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Tire Age Question

Posted By: Hotwheel

Tire Age Question - 06/21/08 12:56 PM

I have an original set of Polyglass GT radials that came off a 77 Charger, the have about 4K on them. They where on for about 6 months, still have the little rubber [Edited by Moparts - Keep it clean] all around them. They where in a climate controlled garage all their life and there are no visible signs of aging.I was thinking of putting them on my 78 Magnum. So what do you guys think, how good are they, can they be trusted?
Posted By: 79powerwagon

Re: Tire Age Question - 06/21/08 01:13 PM

I would not. Rubber ages (unless it's in a completely dark vacuum). You can use them for show and what-not, but I wouldn't drive on them, ESPECIALLY if you are used to modern radials!
Posted By: stumpy

Re: Tire Age Question - 06/21/08 02:18 PM

Dry rot happens whether or not they are stored out of the weather. Good enough for a trailer Queen but not for a real driver.
Posted By: earlybee

Re: Tire Age Question - 06/21/08 03:48 PM

Only 1 pair on http://motors.shop.ebay.com/_Car-Truck-P..._newuZ1QQ_sopZ1
Posted By: CrazyD

Re: Tire Age Question - 06/21/08 04:02 PM

Many safety organizations recommend replacing all tires every 6 years regardless of mileage, I read miltary has similar replacement interval.
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