Tire bubbles....
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Tire bubbles....
Anyone have any experiences on tires bubbles on the inner walls of the outside of the tire? I run 37x12.5x15 on 10" rims now.....just prior to this past week, I had those same tires on 8" rims and my only driving was casually around town. I don't hotdog it and have never taken it offroading. I just discovered two air bubbles on them. I called the tire shop and he said it's common if you hit a pot hole hard, or go offroading. I haven't done either. I pretty much drive my truck like I drive my little sports car.....just casually around town and to car shows. After talking with the tire guy and researching it on the net, I know the science behind the bubbles, but my question is, is it safe to drive on it for a little while until I can get new ones....the other problem I have is that some sites are saying to replace all four, which can get costly 
....and others are saying two are ok for part time 4wd's. My truck is certainly part time. I'm not sure what to do yet and want to do the right thing. Thanks for any help with advice or past experiences.
....and others are saying two are ok for part time 4wd's. My truck is certainly part time. I'm not sure what to do yet and want to do the right thing. Thanks for any help with advice or past experiences.
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Also known as 'eggs'. When it will blow, your guess is as good as mine. But yes, you should replace it ASAP. If it were me, I'd just replace the two tires on the same axle. No need to replace all four unless others are showing signs of eggs. But in all actuality, all you really need to do is find ONE tire the same diameter to replace the bad one. Doesn't matter what brand or tread style, just make sure it's the same diameter and preferably the same width.
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