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Unsafe after 6 years
There was an earlier post on this forum with a link to a news commentary on the unsafe nature of tires over 6 years of age "from the date of manufacture", noting a high rate of spontaneous failure. There was a fairly stern warning that older new tires off the rack are dangerous and yet they're sold in stores all around the country. It's worth a look at your tires for the manufacturer's date and upgrading to newer ones if they're over six years of age no matter what their mileage, especially if there's "spirited" driving on your agenda.
Ride safely!
Dirk
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Last edited by DocDirk; 09-21-2009 at 10:40 PM..
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