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Tire Age When Replace - how long is proper, not early
There is so much erroneous information out there regarding when a tire needs to be replaced based on AGE, not mileage. I had an experience with a complete tread separation (not a recap tire). The tire was up in age, but plenty of tread, no cracks in the rubber and covered from sunlight when not being driven.
With all of that, as I have a 2020 Game Changer with extremely low miles and garaged when not on the road, does the C8 tires last longer than most due to their better construction in order to handle the handling and speeds vs a standard car tire or do the same suggested timeframe apply?
I've heard everywhere from 5 to 10 years with most averaging around 7-8. It would be nice to have some realistic information. My tires have always worn out vs age out.
In general the hard limit is 10 years from the manufacture date on the side of the tire. After 5 years annual inspections should be made. It depends on what you feel comfortable with.
There is nothing set in stone on age out on tires.
Tire manufacturers and dealers want you to err on the low side, they want to sell you new tires.
And, no, the tires that come on these cars, Michelins, deteriorate the same as other tires.
Heat cycling and ozone are what breaks them down over time, so the better the tires are protected the less they are used hard, the longer they will last.
In general the hard limit is 10 years from the manufacture date on the side of the tire. After 5 years annual inspections should be made. It depends on what you feel comfortable with.
It's actually Michelin's recommendation directly. That said, out of the elements (particularly otut of the sun) you'll get much more "age" out of them.
From Michelin:
After Five Years: Increased Inspection Recommended
After five years of service, tires should be thoroughly inspected at least once a year by a trained tire professional. These inspections can help identify signs of aging or damage that may not be immediately visible.
This recommendation applies even if the tires appear to be in good condition and have not yet reached the treadwear indicators.
Ten Years: Maximum Recommended Service Life
As a precaution, Michelin recommends replacing tires ten years after their date of manufacture, regardless of remaining tread depth or apparent condition. This recommendation includes spare tires.
Over time, the materials within a tire can degrade, which may affect durability and performance even if the tire has seen limited use.
Michelin recommends replacing all tires—including spares—10 years after their manufacturing date as a strict precaution, regardless of remaining tread. Furthermore, starting at the 5-year mark, your tires should undergo a thorough annual inspection by a professional to check for wear, cracking, or damage.
Michelin's Key Age Milestones
0 to 5 Years: Considered the normal service life. Routine maintenance and pressure checks apply.
5 Years: The threshold where Michelin advises getting a yearly professional inspection.
10 Years: The maximum recommended age. Even if the tires look pristine and have not reached the legal treadwear limit (e.g., 4 / 32 inches), they should be retired.
Mine were coming up on 10 years and Kapow. What i did not factor in was the 2 years Forest River had the Ford bare chassis sitting in the sun before assembly/production started.
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Tire Age When Replace - how long is proper, not early
