Damage to Tire Sidewall

[Jonesy]

I need some advice from some of you more experienced folks. After pulling into my latest koa site I noticed I had a chunk missing from the sidewall of my passenger side rear outside tire. The area is about 2 inches in diameter and maybe a sixteenth of an inch deep. I have no idea when this occurred. To the best of my knowledge I did not hit anything but it sure looks like a section was carved out. Is this a SERIOUS injury to the tire? Am I looking at an imminent blowout when I get back on the road? or am I better off replacing that tire?

Jonesy

[MrE]

I would attempt to find a reputable tire shop in the area that


Would give you and honest answer.
Be able to replace your tire with the proper brand if necessary.

[NewellCrazy]

I don't consider a 1/16th deep scar to be major on this size of tire. The sidewalls are very thick and full of steel belts. Basically you peeled off the surface rubber.

[Jonesy]

Thanks for the responses, Does anyone know if damage like this (chunks out of the sidewall) are common on these behemoth tires?

[BMG Coach]

I'd say that tire surface scars are not terribly unusual.