, the tyre and Ultraseal must go through an initial conditioning
period, at which time Ultraseal will have completely coated and conditioned
the inner surfaces of the tyre/rim.
When a puncture occurs, the Ultraseal coating encapsulates
the puncturing object. When the puncturing object is removed or ejected,
Ultraseal is drawn into the wound by the capillary action of the escaping
air, the wound closes up (rubber recovery) thereby trapping the Ultraseal
clot. The clot cures and becomes non water-soluble to protect the inner
structure from outside contaminants.
The Ultraseal clot is only as strong as the tyre and
can not hide or mask a dangerous wound.
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Q - Can Ultraseal maintain correct
air pressure?
A - Yes!
Independent laboratory testing has proven without a doubt that Ultraseal
has the ability to eliminate porosity and air migration.
One of the world's largest retread company's headquarters
tested Ultraseal for air retention and positive sealing capabilities.
It was reported that Ultraseal was the only tyre sealant that they had
tested which provided 100% air retention.
Although Ultraseal will maintain correct air pressure,
we recommend that visual inspection be performed on a per trip basis
and complete tyre examinations and air pressure inspections be performed
at scheduled PM's.
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Q - Does Ultraseal extend tyre
life and retard dry rot?
A - Yes!
Independent laboratory tests have proven without a doubt that Ultraseal
will retard aging within the inner structure of a tyre.
Independent testing has also proven that Ultraseal will
reduce heat and eliminate migrating air which is directly related to
increased tyre and casing life.
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Q - Will Ultraseal
seal sidewall punctures?
A - Yes & No!
However, It is important to realise that Ultraseal cannot hide or mask
a dangerous wound.
Radial tyre sidewalls are much thinner in construction
than the rest of the tyre. Even though there is some rubber recovery,
if the wound has not weakened the structure of the tyre, it will seal.
If the wound is dangerous, Ultraseal is designed to
bleed and the tyre will deflate in a slow controlled manner. Regardless
of the tyre, the sidewall is the most vulnerable area. Ultraseal Intl.
does not guarantee positive secure seals on sidewall punctures.
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Q - Will Ultraseal eventually
dry or ball up in the tyre?
A - No!
Ultraseal's Thixogel™ protects against separation and formulation
breakdown. Tyres exposed to normal operational temperatures and high
speed will not cause Ultraseal to break down.
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Q - Will Ultraseal last as
long as the tyre?
A - Yes
Ultraseal Intl. warranties Ultraseal Tyre Life Extender/sealer for
the legal tread life of the tyre.
Since 1969, Ultraseal Tyre Life Extender/sealer has
never failed to provide tyre protection.
Ultraseal's Thixogel™ enables the formulation
to withstand heat, sheer and stress resulting from centrifugal force
emanating from a rotating tyre/rim.
Ultraseal's abilities & performance is not diminished
with speed, distance or time.
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Q - Do you need to stir or
mix Ultraseal prior to installing?
A - No!
Ultraseal is thixotropic and does not separate. In fact in-depth testing
by an over the road trucking company has proven that even after 100,000+
miles Ultraseal continues to remain in a thixotropic state and did not
separate or ball up.
Some tyre sealant marketers state that their sealant
needs to be stirred or mixed prior to installing into a tyre.
Their statement, as follows, does not substantiate reliability;
Once the sealant is installed into a tyre, the tyre/rim
assembly acts as a mixing machine and will keep their product properly
mixed.
False! A spinning tyre/rim assembly
creates centrifugal forces and will readily and permanently separate
the solids from the liquids. Therefore this type of tyre sealant will
become ineffective, in a short period of time.
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Q - Must you fully deflate
the tyre to apply Ultraseal ?
A - No!
Because of our specialist equipment, only a little air will be lost
during installation, usually a couple of pounds, which can be corrected
upon completion.
The only exception to this, is the DIY bottle, were
it will be necessary to deflate the tyre fully.
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Q - Does Ultraseal have a shelf
life warranty?
A - Yes!
Ultraseal Intl. certifies that when stored in factory sealed original
containers, out of direct sunlight and in a temperature range of -07°C
(+20°F) to +35°C (95°F) Ultraseal may be stored for at least
60 months (5 years).
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Q - Does Ultraseal cause out
of balance problems?
A - No!
Ultraseal cannot create an out of balance situation. If the tyre and
rim are properly balanced prior to installing Ultraseal and neither
is out of round, then there will not be a change in performance.
Ultraseal does not balance tyres or rims. If a problem
exists then Ultraseal may aggravate the situation, which acts as a safety
warning alerting the driver that there is definitely a tyre, rim and/or
suspension problem.
Race car drivers attaining speeds up to 250 mph (400kph)
have reported no vibrations or handling problems in tyres treated with
Ultraseal.
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Q - Is Ultraseal compatible
with tyre components?
A - Yes!
Ultraseal's formulation is fully compatible with all components in
any tyre.
Ultraseal has been tested by independent laboratories
fresh (new) and even after 40,000 miles, tests results prove Ultraseal
exceeds all compatibility requirements.
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Q - Will Ultraseal rust or
corrode rims?
A - No!
Ultraseal's rust and corrosion inhibiting system continuously works
to prevent rust or corrosion.
Ultraseal cannot eliminate existing rust or corrosion,
but will neutralise it and prevent any additional damage.
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Q - Can tyres treated with
Ultraseal be repaired?
A - Yes!
Ultraseal does not contain any adhesive or chemicals that would alter
the tyre's integrity.
Ultraseal is totally water-soluble in its liquid state
and even when cured it can easily be removed from the interior of any
tyre.
All major repairs are performed by simply wiping the
wound area with a damp cloth, then wipe dry and repair.
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Q - Does Ultraseal
create a mess when a tyre is dismounted?
A - No!
Ultraseal is a viscous gel-like liquid that does not flow like water.
Approximately 80% of the minimum required application amount coats the
entire inner surface of the tyre/rim. The remaining 20% is considered
the reserve, which does settle to the bottom only when a tyre is stationary.
When dismounting a tyre containing Ultraseal, there
is not enough product collected at the bottom that would allow it to
splash out.
If the mechanic breaks the bead prior to releasing all
the air from the tyre, the Ultraseal around the bead/rim attempts to
prevent the air from escaping, resulting in a small amount of Ultraseal
blowing out, as the bead breaks away from the rim. To prevent this from
happening, release all of the air pressure prior to breaking the bead.
Once a mechanic understands the simple basics on handling
Ultraseal there is never a problem.
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Q - Will Ultraseal seal large
wounds?
A - Yes & No!
Ultraseal seals wounds measured by the size of the puncturing object,
not the size of the wound.
Regardless of how small a puncture may be, if the puncturing object
has extensively damaged the tyres integrity, the wound will continue
to bleed air and Ultraseal. This is a safety factor designed into the
proprietary Ultraseal formulation.
Ultraseal's commercial/industrial grade will seal wounds
made by puncturing objects up to and including 1/4" in diameter.
Ultraseal's Extra Heavy Duty grade for slow moving off
road vehicles will seal wounds made by puncturing objects up to 3/8"
diameter.
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Q - Is Ultraseal a permanent
seal?
A - Yes & No!
The Tyre Industry claims that "permanent repair" refers to
a tyre repair that is permanently attached to the wound area by means
of adhesives and/or vulcanisation.
Although Ultraseal's seals are positive secure seals
that remain airtight for the life of the tyre, Ultraseal is not a glue
or adhesive.
The proprietary formulation is designed to bleed air
and Ultraseal if a tyre has received major structural damage, therefore
for safety reasons the permanency of an Ultraseal seal is contingent
on the integrity of the tyre.
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Q - Does Ultraseal protect
steelbelts from contamination?
A - Yes!
Independent testing by the world's largest steel belt manufacturer
proves that Ultraseal will not cause corrosion.
One of Ultraseal's proprietary attributes is the ability
to cure in a wound and become non water-soluble. This phenomenon is
how Ultraseal permanently prevents corrosion on steel belts as it protects
against outside moisture and contaminants from leaching into the wound
as the vehicle is driven.
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Q - Is an Ultraseal seal as
good as a patch?
A - Yes!
In most cases, Ultraseal is better than a patch, the reason being is
that Ultraseal is a preventative.
A patch is a repair that is performed after the tyre
has gone flat and in most cases has been driven flat for some distance.
Driving on a flat radial tyre even for a short distance will create
extensive internal damage that is irreversible and normally goes unnoticed
by the repair person.
Preventative Maintenance is always better and safer
than an after the fact repair.
ThIs enormous safety enhancement is a major factor in
utilizing Ultraseal Tyre Life Extender/sealer as preventative maintenance.
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Q - Does Ultraseal run to the
bottom of the tyre?
A - No!
Ultraseal's Thixogel™ transforms the formulation into a unique
gel state that seems to defy gravity, allowing it to cling to the entire
inner surface of the tyre/rim.
There are no adhesives in the formula and Ultraseal
will not cause chemical changes to the tyre, which would void a tyre
warranty.
This ability to coat the inner surface of both the tyre
and rim is one of Ultraseal Intl's closely guarded proprietary secrets.
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Q - Does Ultraseal freeze in
cold climates?
A - No!
Ultraseal's operating temperatures are -40°C (-40°F) to +149°C
(+300°F).
Ultraseal has passed the freezing requirements of the
United States Postal Service Generic Tyre Sealant Specifications.
Ultraseal will not freeze when operating a vehicle in
cold climates. In extreme cold weather below -40°C/F, Ultraseal
will slightly thicken, but as the tyre heats up from normal road friction,
Ultraseal quickly returns to its normal viscosity.
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Q - Is it difficult to install
Ultraseal ?
A - No!
All of Ultraseal's professional application equipment have been designed
for "ease of use".
To install Ultraseal, into tyres of an average passenger
car or light truck requires less than 2 minutes per tyre, while a large
truck averages 5 minutes per tyre.
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Q - Is the amount of Ultraseal
in a tyre critical?
A - Yes!
In order for Ultraseal to establish a complete coating throughout the
entire inner surface of the tyre/rim and have a 20% reserve, it required
that Ultraseal's Engineers calculate the total inner surface of all
tyre/rim combinations and the amount of Ultraseal required per tyre/rim
assembly.
Ultraseal Intl. publishes application charts which lists
all current tyre sizes and use profiles, with minimum and maximum amounts
of Ultraseal required per tyre. These charts are located in Ultraseal's
Technical Manual.
The specially designed and patented manual and pneumatic
pump equipment measures Ultraseal as it's being injected into the tyre.
The manual pump measures 1 to 5.5 units of Ultraseal
per stroke.
The pneumatic pump measures one to thirty two units
of Ultraseal and can be preset to inject a specific amount for multiple
strokes.
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