I was on a really rough backroad and I think a rough edged pot hole may have done this

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h1...8/DSCN3037.jpg

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h1...8/DSCN3039.jpg

Now that was two weeks ago and the tire pressure has not diminished

I think it is just a very light cut but is there anything that can be applied to strengthen the area?

I know sidewalls are nearly impossible to fix if the cut is the entire way through

 

Get that fixed PRONTO

 

you need to replace that tyre asap before you get a blow out, buy you may need to replace both tyres on the same axle otherwise you may overheat the 4wd system (depending on mileage) see hand book for details

puddy

 

I would pull the tire and take a look....

If the inside looks ok ... no mark or anything,,, I would say that it is ok...

If you start to get a loss of air I would replace the tire....

 

I have had something similar in the past, I took it to a tire dealer, and after he looked at it, told me not to worry about. I figured that it would have been in his interest to sell me a new tire. He seems to be most concerned about the shape of the sidewall, rather than the surface. If the Structure of the sidewall is damage you should see a bump or deformation.

Your tire damage might be different, than what I had.

Marc

 

Looks superficial to me. Nothing to worry about. Any structural damage to the tire would result in a "blistering" or "pimpling" of the tire in that area. Keep an eye on it and see if it eventually developes into one- otherwise, you'll be fine. If there isa blister or raised areaat the point of impact- replace it now. Its difficult to tell with just pictures.

JJ