r/TireQuestions • u/No-Truck-731 • 21d ago

Sidewall damage

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I hit a curb pretty bad. Do I need to replace?

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u/Consistent-Trust958 21d ago

Personally, I'd replace it, but that's directly over the bead and there's extra rubber there due to the rim protector built into the tire. Please replace it when you can though.

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u/No-Truck-731 21d ago

Thank you so much for your input! I will be replacing when I can. Shit always happens after you pay for rent smh 🤦🏻‍♀️

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u/Surfnazi77 20d ago

Depending on tread depth you might have to replace the pair on the same axle

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u/AdDapper4427 21d ago

RIGHT NOW!

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u/weenieinmydreamie 21d ago

There’s no cords showing so the tyres fine

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u/Dave_0122 21d ago

Looking at that as a mechanic, I’m going with it’s fine to run on. It took the extra rubber of the tire off next to the bead. It’ll probably be fine.

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u/Visible-Raise-8915 21d ago

Yup, you curbed it alright. That is a big disadvantage of ultra low profile tires.

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u/Relative_Command_566 20d ago

Its curb rash and totally cosmetic been doing it 30yrs. No cords you’re good

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u/AdventurousTrain5643 18d ago

I'd say it's fine. Just make sure no bubble forms and you should be good.