hey guys,

i was backing out of my driveway earlier today at my new place and hit a sharp curb on the side and it chipped my front tire. is it something i should be worried about? does it need to get replaced? pic attached

thanks

 

It needs to be replaced. Now it has a much higher likelihood of blowing out and the integrity of the sidewall is hugely compromised.

 

I'd replace it if i were you because i wouldnt want to crash and die with highway speeds.

 

Yeah you should definitely get that replaced ASAP

 

Thanks guys. Went this morning and got the 2 front tires replaced with some Hankook evos

 

Those are good tires.

 

Good thing you got them replaced... Never fool around with tires :x

 

Here's....^....logic and common sense at work! Why take a chance when your life's involved?
Gary

 

Good going! Always stay safe!

 

Oh ****... Mine's worse than that and I been drivin' around like an idiot... ARGH. Bye bye cash

 

I never would have thought a small chip in the sidewall could be so dangerous!

I have one about half the side of that on my rears and I've been driving on many rough roads without any problems....I wonder if the manufacturer's warranty covers this? (Hankooks)

 

It always better to be safe then sorry. Especially when your driving on the freeway.

 

Yep, that kind of damage goes from "no problem" to "catastrophic failure at speed" with no in-between. No, it's abuse, no matter how unintentional, and the warranty will not cover. Some road hazard policies will cover that kind of sidewall damage, a few won't.