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Tires: How large a gash is too large?

Old 06-14-06, 08:11 AM
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Tires: How large a gash is too large?

I'm speaking of road tires here, 700-800 mile old Michelin Pro Race 2's specifically.

I know that cuts and small holes are to be expected, but when is it time for a new tire? I've got a (central) gash about 1/3 the diameter of a pencil eraser on my rear tire. I've used several applications Loctight rubber sealant that have not held entirely. I haven't flated out yet but I am feeling less confident on the long rides.
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Old 06-14-06, 08:25 AM
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If you think the cord casing has been compromised or if there is a bulge get rid of it. I use Locktite Superglue to fill small cuts in my Pro Race tires, a 2 or 3 mm cut is usually the maximum I'll tolerate but that depends on how deep I think it is.

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Right, the rubber does not hold the tire together; it's the underlying casing. If that's damaged it may be time to replace but if it's just the rubber, and you're not having any problems, you're fine.
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Boot it, if you imagine that "stuff" can get in easier the way it is now.
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