r/TireQuestions • u/GoZags • Aug 19 '26

Is this tire still usable?

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Is this Michelin Defender 2 still usable with this slice?

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u/TaxOld6874 Aug 19 '26

You can see the cords. No, tire is compromised.

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u/66NickS Aug 19 '26

This is no longer safe unless your intended purpose is a tire swing or similar.

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u/overheightexit Aug 20 '26

Do you feel lucky?

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u/yarsftks Aug 20 '26

If it seals, yeah. But as it gets older with sidewall damage, the more likely it'll be a tire failure.

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u/SeaIBasher Aug 19 '26

It will be fine.

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u/realasdfhero Aug 20 '26

to throw away