Hi guys,

Im currently using Hankook ventues 215/45/17 tyres.

On Thursday, somehow, the inner sidewall of my front left tyre got snagged/cut due to road hazard. I have no idea how it happened. Just realized the tyre was totally flat n no nail or screw in sight. Took it out and replaced with spare tyre. After inspecting it, then only i noticed the cut.

went to the nearest tyre shop as to get it changed as i had an important meeting to attend to, the only brand the shop has for that size is Conti MC5 for RM400 inclusive of labour. However, i am really tight on cash this month, and asked for a cheaper option.

The only other option they have is a china brand called ZETA which they are selling for RM260 inclusive of labour. Which i had decided to take.


The question is, how long should i wait before replacing the ZETA tyre? As we all must have heard by now, china tyres are not that good. (ie: bad performance, cracked sidewall after a while, etc) But i am tight for now. Was thinking of replacing it in 2-3 months time.

Is it ok to wait that long?

What are your suggestions?

Thank you

oh, Im driving it, for sure.
Am gonna stick with it as long as possible.

haha ya, used it for exactly a week d. So far so good. A little bit extra road noise. Either crack or I snagged the inner sidewall.. Damn stress.

Expensive lesson but oh well. Will drive slowly for a while