Patrick, man, I owe you one.....
Story is they weren't going to replace the tire because it looked like it had been curbed or hit something. I know for a fact I didn't curb it....
My roommate found the 'damage' about an hour after I bought the tires. During that time I wasn't in any parking lots or near any curbs....the only place it could've been damaged was in their parking lot because of the potholes. Long story short, she finally said she could 1/2 price for another tire, plus mount/balance - which was alright with me. BUT, we got talking for a minute when I mentioned I know you. She immediately said oh, well I'll go ahead and take care of this for you - Patrick did a really good job!
So, I was able to get a good tire for free, thanks to Patrick