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« on: July 06, 2013, 05:41:37 AM » |
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I had a fork seal go bad and leak onto a new (less than 2,000mi Avon Cobra) front tire. Didn't see it for a couple days and the section of rubber where the oil ran off the end of the fork and down the side of the tire had swelled the rubber. I hosed it off with soap and water but removed and replaced the tire because the forks were off for the seal replacement, and I was getting ready for a trip. The tire has been sitting for a while now and has NO signs of the previous contact with the fork oil. I have searched different forums and tire sites but little info re: the effect of the fork oil on rubber was found.
Any real info,
Thanks in advance
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Gryphon Rider
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« Reply #1 on: July 06, 2013, 07:27:27 AM » |
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This is one of those situations where, without being specific, if it were me, I might try something, but if it were someone else, I would never suggest they do it.
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« Reply #2 on: July 06, 2013, 10:46:47 AM » |
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Your first choice of replacing the tire was the right at the time and still has my vote today.
Michael
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« Reply #3 on: July 06, 2013, 02:55:45 PM » |
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i agree, replacement was and always wiil be the best action with a tire having visible damage such as you described.
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« Reply #4 on: July 06, 2013, 04:45:37 PM » |
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Rubber doesn't heal. Get a new tire.
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« Reply #5 on: July 06, 2013, 06:41:18 PM » |
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If you are looking at it cost wise... I wouldn't skimp on tires you only have two. Not worth it and I would stay away from Avon's. I have the cobra on both valks and will NEVER put another one on. Just me but it's up to you. Stude31  |
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Dan-bury
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« Reply #6 on: July 07, 2013, 04:51:58 AM » |
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Thanks for the input guys. I am still searcing for answers. NOT that I want to put the tire back on he bike, just for knowledge re the effects.
Many forums say wash it off and ride it but I just don't care to trust a tire that may be compromised.
I even sent a message to Avon, but no response yet.
Thanks again
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« Reply #7 on: July 07, 2013, 10:34:24 AM » |
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It's mainly about how it looked,,,,, and you're the one person that's seen it.
The best decision will be the decision you make.
I would run my fingernail in it at the spot and determine if the rubber has deteriorated any, if it feels like the rubber in another spot, or not.
I am sure oil gets on tires, for all kinds of reasons. Remember that a tire is made with gallons of oil and lot's of carbon.
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