Notices
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models

how bad is this?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 08:19 PM
  #1  
metaleckz's Avatar
metaleckz
Thread Starter
Racer
iTrader: (9)
 
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 1,834
Likes: 32
From: CA
Default how bad is this?


how bad? How many days/weeks left?
Passenger inner tire due to bad toe? I aligned my car 2 or 3 months ago
Lowered on BC racing and natural camber. maybe 12k miles on tire

Is this safe to run in 2 weeks? What will happen if i run this for like 500 mile? Will it explode or just slowly ran out of air?

Im having my new rims powder coated and polished in 2 days and maybe turnaround time is 1 week.
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 08:21 PM
  #2  
dfwjohnd's Avatar
dfwjohnd
Pole Position
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 237
Likes: 7
From: TX
Default

there is so many variables to this situation; pretty much comes down to save a couple of bucks or risk the chance of death. why not wait/get a ride/borrow someone else's car...
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 08:23 PM
  #3  
RDIS250AWD's Avatar
RDIS250AWD
Lead Lap
iTrader: (7)
 
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 4,933
Likes: 92
From: OH
Default

u know its bad if you have to ask. Don't risk your life and others by being cheap. Invest in new tires
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 08:26 PM
  #4  
lexuspaaji's Avatar
lexuspaaji
Driver School Candidate
 
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 22
Likes: 0
From: Surrey, BC
Default

If you NEED to drive it, why don't you just run the spare tire, unless maybe it wont work because you're lowered.
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 08:42 PM
  #5  
heyarms's Avatar
heyarms
Pole Position
iTrader: (5)
 
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 2,918
Likes: 40
From: SoTX
Default

Throw new tires on a credit card if you have too, it's worth the peace of mind and to not risk your life and/or others. I wouldn't go over 50-100 miles like that if it burned through to that in a few months.
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 08:53 PM
  #6  
smokyis350's Avatar
smokyis350
Lexus Champion
iTrader: (21)
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 2,970
Likes: 0
From: california
Default

That is bad. Chances of blowout is extremely high. Could be in 20 miles could be in 500 miles no one knows.
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 08:54 PM
  #7  
darkdream's Avatar
darkdream
Lexus Champion
 
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 2,368
Likes: 1
From: Socal
Default

I think it is illegal to drive with the tire's cords showing.
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 08:54 PM
  #8  
rawr2is250's Avatar
rawr2is250
Pole Position
 
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 324
Likes: 0
From: nv
Default

If you are already questioning it yourself, then you should already know its not safe to be using. Be safe to yourself or others.
Reply
ClubLexus Stories

Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe

story-0

TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

 Michael S. Palmer
story-1

Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

 Joe Kucinski
story-2

Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

 Joe Kucinski
story-3

Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

 Brett Foote
story-4

GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler

 Michael S. Palmer
story-5

9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)

 Joe Kucinski
story-6

2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!

 Brett Foote
story-7

Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Lexus TX 550h+ (& 3 Reasons to AVOID!)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-8

Top 10 Lexus & Toyota Models of the 1990s RANKED!

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

10 Great Toyotas That Could Have Been Lexus Models

 Joe Kucinski
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 09:03 PM
  #9  
metaleckz's Avatar
metaleckz
Thread Starter
Racer
iTrader: (9)
 
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 1,834
Likes: 32
From: CA
Default

Okay, how about running a 235 40 on the bad tire and leaving the 225 40 on the other side? Both rear are perfectly fine
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 09:18 PM
  #10  
pmanliu's Avatar
pmanliu
Lexus Test Driver
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 941
Likes: 5
From: NY
Default

Originally Posted by rawr2is250
If you are already questioning it yourself, then you should already know its not safe to be using. Be safe to yourself or others.
This. Just get some new tires dude.
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 09:20 PM
  #11  
metaleckz's Avatar
metaleckz
Thread Starter
Racer
iTrader: (9)
 
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 1,834
Likes: 32
From: CA
Default

Originally Posted by pmanliu
This. Just get some new tires dude.
I have work vsxx with brand new tires but i need to polish and powder coat it. I just need a temporary tire for 2 weeks while my vsxx are being polished and powder coated
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 09:22 PM
  #12  
pmanliu's Avatar
pmanliu
Lexus Test Driver
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 941
Likes: 5
From: NY
Default

If anything go to a local tire shop and get a used tire. I wouldn't risk running it with the metal exposed, just not worth the risk cause if anything it will probably just blow (versus slowly leaking out)
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 09:43 PM
  #13  
metaleckz's Avatar
metaleckz
Thread Starter
Racer
iTrader: (9)
 
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 1,834
Likes: 32
From: CA
Default

So is it okay if i run 235/40 lefr side amd 225/40 right side?
Reply
Old Aug 18, 2014 | 10:45 PM
  #14  
idoke1's Avatar
idoke1
Instructor
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
iTrader: (5)
 
Joined: Oct 2013
Posts: 1,126
Likes: 57
From: California
Default

^^you can run those tires but it will drive awkward. It will either pull to the left and or right. It will only be a temporary run though.
Reply
Old Aug 19, 2014 | 06:22 AM
  #15  
jonathanz's Avatar
jonathanz
Advanced
iTrader: (2)
 
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 536
Likes: 11
From: NY
Default

my suggestion, put a donut on.
Reply



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 06:07 PM.

story-0
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing

Slideshow: diving into 4Runner TRD Off-Road Premium's pricing, performance, fuel economy, features, and amenities!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-04-23 13:09:18


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!

Slideshow: the 10 Lexus and Toyota vehicles you need to drive before you die.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-23 10:34:24


VIEW MORE
story-2
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation

Slideshow: Top 10 Lexus/Toyota models with the lowest 5-year depreciation rate.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-08 12:19:06


VIEW MORE
story-3
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?

The LC hasn't even disappeared from the Lexus lineup yet, and we're already seeing signs of an explosive market.

By Brett Foote | 2026-04-06 09:25:02


VIEW MORE
story-4
GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler

Slideshow: comparing the pricings, specs, power, fuel economy, fun-factor, and features of the GX 550 Luxury+ and TX 550h+ Luxury.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-19 13:44:11


VIEW MORE
story-5
9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)

Slideshow: 9 best Lexus models you can buy for half price and 1 you should avoid

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-19 12:01:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!

Here's everything you need to know about the latest NX.

By Brett Foote | 2026-03-19 11:56:59


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Lexus TX 550h+ (& 3 Reasons to AVOID!)

Slideshow: reviewing the 2026 Lexus TX 550h+ Luxury plug-in hybrid crossover SUV!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-05 19:04:47


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Lexus & Toyota Models of the 1990s RANKED!

Slideshow: Top 10 Lexus and Toyota model of the 1990s ranked.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-04 12:35:11


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Great Toyotas That Could Have Been Lexus Models

Slideshow: 10 Toyotas that could have been Lexus models.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-02-19 11:44:33


VIEW MORE