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Just paint. Any color. Nail polish works.
That doesn't usually flatten a tire
Ah, sorry. I was thinking of IDing purposes.
A wad of bubblegum with 2 or three nails pushed through it in opposing directions? Maybe a crumbled cardboard roll from a toilet paper instead of gum, not sure… something cheap and fast to produce is the answer, with multiple nails to make sure it sticks.
Only problem with nails is that they can simultaneously clog the hole they create, but it’s a start.
I think it depends on the kind of nail. Some nails have groove things that add a little bit of extra resistance to moving back out. Others do not. They also have to be sufficiently large. It's probably a good idea that they don't come out right away either. It'd be better for them to get a flat tire on a different street than the one you're on.
If we could get bulk tubular rivets, but sharp ones, I could see it working quite effectively in place of the nail. It punctures the wheel all the same, but with a hole straight through it for venting purposes. Tire would deflate as fast as the diameter of the hole allows air to escape.
You can probably buy tubular rivets and grind the end to a point. But a ready to go bulk source would be more ideal.
Edit: disclaimer: I am not advocating for any action with the information I share. This information is not advice. The information I provide is purely educational in every manner, shape, and form.
Edit: this would cause enough damage
Use like five or seven nails per ball. Use the putty to fuse the heads together. You can make somewhere between 10-20 units for under $20. That’ll disable a car by destroying its tire.
Edit: probably some good ways to spiderweb a windshield from a distance too. Slingshots can be effective.
Edit: You could also perhaps superglue a magnet to an AirTag and stick it to the vehicle. Cheap tracking of ICE location.
Edit: You know, having a strategy to ID the masked villains would be most effective. There’s a human effect where, if you have to put your identity next to your actions, you’re far less likely to act in evil ways. Just think about how shameless online trolls can be—ICE advantages from that mindset because of their masks.
The air tag one is great. There's probably a cheaper way to do it but I like the idea.
IDing ICE would go a long way, but they'll probably start wearing balaclavas before too long.
good idea. or maybe a paintball that doesnt wash off.
Like these, which are used for marking trees or livestock https://nelsonpaint.com/nelson-pellet-mark-oil-base-marking-pellets-120-ct-box/