How to handle nails in tires?

For the smaller stuff like,finish nails. Pull it out stick a drill bit about the same size in the hole to find the angle. Then drill out with a larger bit. Makes plugging so much easier

 

I just spit on it. If it throws bubbles, then I need to get to shop. But don't remove it.
If it doesn't bubble then I remove it and carry on.
Had one nail in my drive tire in five years. I'm always carful where I drive through. I never pull through in truckstops, check the dock areas before backing in. Removed plenty of seals laying on the ground.

 

I keep one of those at all times along with a block of wood and a can of either...
I would not feel good with a plugged steer tire but it would be good to get you home.
I like those big orange gooey plugs...they work good!

 

I once tore off my mudflap hanger and punctured a wide base drive tire with it. Boss wasn't too pleased.

 

Solid Trucking advice. Never, repeat, Never play games with a steer tire. Repair the tire and move it back to the trailer. I'd go one further and always replace steers in pairs.

 

Yes! Lucky thing is the truck is new....23k on her and they had a matching steer tire.