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Repair or Replace?

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by breakfasttaco93, Jan 3, 2018.

  1. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:19 AM
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    breakfasttaco93

    breakfasttaco93 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Navigational error...thoughts on if this is fixable or am I going to have to replace the tire?
     
  2. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:21 AM
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    gunn_runner

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    Can you keep her on the highway if it blows out at 65+?
     
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  3. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:21 AM
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    Brand new so nothing yet.
    I’d be worried with it over 55.
     
  4. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:21 AM
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    ZYBORG

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    Thats a replace for me.
     
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  5. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:22 AM
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    Replace. Looks like a deep gouge. Ever have a tire blow at highway speed?

    Btw, sucks that happened.
     
  6. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:24 AM
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    rnish

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    Is the cord cut? If not make it your spare. Replace when you do the entire set.
     
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  7. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:31 AM
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    replace. I'm actually a warranty tire inspector no bueno sir!
     
  8. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:33 AM
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    Another option is call michelin and get an authorization number for warranty. Pay for a new tire, wait a week or so after sending it in and get some money back.
     
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  9. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:35 AM
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    You can’t repair sidewall damage. Replace it before it blows. That is the potential injurious or deadly accident waiting to happen.
    Looks like the tire is fairly new, got warranty?
     
  10. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:38 AM
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    ZYBORG

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    Thanks for stating the obvious, Batman!

    :rofl:
     
  11. Jan 3, 2018 at 9:44 AM
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    I had a km2 that i cut a sidewall on a rock deep enough for me to stick my finger up to most of my fingernail, but it held air. It was almost brand new, but it was my mistake. I replaced it. I have had tires blow out on highway speeds and its no fun, especially if its a front tire.
     
  12. Jan 3, 2018 at 11:28 AM
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    Thanks for answering the same as-well dip shi*p
     
  13. Jan 3, 2018 at 11:33 AM
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    ZYBORG Let's roll...

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    Aren't you a feisty one...

    I'm guessing my play on words and attempt at humor went right over your head.... :smack:
     
  14. Jan 3, 2018 at 11:58 AM
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    haha never that bro.. Inferno taco friends drama only. All love
     
  15. Jan 3, 2018 at 12:21 PM
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    :cheers:
     

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