05-09-2013, 03:53 PM | #1 |
Major
108
Rep 1,291
Posts |
Bad luck with my passenger side rear tire/wheel ~@@
folks,
Bad news, leaving parking lot in a hurry after lunch today, I curbed my passenger side rear wheel and some damage to the tire. That tire is about 5 weeks old only. Although there's no sign of leaking, I am wondering if I should do a replacement. I have tire insurance, but I doubt the policy will cover such damage. Tomorrow morning I will have an appointment at my dealer so will check with them to see what they suggest. Pictures of damaged wheel and tires to follow.
__________________
Must stop eating..............
|
05-09-2013, 03:57 PM | #2 |
Private First Class
66
Rep 110
Posts |
Thats a bummer, sorry to see.
__________________
BMW E88 125 - 2008
BMW F10 M5 - 2016 BMW E70 X5 3.0d - 2007 BMW R1150r Rockster - 2003 Mercedes LP2223 - 1970 (http://www.lp2223.com) |
Appreciate
0
|
05-09-2013, 04:01 PM | #3 |
First Lieutenant
49
Rep 317
Posts |
tire insurance in the US covers both rim and tire damage. It is worth at the very least to bring it to the dealer and see what they suggest- usually you have to front the cost and you get reimbursed afterwards.
__________________
'22 Macan GTS
'21 911 C2S '20 Cayenne '16 X5 50i M-sport (3rd row!) |
Appreciate
0
|
05-09-2013, 04:05 PM | #4 |
Major
108
Rep 1,291
Posts |
I had the option to purchase the policy for both tires and rims, but i optioned to go with only the tires at the end. Not too worry about the look of the rim. I am more concerned if the chipped tire will cause a leak.
__________________
Must stop eating..............
Last edited by py0413; 05-09-2013 at 04:55 PM.. |
Appreciate
0
|
05-09-2013, 04:06 PM | #5 |
Major
83
Rep 1,489
Posts |
That sucks. Looks to be pretty far down the sidewall where rubber is missing. And it is pretty deep.
I'd just replace it...not worth having that hanging over your head to save a $500. I had an issue at 2K miles on my right front, and the question I asked myself was is it worth potentially having an accident over this in your $100K USD vehicle, let alone potential bodily injury?
__________________
Current: '16 GT4
Past ///Ms: '13 F10 M5, Alpine Weiss III/Sakhir Orange Full '10 E60 M5, Space Gray/Black |
Appreciate
0
|
05-10-2013, 12:01 AM | #6 | |
Major
108
Rep 1,291
Posts |
Quote:
__________________
Must stop eating..............
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-10-2013, 12:49 PM | #7 |
Lieutenant Colonel
125
Rep 1,622
Posts |
Always, always replace.. especially when it's a safety concern. Sounds like you we're leaning towards replacement anyway, so you were thinking correctly about it.
__________________
2013 BMW INDIVIDUAL ///M5 {Frozen Black/Amaro Brown/Amaro Brown Alcantara/White Contrast Stitching/Piano Black Trim}
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-10-2013, 01:33 PM | #8 |
Major
108
Rep 1,291
Posts |
@ the dealer service department now. Just spoke with a SA regarding to the chip on that tire. They said the damage isn't as bad and there is no need for a replacement at the moment. However, I will head to a reputable local tire shop and have a 2nd opinion.
__________________
Must stop eating..............
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-10-2013, 01:49 PM | #9 |
Captain
104
Rep 806
Posts |
I hit a pot hole two weeks ago and blew out the sidewall of the tire. only 2800 km on the tire too. Lucky for me I have rim and tire insurance, hells yeah make them pay. I was quoted $560 for tire and install. That's over 1/3 of what I paid for insurance.
__________________
2014 ///M5 CP Tanzanite Blue/Cohiba - 11.15 @ 128.8 & 1.84 60' (2150' DA) - BPM Tune - MSR Intake - SSP DCT - SS DPs & HFC Mid Pipes/X-Over - E Race Muffs - 19" MT DRs... On to a new home.
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-10-2013, 01:56 PM | #10 |
Lieutenant General
18966
Rep 10,095
Posts |
100k car with 560 hp that handles = replace tire immediately
__________________
2023 BMW M8 Coupe Competition Alpine White
2022 BMW M3 Competition XDrive Aventurine Red 2022 Porsche Carrera GTS Coupe Shark Blue 2020 Audi R8 V10 Performance Suzuka Gray 2012 Mercedes Benz C63 AMG Black Series Obsidian Black |
Appreciate
0
|
05-10-2013, 02:51 PM | #12 |
Major
108
Rep 1,291
Posts |
Somehow, I think they are trying to avoid doing the tire insurance claim for me. I could get a brand new replacement for much less than the cost at dealer, question is, would that maintain the tire insurance I purchased?
__________________
Must stop eating..............
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-11-2013, 04:34 AM | #13 |
Major General
3486
Rep 9,709
Posts |
The damage doesn't look that deep from the pic, mostly the 'rim saver' rib has been gouged out. There is no reinforcement structure on show. If air pressures is un changed then there is no leak, and I would be surprised if there was.
Having said that, I agree with the idea of getting it replaced.......so would enter a track day where you can burn rubber all day long and get some enjoyment out of it |
Appreciate
0
|
05-12-2013, 01:41 PM | #14 |
Major
108
Rep 1,291
Posts |
Went to visit a reputable local tire shop and spoke to a technician who works there for 12 years, was told that it was only the "rim protector" part that was chipped off which wouldn't affect anything other than the look. The rim can be refinished for $275 which is not bad at all. However, I am ordering a new set of 4 since my original ones have around 14000km now. Can't really enjoy the car with thinking at a moment that tire will blow.
__________________
Must stop eating..............
|
Appreciate
0
|
05-14-2013, 07:17 AM | #15 | |
First Lieutenant
30
Rep 380
Posts |
Quote:
__________________
Because; whats behind me doesnt matter.
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
Thread Tools | Search this Thread |
|
|