Bumped a curb - do I need a new tire

[Fizzer600]

Bumped a curb and noticed I tore a small part of the sidewall on my brand new Firehawk. Does this need to be replaced?

I have read that any sidewall damage whatsoever merits a replacement due to risk of blowout, but wanted to make sure before I shell out +$150.

If it has to be replaced, do i need to replace the tires in pairs or can i just replace the single tire?

 

[TyphoonFiST]

Bumped a curb and noticed I tore a small part of the sidewall on my brand new Firehawk. Does this need to be replaced?

I have read that any sidewall damage whatsoever merits a replacement due to risk of blowout, but wanted to make sure before I shell out +$150.

If it has to be replaced, do i need to replace the tires in pairs or can i just replace the single tire?


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Na....should be fine*IMO . Where did you buy them? Did they offer a road hazard warranty? If yes....hit them up and see what they say.

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[Fizzer600]

Na....should be fine*IMO . Where did you buy them? Did they offer a road hazard warranty? If yes....hit them up and see what they say.

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I did buy them from Tirerack. I was under the impression that they only covered defects (i.e., if you hit a pothole or curb you are out of luck.)

 

[TyphoonFiST]

I did buy them from Tirerack. I was under the impression that they only covered defects (i.e., if you hit a pothole or curb you are out of luck.)

I also bought my tires from Tirerack ..But* I brought them too Discount tire to get them installed and they offered a warranty for them even though I didn't buy them through them. I said sure ..Why not. They even mounted and Balanced them for free after I bought their warranty. I've already had excellent service from all the discount tires i have dealt with which to me after spending years in the CSR realm is hard to find.

 

[TyphoonFiST]

Plus your tire isn't punctured. Its just cosmetic damage. Only you will notice it!

 

[flbchbm]

Luckily, that is right at the thickest area, made to protect the wheel. However, I'd like to see a pic with that chunk bent back so we can see the depth.

 

[Sprinkle_Star]

 

[Fizzer600]

Luckily, that is right at the thickest area, made to protect the wheel. However, I'd like to see a pic with that chunk bent back so we can see the depth.

Here you go!

 

[Ford ST]

Nothing to worry about.

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[flbchbm]

Here you go!

Yep, you are lucky. "It's only a flesh wound" (monty python and the holy grail)

 

[Fizzer600]

Yep, you are lucky. "It's only a flesh wound" (monty python and the holy grail)

Makes me happy to hear! As soon as I move out of the city and I am not parallel parking everyday, I am going to have all 4 rims repaired...can't wait.

 

[flbchbm]

Makes me happy to hear! As soon as I move out of the city and I am not parallel parking everyday, I am going to have all 4 rims repaired...can't wait.

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