Steer Tire Sidewall Cut

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Mullet_Head87, Jul 11, 2016.

  1. flatbeb mac

    flatbeb mac Medium Load Member

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    That tire was originally on the passenger's side, I noticed it started pulling to the right. So I rotated the steers and it stopped pulling to the right but soon after I noticed that the left steer felt like it would start bouncing from time to time. So I figure some band are broken in the tire, after this last 600 Mi stretch I did a post trip and caught those dimples on it. I didn't have time to deal with it this morning but right after I get unloaded I'm headed to the house and that tire has got to go. I guess I might as well get a matching set.
     
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  3. Brandonpdx

    Brandonpdx Road Train Member

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    I would keep that one and use it on a trailer. No such thing as having steer tires that are "too nice" though.
     
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  4. Mullet_Head87

    Mullet_Head87 Medium Load Member

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    Wouldnt say I panicked I rolled with it for 600+ miles, delivered, and Ryder shop was next door so just got it replaced fast. The chunk was about half inch deep, sorry the photo is crap just wanted opinions and that's what I got! Be safe!
     
  5. Ruthless

    Ruthless Road Train Member

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    image.jpg I'm getting General RA's apparently... Soon as these girls get their old stock out of the yard in their jalopy
     
  6. Mullet_Head87

    Mullet_Head87 Medium Load Member

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    IMG_20160711_120253.jpg Heres a better photo of the damage steer. I circled in red where it is.
     
  7. Dumdriver

    Dumdriver Road Train Member

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    That's a better photo of the damage? I don't see it. But honestly, it's your life on the line (and those around you)- if you feel it needed to be replaced at that time (even if only because that was the most convenient time for you to do it) then you were 100% correct in your decision.

    Good looking out, driver. We need more guys out there that look out for their equipment like you do
     
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  8. spyder7723

    spyder7723 Road Train Member

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    Good ol sunco. Which fleet you running?
     
  9. Mullet_Head87

    Mullet_Head87 Medium Load Member

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    Watkins as company driver, Watkins bought out Sunco.
     
  10. S M D

    S M D Road Train Member

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    Yeah nothing wrong with it. tires are not made out of gum. can I have it? Itll be a great spair for the next 100k on my trailer haha
     
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  11. Ezrider_48501

    Ezrider_48501 Road Train Member

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    from what i can tell from the blurry pic that tire looks fine
     
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