Mazda 3 OEM tires - 17"

[vanzcorp]

2 of my OEM all season tires have a bulge in them on the inner sidewall, about 1.5" in diameter and about 1/4" of extrusion. I'm just wondering how safe it is to drive on them?

Also, I'm searching for summer tires, size 205/50R17...does anyone know where I can get a nice set for a decent price? I'm not picky about brands


thanks very much,
Ryan

[whiteomega]

it's probably not a good idea. you can probably get away with it for short driving periods and low stress, but i would not, under any circumstances, take them on the highway.

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[bunchi]

^^ +1

city driving you'll be fine... not long driving or highway... too risky

[KenYork]

How old is your car?

[vanzcorp]

2004.

[allen@simplytire.com]

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