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11-29-2012, 02:21 PM | #1 |
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Tire bubble - is that always the end of the tire?
Found a small bubble in the sidewall of one winter tire. Are all bubbles indicative of tire death, or is there any chance it is OK?
I think I know the answer
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11-29-2012, 09:57 PM | #2 |
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Bubble in the side wall normally means there is a ply separation. Continued driving with that condition could result in a blow out. If it's on the front of the car, move it to the rear until you can get it replaced.
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11-29-2012, 10:17 PM | #3 |
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Yes....pretty much any bubbling is bad news, and the tire is toast.
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11-30-2012, 07:26 PM | #4 |
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Thanks. These winters are pretty worn so no point trying to replace just one
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11-30-2012, 08:06 PM | #5 |
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if it's worn you haven't missed out on much then...
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12-02-2012, 11:08 AM | #6 |
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