SRSport

Well technically not my tyre but my father in laws tyre.

He is meant to be driving down south in a few days (300 miles) but has just noticed a slash running from side to side. The slash doesn't seem to be deeper than the tread depth so it is actually ok?

If you compare the slash to the thread depth then all that seems to be different is the fact that the slash is a lot thinner but essentially just an addition to the pattern. On the other hand it isnt a clean cut like the tread pattern so not sure if it would be susceptible to tearing under braking.

I know that with tyres it is always good to play safe but Im just wondering if this is something to worry about. What do you think?

Sorry about the rubbish pictures. only had my phone at the time.

birchy2010

iTrader: (12)

If it's down to the cord in the cuts then it's a MOT fail and I'd be getting it changed asap.
If it's not showing the cords it's not dangerous but I'd still look at getting it changed in the not too distant future.

SRSport

I dont think its down to the cords but may not be too far off. My only concern is whether driving will accelerate the tear and soon become dangerous. I dont know if a tyres rubber is designed to cope with tears without them developing or if they acts a bit like cotton, one small tear and it will soon become a large one.

Tidgy

get it changed, for the cost a £400 for a set of new boots all round not worth the potential risk

SRSport

Its a front wheel C max so he would only buy the one. Im just trying to find out from more knowledgable people than me whether it is indeed a risk.

Tidgy

you wont know till its too late and no mater what anyone says you wont know till it happens. as said for the cost the get it changed, just not worth chancing

SRSport

Im with you to be honest. If it was my car I would be changing it. My father in law is much more hesitant, but then again he has just bought another tyre, had a weekend holiday last weekend and is going to Spain next week and is feeling the pinch.

mickywrx

iTrader: (29)

I wouldn't drive any distance with a tyre like that, it's not safe in my opinion.

For the cost of a tyre, it's a no brainer really. Safety first.

CREWJ

As said, just get it changed. If there is a possibility of the tread tearing off then you must change it.

alcazar

iTrader: (2)

Take it to a reputable tyre dealership, and ask.

My guess is it's unsafe.

SRSport

We tried but they were far more interested in selling a new tyre than giving an honest opinion.

dunx

iTrader: (3)

And they would also be liable in court if proven wrong... so always play it safe.

dunx

SRSport

Good point.

stevie turbo

iTrader: (12)

change it its a blow out waiting to happen not worth it

D1CCY

Possibly a manufacturing defect. Even more reason to change asap.

JDM_Stig

iTrader: (3)

as above change it dont even think about driving any distance on it

SRSport

I went back to him armed with the might of the scoobynet opinions and he is now getting it changed as I write with this

http://www.clickontyres.com/Vredeste...c_Cento_XL_93Y


Thanks to all.

M444GY

iTrader: (72)

definately get it changed

SRSport

Well he went in for these and came out with some goodness only knows brand for £17 less

mickywrx

iTrader: (29)

That's older folk for you.

Anything will be safer than what was on though, that's the main thing.

SRSport

True, its worth it for the piece of mind alone.

Dutch Scooby lover

iTrader: (3)

Were this Federal tyres maybe??
Someone in the Netherlands has the same thing happen.

SRSport

I saw it today. It was actually a Falken tyre which arent too bad, he just pronounced the name over the phone as far-ler-keren which was why I thought he had some random piece of rubber on from somewhere far far away. Still I would much preferred to have had some Vreddys but there you go.

djandyg

iTrader: (2)

changed a customers tyre recently with a similar slash, only due to the fact that when i pulled it open with a screwdriver their was visible cord. If not it will be ok.