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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:05:20 PM EDT
[Last Edit: spidey07]
Since Covid wife and I don’t drive much. My Acura tires dry rotted in 2021, 2015 model likely OEM tires. Tire store said yeah, they done.
Wife’s tires on 2019 Lexus are fine on depth, 35k miles on them, but I want to keep her safe. I’m thinking I just replace them all due to age. Tires are the greatest safety your car has. I know they have dates on them and visually they look ok. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:08:40 PM EDT
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Tag for info.
I've always worn them out before they aged out |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:09:09 PM EDT
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Wife's vehicle gets tires every three to four years. My mom's vehicle is on this schedule too now that she lives with us.
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:10:51 PM EDT
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Discount tire told my wife 10 years I think?
I think it also depends on location/climate conditions. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:11:48 PM EDT
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No idea if (5) year old tires warrant replacement due to age. Perhaps have a tire shop that you use/trust check them out. Only thing I can think could be a concern would be soft sidewalls...
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:11:48 PM EDT
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NTSB says replace after 6 years
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PA, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:12:05 PM EDT
[#6]
Honestly, if she's bitching about tires, just replace them. It'll stop her complaining about the tires.
And they probably could stand to be replaced |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:12:58 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By right_rudder: Tag for info. I've always worn them out before they aged out Same here. But when my Acura tires dry rotted I was like “wait, I thought it was just tread depth?” But apparently age is a thing. If I didn’t have the habit of inspecting my tires once a month I’d never have realized I was driving on a time bomb. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:13:59 PM EDT
[Last Edit: OregonShooter]
[#8]
Generally 7 years.
I think Michelin says 10 on thiers. Blowouts on RVs are common due to Age. I have driven a Combine with 35 year old drive tires that the tube was visible through the outer case separation. I lived. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:15:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ctfish15: Honestly, if she's bitching about tires, just replace them. It'll stop her complaining about the tires. And they probably could stand to be replaced It’s not her. It’s me. My job is take care of the cars. We drive so little now a days I’ll just replace them. I was mainly asking about age. We all know about tread depth. |
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KS, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:15:53 PM EDT
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I've still got a set of tires on a farm pickup that I replaced last in 1996. I'll admit they are getting cracked and I need to replace them, but I keep it under 30 cruising to a field.
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USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:15:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RhinelandArms: Discount tire told my wife 10 years I think? I think it also depends on location/climate conditions. 10 is what I’ve heard. This is an interesting topic to me since as of Covid we don’t commute anymore and my car wears two sets of tires. Haven’t bothered switching to the summer tires in years and got them right before Covid, lol. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:16:04 PM EDT
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Trailer tires hell yes every 36Mo. Dry rot is a thing!!
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:16:09 PM EDT
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Daughter’s Vibe has tires that are 7 years old and probably have another 10k miles left on them, rule of thumb is 6 years. I replaced them today with new ones because winter traction is shit and the car slid through intersections in the winter with slush and snow on the road and rain has been a thing this spring so not taking any chances the next 2 years of its life.
They haven’t dry rotted yet but they look close to starting it so it was a no brainer to replace the tires. I’m cheap but not that cheap. |
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CO, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:16:14 PM EDT
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It depends on the tires and environment, but 5-7 years. Check the dot date code, sometimes tires sit around for a while before you buy them.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:16:57 PM EDT
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My camper tires are 22 years old. Yeah I’m probably gonna replace them this year.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:17:36 PM EDT
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This is of interest for me as I have a 7 year old truck with just over 23k on the clock. I figure I will have to replace tires that still have a lot of tread. Figured that will be when I start to see dry cracking on the sidewalls. Has not happened yet.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:20:42 PM EDT
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6 or 7 years max for 4 wheel vehicle.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:22:36 PM EDT
[#18]
2019 only 5 years old, put a reminder in your phone for next year.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:26:13 PM EDT
[Last Edit: LexConcord]
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I WISH I could replace my wife’s tires due to age, and not wear. Her C43 went through tires 4:1 compared to brakes
 . Thankfully, we just traded that in on an SUV. Mine just get torn up on jobsites.  Think I can plug it? 
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SC, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:26:56 PM EDT
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Look at the date code on the side of your tire, if it's more than 5 years old replace the tires. Some will say 6 or 7 years, but that is assuming perfect conditions, gentle driving etc. If you wife is anything like most females, no way I'd go over 5 years. Women will find every pothole and curb on the road, and hit them all. Climate makes a difference too. The hotter the average temp, the less time you have. More tire material comes of the tires on hot days.
I worked as a tire dealer for four years, also ASE certified mechanic. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:28:27 PM EDT
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Mine went 9 years, still only had about 20K on them.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:29:09 PM EDT
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I have used trials tires that were 40 years old without issue. HOWEVER, they were stored indoors their entire life.
I have also had tires dry rot in 5 years. |
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USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:35:37 PM EDT
[#23]
Where there are cracks or dry rot.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:36:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Redman556: Look at the date code on the side of your tire, if it's more than 5 years old replace the tires. Some will say 6 or 7 years, but that is assuming perfect conditions, gentle driving etc. If you wife is anything like most females, no way I'd go over 5 years. Women will find every pothole and curb on the road, and hit them all. Climate makes a difference too. The hotter the average temp, the less time you have. More tire material comes of the tires on hot days. I worked as a tire dealer for four years, also ASE certified mechanic. Thanks. I’d rather be safe than sorry. That’s why I posted. Depth has maybe another year left. I mean they’re OEM with 35k and 5 years on them. And I sure do love a new set of shoes. Like a brand new car. |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:37:35 PM EDT
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In 2013 I bought a Tundra.
As a retiree I mostly use it for going to the range and the occasional trip to Lowes or the dump. After 11 years I just now have 30K miles on it. I replaced the tires in 2021. They had plenty of tread left but I was concerned with dry rot. Especially seeing the truck sits in a hot Florida garage most of the year. Sometimes I will go more than two weeks without driving it. |
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USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:37:59 PM EDT
[#26]
When there are cracks or dry rot.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:38:08 PM EDT
[#27]
I always marvel at the power of public relations companies. There is no such thing as age on tires except maybe 10 or 15 years. Tips used to be 10% until the national restaurant association starting spreading news stories that tips at restaurants should be 20%. Guess what they are now?
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:38:18 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BoomBoom: Where there are cracks or dry rot. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:41:37 PM EDT
[#29]
8 years and 40k miles on my truck before I replaced them due to cracking and not tread depth.
Always outside, no garage. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:41:57 PM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dale007: I always marvel at the power of public relations companies. There is no such thing as age on tires except maybe 10 or 15 years. Tips used to be 10% until the national restaurant association starting spreading news stories that tips at restaurants should be 20%. Guess what they are now? Well all I know is the inside sidewall was peeling away, dry rotted, separating on my car. It was only because I visually inspect my tires Every month or two. Otherwise I would have never seen nor felt the time bomb I was driving on. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:42:56 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RhinelandArms: Discount tire told my wife 10 years I think? I think it also depends on location/climate conditions. It used to be 10 years. Now it’s recommended they be replaced at 6. 12 year old tires installed as new on a Toyota was the root cause of my accident (tire shed it’s tread, driver lost control, SUV flipped, rolled, and hit me). The tire company paid out a big chunk of cash. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:43:22 PM EDT
[#32]
Really depends on the tire. Down here in the heat I wouldn't go more than 8yrs.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:43:55 PM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dale007: I always marvel at the power of public relations companies. There is no such thing as age on tires except maybe 10 or 15 years. I mean, I could tell the difference in the traction of the new vs. old, but I guess if you're buying hard hard as iron 70k mile rated ties then sure? |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:44:44 PM EDT
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Six years for car tires. They'll go 10 years on limited use trailer tires. Week and year of manufacture should be on sidewall after DOT marking.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:45:58 PM EDT
[#35]
Tire shops won't patch them after 10 years
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:46:17 PM EDT
[Last Edit: TarzanT]
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dale007: There is no such thing as age on tires except maybe 10 or 15 years. You are incorrect. This was a recently installed 12 year old tire… notice the carcass is still holding air while the entire tread has left the tire.  Attached File |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:47:54 PM EDT
[#37]
Just bought back the car I sold to my father in law 25 years ago. Still had two of the gator backs that were on it when I sold it to him. Yes, I've replaced them.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:50:20 PM EDT
[#38]
7-10 years is my limit, but if there is any question there is no question. Replace them.
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VA, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:50:37 PM EDT
[#39]
I will be replacing my mud tires on my truck due to age some lucky poor is going to bet 75% rollers for a 100 bucks a piece.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:51:30 PM EDT
[#40]
I remember the rule being 8 years from the date marked on the tires.
Also, my experiences is that Michelins age worse, not better based on time. Michelin Defenders are still my go-to for trucks and SUVs that I'll drive 15k+ miles a year, but for spare vehicles and low mileage applications, I look elsewhere. It used to be Firestone, but it's been a while since I've gone down that road. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:52:32 PM EDT
[#41]
The simple answer is 6 years. I replace mine when I see (ozone) cracking in the sipe area of the tread or when worn to the wear bars. I rode a set of Michelin XH for over 100k miles and 12 years, they still had about 6/32 tread depth but one day I noticed a chuck of rubber was missing on the inner sidewall from dry rot. As rubber ages it also gets hard and brittle, less traction.
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:53:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TarzanT: You are incorrect. This was a recently installed 12 year old tire… notice the carcass is still holding air while the entire tread has left the tire. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/335094/IMG_0519_jpeg-3204835.JPG Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TarzanT: Originally Posted By Dale007: There is no such thing as age on tires except maybe 10 or 15 years. You are incorrect. This was a recently installed 12 year old tire… notice the carcass is still holding air while the entire tread has left the tire. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/335094/IMG_0519_jpeg-3204835.JPG It's almost as if 12 years is within the 10-15 years he said 
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WA, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:54:03 PM EDT
[Last Edit: PoppinFresh]
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National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1911, Standard for the Inspection, Maintenance, Testing, and Retirement of In-Service Emergency Vehicles states the following: 8.3.6 Tires shall be replaced at least every seven years or more frequently when the tread wear exceeds the state or federal standards as determined by measuring with a tire depth gauge. NFPA 1911 dictates that we replace tires on Fire Department apparatus at 7 years. I also don't drive a whole lot of distance and my tires "age out" before they wear out... I use the above reference for my POVs. The cost seems negligible versus the risk. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:55:27 PM EDT
[#44]
Nearly lost my life due to tires at 16… if you think they should be replaced wait for a sale at discount and buy new tires. Tires are cheap compared to hospital bill, deductibles, or out of pocket anything.
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PA, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:55:34 PM EDT
[#45]
Funny timing on this thread.
I was looking at my boat (saltwater) trailer this week after a trip and despite the tires being in visually good shape, I noticed they were 2014 manufacture date... older than the boat. I ordered a new pair and put them on tonight. Coincidentally, our travel trailer is a 2019 and was dropped off at the dealer today for annual service for a "lifetime" warranty. I asked about the tires and the service guy said they recommend 3 years on heavy use and 6 years on moderate use unless there is obvious damage or wear. Most common issue resulting in failure within those guidelines is under inflation. That's what I was told at least. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:55:45 PM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TarzanT: It used to be 10 years. Now it’s recommended they be replaced at 6. 12 year old tires installed as new on a Toyota was the root cause of my accident (tire shed it’s tread, driver lost control, SUV flipped, rolled, and hit me). The tire company paid out a big chunk of cash. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TarzanT: Originally Posted By RhinelandArms: Discount tire told my wife 10 years I think? I think it also depends on location/climate conditions. It used to be 10 years. Now it’s recommended they be replaced at 6. 12 year old tires installed as new on a Toyota was the root cause of my accident (tire shed it’s tread, driver lost control, SUV flipped, rolled, and hit me). The tire company paid out a big chunk of cash. 
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USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:55:53 PM EDT
[#47]
Performance tires wear out by age and or heat cycles. You can only get them up to high temps so many times before they get hard.
Ask Paul Walker if he wished that Porsche had new tires. The tires had plenty of tread but were old and hard. My autocross race tires have gone through too many heat cycles and gotten hard. They have plenty of tread but don't get sticky any more when heated up. So even though they are wider than my street tires, they offer less traction and I can't push the car as hard because I know the car can break traction and slide easier. |
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USA
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:57:16 PM EDT
[#48]
Keep and eye on them for dry rot. If none drive until they wear out.
That's been my methodology for the last 35 years. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:57:34 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By rgaper: Funny timing on this thread. I was looking at my boat (saltwater) trailer this week after a trip and despite the tires being in visually good shape, I noticed they were 2014 manufacture date... older than the boat. I ordered a new pair and put them on tonight. Coincidentally, our travel trailer is a 2019 and was dropped off at the dealer today for annual service for a "lifetime" warranty. I asked about the tires and the service guy said they recommend 3 years on heavy use and 6 years on moderate use unless there is obvious damage or wear. Most common issue resulting in failure within those guidelines is under inflation. That's what I was told at least. IMHO you just saved yourself a bad trailer accident. |
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Posted: 5/3/2024 9:58:47 PM EDT
[Last Edit: tac556]
[#50]
Trailer tires on the boat start blowing around 7 years, so it isn’t bullshit. As in 3 or 4 blew in short order…quite the season for tire changes.
I replace studded snow tires due to age instead of wear usually. Others typically wear enough to replace for that. I can handle a blowout pretty well- had it happen many times. Not so certain about how the wife and kids would handle it, so I try to make sure it doesn’t happen…. Plenty of bad crashes start with a blowout, so if you can mostly eliminate that happening you are lowering the chance of a crash. Worth the cost for me. |
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