turtlecreek Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 This is a used PP I bought on ebay and the seller already sent me a replacement, but he said I should try them anyways and that it was no big deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer skuuter Posted November 14, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted November 14, 2007 "That" was already on a new tire Dale...... :blink: .....you need to make a phone call...... :unsure: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyrock Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I wouldn't worry if it sealed up, should be very little load on that spot IMO, but that's just me! :unsure: :blink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer skuuter Posted November 14, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted November 14, 2007 I wouldn't worry if it sealed up, should be very little load on that spot IMO, but that's just me! :unsure: :blink: I don't like the location....above the bead taper...... :unsure: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer BusyLittleShop Posted November 14, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted November 14, 2007 Looks as if someone cut the edge with a tire tool??? that portion of the tire is pretty safe from the stress of operation... I believe that used tires are never cost effective because the life may be already ridden out of them and the history is unknown... What's the date of manufacture on the tire??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Das Bone Posted November 14, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted November 14, 2007 Personally, I wouldn't take the chance.....not worth the risk IMHO. Tires are the only thing between you and the ground and therefore should be taken care of (pressures checked religiously) and only used if they are in good condition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyrock Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I wouldn't worry if it sealed up, should be very little load on that spot IMO, but that's just me! :unsure: :blink: I don't like the location....above the bead taper...... :unsure: Slap some silicon in the cut and ride, if the beads seat with no leaks it should not be an issue. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marid2apterbilt Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 Looks as if someone cut the edge with a tire tool??? that portion of the tire is pretty safe from the stress of operation... I believe that used tires are never cost effective because the life may be already ridden out of them and the history is unknown... What's the date of manufacture on the tire??? Seen that on car tires before. like busy little shop said, they should be ok. may leak slowly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum CEO HispanicSlammer Posted November 14, 2007 Forum CEO Share Posted November 14, 2007 You might be able to vulcanize the tear with some patch glue, its below the bead seal on the wheel so it should be ok. Me I would use them - assuming thats the only damage to the tire! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer skuuter Posted November 14, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted November 14, 2007 I wouldn't worry if it sealed up, should be very little load on that spot IMO, but that's just me! :unsure: :blink: I don't like the location....above the bead taper...... :unsure: Slap some silicon in the cut and ride, if the beads seat with no leaks it should not be an issue. :thumbsup: silicone for sure......keep it checked for the slow leak, that will be the issue.....not a "stress" problem....usually "slow leaks" though.......aggravating..... <_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyrock Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I've run both street and race tires(flipping) with chunks out of the bead area and as long as there's no cord damage and the tire seats it's never been an issue. If you mounted it up and it leaked air I would not run it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turtlecreek Posted November 14, 2007 Author Share Posted November 14, 2007 i am not afraid of a slow leak. my concern is a blow out on the front. if you look at the first picture closly, you will see 'threads?' this is not just a rubber cut. there are fractures in the cord as well. it is a very small area and i have no issue watching it for future damage. i just dont want to mount it if this is a high risk area. sounds like it might be ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyrock Posted November 14, 2007 Share Posted November 14, 2007 I thought the guy was sending you a replacement anyway? :unsure: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turtlecreek Posted November 14, 2007 Author Share Posted November 14, 2007 I thought the guy was sending you a replacement anyway? :unsure: he did, but since i have it, if it gets me through a track day or 2, i'd be happy too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 15, 2007 Share Posted November 15, 2007 Only two tires on the ground. If that one goes, you are scrrrrrewed! I can see the headlines already. A GOOD TIME GONE BAD. Why take the chance? Just my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Bent Posted November 15, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted November 15, 2007 Nope. I wouldn't do it. My azz is worth more than any even potential tire defect or damage. :unsure: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer chonsey Posted November 15, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted November 15, 2007 I believe that used tires are never cost effective because the life may be already ridden out of them and the history is unknown... +1 on that :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VFR4Lee Posted November 15, 2007 Share Posted November 15, 2007 That cut looks sketchy, I don't like the looks of it. I'd recycle it. I've seen people to use "take offs" that saw a few test laps around a track, and show minimal wear. I can see doing that, but I like new tires myself. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer skuuter Posted November 15, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted November 15, 2007 i am not afraid of a slow leak. my concern is a blow out on the front. if you look at the first picture closly, you will see 'threads?' this is not just a rubber cut. there are fractures in the cord as well. it is a very small area and i have no issue watching it for future damage. i just dont want to mount it if this is a high risk area. sounds like it might be ok. As long as the "set" air pressure stays close, not a high-stress area. If it leaks down to a low-seat-pressure point....now it becomes a stress area at the rim......on a car with 4 of em', I'd mount it and check for leakdown, and risk running it. On my bike with only 2 of em' and no "self-balancing-ability".......not my cup of tea. 'Course, I could just be old and senile for what it's worth........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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