how to puncture a tire with a screw driver

How To Puncture A Tire With A Screwdriver

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If you are reading this article then there’s a high probability someone was rude to you and you feel the only way to get back at them would be to read a piece like this titled “how to puncture a tire with a screwdriver”.

Many persons have resorted to using screwdrivers to puncture tires because it draws less attention compared to when you use a knife, however, before I give you the information you need, kindly note that his article and this blog, in general, will not be held responsible for any injury or accident incurred as a result of reading this information.

We will also note being held accountable for any illegalities that might arise if caught by law enforcement. This information is purely educational and isn’t meant for destruction purposes contrary to what you might think.

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Below is what you need:

Materials needed

Step 1

Have a good and justifiable reason

Times have been quite tough since the pandemic broke out and we have been forced to make lots of adjustments to how we live our daily lives.

Nonetheless, it shouldn’t give anyone enough reason to dump their frustration on someone else since we all experienced the change together. There are lots of Karens out there (male and female alike) who feel the world revolves only around them, and if you happen to encounter one on your bad day, perhaps you already have a justifiable reason.

Step 2

Wait for the right time

The right time to puncture a tire with a screwdriver is usually when the owner of the vehicle is away and the parking lot is less busy. You should also ensure you have the appropriate cover by avoiding cameras and wearing your baseball hat to conceal your identity.

Remember not to look too suspicious by always looking over your shoulder in the parking lot. Stay at a safe distance, observe all that’s going on, and then wait for the perfect time as earlier explained before you approach the vehicle in question.

Step 3

Hold your screwdriver firmly

Once you are certain the timing is perfect, have a firm grip on your screwdriver as you approach the vehicle. It’s also important that you wear hand gloves since there’s a high possibility of you sweating on your palm which could make it extremely difficult to get the job done.

Step 4

Firmly pierce through

A quick tip on holding the screwdriver when making the puncture: wrap your fingers around the head of the screwdriver except for your thumb. Your thumb should be placed directly on the tip of the head to prevent the screwdriver from passing through your fingers when making forceful contact. 

As soon as you get to the vehicle, target the sidewall of the tire. The sidewall is the weakest part of the tire and probably the most difficult to fix, so if you want to inflict lasting damage to your target the sidewall would be the best bet.

Step 5

Walk away quickly without being too suspicious

The puncture should happen at the first strike, but if not, you’ll have to try repeatedly until you get the desired goal. But note that the more attempt you make the more suspicion is drawn towards you.

After successfully completing your mission, move away from the vehicle as far as possible and ensure you don’t look too suspicious while at it. Don’t be in a haste to ditch the screwdriver as you might need it for something more useful. Get into your car, drive off, and pretend nothing happened – mission accomplished!

Can a tire punctured by a screwdriver be fixed?

Yes, a tire punctured by a screwdriver can be fixed. However, certain conditions will have to be met;

The hole should not exceed half of an inch

Depending on the type of screwdriver and the angle of the puncture, the hole could exceed even an inch, especially if it is the sidewall of the tire.

However, if it happens between the tire thread, then it’s likely not much of a problem as a tire plug can help remedy the situation until you get a permanent solution for your tire.

The puncture didn’t happen in the tire sidewall

Any puncture that happens on the sidewall of a tire is almost unredeemable by all standards – it doesn’t matter if a screwdriver caused it or not. Sidewalls of tires are probably the weakest part of a tire and as such, they are a target for slashes.

If the conditions explained above do not apply to you, kindly read below how to fix a screwdriver puncture using a tire plug.

Materials needed

Step 1

Locate the jack points in the vehicle

Don’t just apply your bottle jack on any area of your vehicle as it could easily damage something else. Study your car manual and locate the specified points underneath your vehicle you can use your bottle jack.

Step 2

Jack up your vehicle

After locating the jack points on your vehicle, ensure your car is on a level and solid surface before placing your bottle jack on the spot. Proceed to lift up your car until the tires are off the ground, then place your jack stand and gradually release the valve of your bottle jack.

Step 3

Remove the affected tire and find the hole

Once your car is now resting on the jack stand, remove the affected tire and locate the hole of the tire if you haven’t. If you aren’t sure of the spot, place the tire in the soapy water container and closely watch out for bubbles as you gently rotate the tire in the soapy bowl – the sight of bubbles means the point of leakage. Dry off the water using a towel then mark the exact spot using a masking time.

Step 4

Plug the hole using your plug kit apparatus

Use the sticky tar worm-like object in your plug kit. Start by peeling it off and trying threading it through a tool in the kit that looks like a big needle. You probably have to squeeze the end of the worm to get it to enter the eye of the big needle.

Once this is done, pull the thread and ensure it is centralized on the big needle. Put the plug tool containing the thread into the punctured part and apply the right amount of pressure and ensure the thread sinks into the hole – half an inch of the thread should stick out.

Yank out the plug tool, and as you will notice, the thread will be in the hole. You can use a razor or scissors to trim the thread, but if none is available, you can do it later.

Pump your tire and fix it back on the wheel. If you aren’t too sure of your handy skills use the help of someone who can, or better still, visit an auto repair shop.

How to prevent your tire from being slashed?

Have a good attitude – don’t be a Kareen

First and foremost, mind your business. Nobody, including you, would like people meddling in their personal affairs. Have the interest of other people at heart and always remember that the world doesn’t revolve around you – be nice!

Park in a busy parking lot

Isolating your car is one of the easiest ways to get your tire slashed. Parking in an area where there’s a lot of vehicular and human movement will indirectly serve as a security to prevent your tire from being slashed.

Park close to a street camera

Slashing tires either with a knife or with a screwdriver is a criminal offense that can get you jail time, as such, apprehending the culprit will go a long way in helping you identify your enemy. Try as much as you can to park close to a street camera as this act alone could help in the arrest of the culprit.

Lastly, always switch on your DashCam when parking in public to help identify movement around your vehicle.

FAQs

What can I use to burst a tire?

Using a knife would be a good place to start, but since it can get loud, I would recommend you use a very sharp knife or a screwdriver to get it done in a matter of seconds.

How can I make my tires flat?

There are several ways you can make your tire flat but here are some of the common ones;

How hard is it to plug a tire?

Plugging a tire is not hard at all. As long as you can remove the tire(s) from the wheel, you shouldn’t have any problem. Kindly follow the steps explained in this article for the best result.

How To Puncture A Tire With A Screwdriver – conclusion

I hope you never get so provoked to puncture someone’s tire, and I hope yours never gets punctured. It’s not a good experience and hopefully, we can find out more productive ways of venting our anger using the right and proper channels. Peace…

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