[Pic]Damaged Tire. Safe to Drive For A Week?

AMG KLR · 11-23-2020, 01:45 PM

Mechanic noticed this before I grab the car. Was planning on getting new tires soon. Of course I don't think this is safe long term but just for the meanwhile as it is my only car. This is in the rear fortunately so god forbid any blowouts my front ones are intact.

thompsac25 · 11-23-2020, 01:54 PM

Yikes. I wouldnt drive on it like that...

Icarium81 · 11-23-2020, 01:55 PM

Nope. You've got drastically reduced ability to hold up sidewall pressure, so turning and putting load on that tire could lead to it blowing. On the plus side, it's not a tall sidewall so the drop to the ground won't be as drastic if it does happen.

BimR · 11-23-2020, 01:57 PM

Noooooo! That can burst. Please don't risk it.

bellguy · 11-23-2020, 01:59 PM

You can see the cords exposed, no way would I risk driving on that tyre, potentially very dangerous to do so.

BBri89 · 11-23-2020, 02:01 PM

The edge of the tread there is warped, and the sidewall clearly cut.

I might, if it was an absolute must, drive it for a few miles at no more than 30mph, ideally only 20mph, ie to get home or to a garage if there was no alternative.

But if I was already at home, I'd not be going anywhere.

Are they runflats? If so, perhaps you could deflate it and drive a short distance on it, but I wouldn't want to drive with it inflated unless absolutely necessary to get home.

HarryTee · 11-23-2020, 02:03 PM

If you're very gentle in your driving, you should be ok.
With this gentle style of driving for the week, even if it blows out, I don't think there'll be serious damage. The more likely worst-scenarios is air leaking through the damaged spot and the tyre will deflate gradually.

Jekyllmd · 11-23-2020, 02:10 PM

Now that your totally aware of this and posted a picture of the tire of proof of your awareness, what's the price of a lawsuit vs a new tire? Cause an accident because your tire blew out and you knowing it, heavyweight to bear.

Billfitz · 11-23-2020, 02:42 PM

I'd drive it...to the nearest tire retailer.

F30lolz · 11-23-2020, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by AMG KLR

Mechanic noticed this before I grab the car. Was planning on getting new tires soon. Of course I don't think this is safe long term but just for the meanwhile as it is my only car. This is in the rear fortunately so god forbid any blowouts my front ones are intact.

What size tire? I have 4-5 used run flats 225/45/18’s I’ll give you one, just pay for shipping.

Elvisfan · 11-23-2020, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by AMG KLR

Mechanic noticed this before I grab the car. Was planning on getting new tires soon. Of course I don't think this is safe long term but just for the meanwhile as it is my only car. This is in the rear fortunately so god forbid any blowouts my front ones are intact.

That 1302 isn’t the date code is it?

chowser51 · 11-23-2020, 06:49 PM

I don't think the H1302 is the date code, It's a model. I don't think Driveguards have been around that long. It looks like a Driveguard tire. Date code would be on the other end.

SeanFitz335 · 11-23-2020, 07:04 PM

Nope! If that comes apart it's not just the tire; it's the inner fender, the fender, brake likes etc that are going to get destroyed from that tire flopping around.

I had a rental that blew a tire making a mild left turn through an intersection. The tire came apart and destroyed the inner fender and fender. Luckily it was the one time I opted for the insurance so it didn't cost me a dime. Damage was extensive for a simple blow out.

Elvisfan · 11-23-2020, 07:31 PM

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I don't think the H1302 is the date code, It's a model. I don't think Driveguards have been around that long. It looks like a Driveguard tire. Date code would be on the other end.

That should be covered under warranty .

Billfitz · 11-23-2020, 09:21 PM

For all intents and purposes there's no warranty on original equipment tires. Replacement tires have road hazard warranties, which would be spelled out on the sales receipt.

340i9114s · 11-23-2020, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by AMG KLR

Mechanic noticed this before I grab the car. Was planning on getting new tires soon. Of course I don't think this is safe long term but just for the meanwhile as it is my only car. This is in the rear fortunately so god forbid any blowouts my front ones are intact.

What size tire? I have 4-5 used run flats 225/45/18’s I’ll give you one, just pay for shipping.

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Originally Posted by AMG KLR

Mechanic noticed this before I grab the car. Was planning on getting new tires soon. Of course I don't think this is safe long term but just for the meanwhile as it is my only car. This is in the rear fortunately so god forbid any blowouts my front ones are intact.
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What size tire? I have 4-5 used run flats 225/45/18's I'll give you one, just pay for shipping.

If this happens, im sending you a pizza for being a good person

AMG KLR · 11-24-2020, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by F30lolz

What size tire? I have 4-5 used run flats 225/45/18’s I’ll give you one, just pay for shipping.

Really appreciate you. Thanks!

Back for Thanksgiving and was helping my fam out with all these chores and of course this happened. If it was my call I'd have new tires on the way already without posting. Thankfully was able to convince my (stubborn) dad. New rears to replace the damaged one coming tomorrow, and new front ones to replace near balding ones coming Friday.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

dmaxdmax · 11-24-2020, 10:05 AM

Runflat ftw. I drove miles...they say I could go 50 miles at 50 mph.

AMG KLR · 11-24-2020, 12:03 PM

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Runflat ftw. I drove miles...they say I could go 50 miles at 50 mph.

If you could drive that far on that tire, there's nothing stopping me from asking my crush out

tex2670 · 11-24-2020, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by AMG KLR

Mechanic noticed this before I grab the car. Was planning on getting new tires soon. Of course I don't think this is safe long term but just for the meanwhile as it is my only car. This is in the rear fortunately so god forbid any blowouts my front ones are intact.

What do you mean your "mechanic noticed this"? Weren't you getting TPMS warnings?

Logicoeur · 11-24-2020, 01:25 PM

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Runflat ftw. I drove miles...they say I could go 50 miles at 50 mph.

Did the same with a run flat chunk. Drove 20-30miles all the way home, at 50mph on the highway for 20 of those miles.

For the 1/100 occasion when you get a flat, run flats see worth the money in gold. The other 99/100 they are shit. Just buy some regular tires and get roadaide with tire insurance.

Polo08816 · 11-24-2020, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by AMG KLR

Mechanic noticed this before I grab the car. Was planning on getting new tires soon. Of course I don't think this is safe long term but just for the meanwhile as it is my only car. This is in the rear fortunately so god forbid any blowouts my front ones are intact.

Don't be a pussy. I track on tires that are in far worse condition.

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Icarium81 Lieutenant 259 Rep 517 Posts Drives: 2018, 330i xdrive Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Nova Scotia iTrader: (1)	Nope. You've got drastically reduced ability to hold up sidewall pressure, so turning and putting load on that tire could lead to it blowing. On the plus side, it's not a tall sidewall so the drop to the ground won't be as drastic if it does happen.
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BimR Lieutenant 245 Rep 500 Posts Drives: 2016 328 Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	Noooooo! That can burst. Please don't risk it.
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bellguy Second Lieutenant 127 Rep 283 Posts Drives: BMW 2019 440I M sport Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	You can see the cords exposed, no way would I risk driving on that tyre, potentially very dangerous to do so.
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BBri89 Captain 516 Rep 749 Posts Drives: F31 320d xDrive M Sport Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: West Sussex, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW 320d xDriv ... [0.00]	The edge of the tread there is warped, and the sidewall clearly cut. I might, if it was an absolute must, drive it for a few miles at no more than 30mph, ideally only 20mph, ie to get home or to a garage if there was no alternative. But if I was already at home, I'd not be going anywhere. Are they runflats? If so, perhaps you could deflate it and drive a short distance on it, but I wouldn't want to drive with it inflated unless absolutely necessary to get home. __________________ 2015 F31 320d xDrive M Sport (Plus pack) *My progress thread*
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HarryTee Lieutenant 214 Rep 496 Posts Drives: 2020 M4CP & 2017 440i GC Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	If you're very gentle in your driving, you should be ok. With this gentle style of driving for the week, even if it blows out, I don't think there'll be serious damage. The more likely worst-scenarios is air leaking through the damaged spot and the tyre will deflate gradually.
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Jekyllmd Private 68 Rep 61 Posts Drives: 340i M Sport Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: 19446 iTrader: (0)	Now that your totally aware of this and posted a picture of the tire of proof of your awareness, what's the price of a lawsuit vs a new tire? Cause an accident because your tire blew out and you knowing it, heavyweight to bear.
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Billfitz Lieutenant General 8243 Rep 16,079 Posts Drives: '15 328iX GT Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: New Hampshire iTrader: (0)	I'd drive it...to the nearest tire retailer.
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chowser51 Colonel 2025 Rep 2,805 Posts Drives: F33 430 and F39 M35i Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Cleveland, OH iTrader: (3) Garage List 2018 BMW 430i xDrive [0.00]	I don't think the H1302 is the date code, It's a model. I don't think Driveguards have been around that long. It looks like a Driveguard tire. Date code would be on the other end.
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SeanFitz335 Private 54 Rep 68 Posts Drives: 2014 335i M-Sport Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Arizona iTrader: (0)	Nope! If that comes apart it's not just the tire; it's the inner fender, the fender, brake likes etc that are going to get destroyed from that tire flopping around. I had a rental that blew a tire making a mild left turn through an intersection. The tire came apart and destroyed the inner fender and fender. Luckily it was the one time I opted for the insurance so it didn't cost me a dime. Damage was extensive for a simple blow out.
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Billfitz Lieutenant General 8243 Rep 16,079 Posts Drives: '15 328iX GT Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: New Hampshire iTrader: (0)	For all intents and purposes there's no warranty on original equipment tires. Replacement tires have road hazard warranties, which would be spelled out on the sales receipt.
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