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Cut in sidewall, safe to drive?

SANZC02

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I would replace as soon as possible, sidewalls flex so every rotation is putting pressure on that gash, this is the type of damage that can cause a blowout. Not worth the risk driving on it in my opinion.
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The cut opens up because of tire pressure. IMO it's not a minor cut and its better to spend the ?
 

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I would replace as soon as possible, sidewalls flex so every rotation is putting pressure on that gash, this is the type of damage that can cause a blowout. Not worth the risk driving on it in my opinion.
This is the way. Please be safe. If a shop says it needs to be repaired, then don’t use it as a spare. Annoying, I know.
 
 








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