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Old Nov 1, 2003 | 07:05 AM
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have a LT235/85R16 (10 ply) with a split in the sidewall. I am thinking of patching the inside and using a high pressure intertube (80 psi). has anyone tried this and if so did it work. it will be one of the duals in the rear. thankyou
 
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Old Nov 1, 2003 | 07:39 AM
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How long is the split? Is it split thru the cords?
 
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Old Nov 1, 2003 | 11:04 AM
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split is approx 1" long and it is through the tire.
 
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Old Nov 1, 2003 | 03:16 PM
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Scrap the tire, it is gone.
 
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Old Nov 1, 2003 | 05:43 PM
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you can't safely repair that tire, buy a new one. sorry.
 
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From: N. Florida - The "No 4x4
As if you needed another opinion; toss it - it's toast.

HTH.
 
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thank you all. will now have to find a place to despose of it. thanks again.
 
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OH! That's easy.

A tire swing for the kids. . . or the neighbor's kids.
 
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