Do these tires have any value?
05-16-2018, 06:25 PM
#22
Instructor
05-16-2018, 06:29 PM
#23
Instructor
If you're content on 40yr old tires simply because they don't have cracks, you've likely never driven a car to any sort of limit where traction and tire quality can be appreciated. An old tire is a pretty risky situation, but I'm allll about darwinism! I just hope you don't hurt anyone else.
05-16-2018, 06:33 PM
#24
Instructor
05-16-2018, 06:43 PM
#25
Instructor
The thread stared out by asking do these tires have any value. NOT should I use these tires at an HPDE event and drive at speeds over 150 MPH.
I have been at 55 HPDE events that totaled 89 track days. Have heard of only 2 tires that came apart on the track. VIR and one at CMS. Both tires were Hoosiers. Not sure of the date codes and not sure if they were properly stored over the winter months.
I have been at 55 HPDE events that totaled 89 track days. Have heard of only 2 tires that came apart on the track. VIR and one at CMS. Both tires were Hoosiers. Not sure of the date codes and not sure if they were properly stored over the winter months.
05-18-2018, 10:49 AM
#26
Race Director
The tires change over time, no doubt about that. Question is, how much and how fast? It will depend on the environment and the compounds used in the tires.
Personally, I wouldn't get all alarmed about tires that are 5-6 years old. 20 years old, I would be concerned.
But yes, they definitely have some value. I would use them, if I got them cheap. I would just be aware and not drive on them at high speeds.
I am a former Tire Engineer and Compounder at Dunlop.
Personally, I wouldn't get all alarmed about tires that are 5-6 years old. 20 years old, I would be concerned.
But yes, they definitely have some value. I would use them, if I got them cheap. I would just be aware and not drive on them at high speeds.
I am a former Tire Engineer and Compounder at Dunlop.
05-18-2018, 09:00 PM
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05-19-2018, 03:12 AM
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05-19-2018, 04:28 AM
#30
Instructor
You were looking for our experiences/opinions. Every now and then there are folks who go after someone and say personal comments w/o really knowing what the facts are about that person.
You were looking for information and hope we gave you something to think about.
You kept it real!!!
05-19-2018, 10:18 AM
#32
Sorry everyone, not scared to respond to anyone. Due to personal reasons, I have not been on the forum as much as I’d like and did not seethe PM’s from Keith. I try to make it a point to respect everyone on the forum, and no malice was intended.
I won’t let it happen again.
I won’t let it happen again.
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05-19-2018, 11:35 AM
#33
Burning Brakes
05-19-2018, 06:44 PM
#35
I went to a tyre shop and asked the same question. They could have said no you need new tyres your 6yr old ones are gone. But instead they said they are fine.
05-19-2018, 07:14 PM
#36
My car has the original tires from ‘06 (replacing next month) and I can say they’re like ice skates-not even exaggerating. Also having been an auto tech at a couple shops most guys don’t notice the date code on the tires since most pay attention to the tread depth.
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05-19-2018, 07:52 PM
#37
sounds like they could personally care less and probably don’t since they aren’t liable.
My car has the original tires from ‘06 (replacing next month) and I can say they’re like ice skates-not even exaggerating. Also having been an auto tech at a couple shops most guys don’t notice the date code on the tires since most pay attention to the tread depth.
Everyone cares about making a buck. I have 6yr old Michelin Pilot and with 580rwhp and they grip fine once warmed up.