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HELP, Tire Damage = Is it still usable? Pic inside.

Old 02-06-11, 02:00 PM
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Default HELP, Tire Damage = Is it still usable? Pic inside.

I have a tire that has the steel belt exposed right where the bead would sit. Is it still usable? I would think it might leak there but I can't be sure since I had a mechanic tell me it's still good to use.

Would like the advice of CL members who have more expertise in this area..

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Thanks in advance.
Old 02-09-11, 04:45 PM
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Any damage on the sidewalls should be replace no questions asked if you love your life.
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Originally Posted by GS4_Fiend
Any damage on the sidewalls should be replace no questions asked if you love your life.
All right, that's what I figured. Thanks
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Yep, it would leak and lose pressure until it exploded. If your lucky it would go flat at a slow speed but I think you're probably not willing to take that chance
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Not safe to use.
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