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Gouge in the tyre wall
Just noticed there's a gouge in the lump of rubber that runs around the tyre near the alloy lip. (there's a chunk out of that too) - Am I right in thinking the rubber there is pretty thick (to protect the lip of the rim) and not something to worry about. They are michelin latitudes 255/55/r19.2006 TDV6 HSE Wrapped Matt Black STOLEN NOT RECOVERED
27th Jun 2013 6:02 pm
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Does look like its in the extra rubber of the rim protector, are there any signs of a deeper split or and cords showing?Altox GSM FBH controller thread
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27th Jun 2013 6:29 pm
titters
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No - there are no cords showing or anything - the gouge is basically in the rubber lip taking it down to the depth of the rest of the tyre wall - I could pull the flap off.2006 TDV6 HSE Wrapped Matt Black STOLEN NOT RECOVERED
27th Jun 2013 6:31 pm
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Never take a chance with safety, get it looked at.
So difficult to tell with a photo.
28th Jun 2013 6:08 am
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Had it checked by local specialist and was given the all clear - apparently it was the rim protector trying to do its job and not a problem - good to get it checked though! Ta for all the advice...2006 TDV6 HSE Wrapped Matt Black STOLEN NOT RECOVERED
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