Bfg k02 strange looking lug

[Krazykevin]

I just noticed this strange looking lug. Basically new ko2s (800 miles). Any suggestions? Warranty the tire? Run it? (I checked all others, and this is the only one)

 

[Mr Chuck Norris]

Warranty it ASAP.

There's probably a bulge underneath that lug due to some kind of compromise/flaw in the carcass.

Drive it straight to your tire shop and get a new one installed. I wouldn't drive it much more than that on that tire.

 

[skey44]

Yup that’s funky. Get it checked out.

 

[sedonut]

I tend to agree, a defect. It could also be out of balance. Either way, after 800 miles get it replaced.

Demand the dealer you bought it from give you a new one. If they refuse get it in writing with pictures. Have them sign the pictures.

 

[Krazykevin]

Warranty it ASAP.

There's probably a bulge underneath that lug due to some kind of compromise/flaw in the carcass.

Drive it straight to your tire shop and get a new one installed. I wouldn't drive it much more than that on that tire.

This is my thinking, I am going to take it in today.

 

[Mr Chuck Norris]

I'll also add

This is my thinking, I am going to take it in today.

Good call. Considering that KO2's wear ridiculously even and slowly, this is definitely an issue that any tire shop should warranty without hesitation.

 

[Krazykevin]

Discount tire said they had never seen anything like it, but they are replacing the tire for free.

 

[Mr Chuck Norris]

Discount tire said they had never seen anything like it, but they are replacing the tire for free.

Excellent to hear. I also primarily use Discount Tire and have never had a single complaint about them.