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Old 01-19-2011, 09:58 AM
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Rear PS 2's. SHould i replace it?
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Old 01-19-2011, 10:07 AM
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if they have less than 50% of tread left - yes, if not - not sure, it is difficult to see how deep this scuff is. it is pretty close to the rim, changes of it to contact with anything are slim imho.
Old 01-19-2011, 11:16 PM
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I think you should replace it, not because of the "chip," but because the tread (as little as I can see in the pic) looks quite worn.
Old 01-20-2011, 04:43 AM
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Keep going and double check your AAA is up to date imho.
Take a look at a few in the shop - tires are quite thick and that looks 1-2mm deep at most.
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Take a good clear picture & measure the dimensions (length, width & depth) & send it to the technical department @ Michelin ( http://www.michelinman.com/contact/ ). If they don't give you a clear answer (which is rare) ding them on the satisfaction survey & you will get a call from them & you can discuss it further. Only Michelin knows what beneath that hole & the safety that may be compromised.
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Im taking it to the dealer where i bought the wheel/tire insurance. Lets see what they say. Thanks!
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If you have tire insurance why bother to ask us here? Besides, I already know what the tire insurance guys are going to tell you. Your tread depth is too low--you have no warranty remaining.

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