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Post by Anna Rack on Feb 24, 2016 19:25:12 GMT 1
I've inherited a few new tyres but they've been stored on a wooden rack for a couple of years, resulting in them having some flat spots.
Will they be OK? I've heard it can be irreversible for cars parked for long periods?
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Post by dave on Feb 24, 2016 23:03:34 GMT 1
Are the tyres on a rim and inflated
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Post by Noberator on Feb 24, 2016 23:19:31 GMT 1
I've inherited a few new tyres but they've been stored on a wooden rack for a couple of years, resulting in them having some flat spots. Will they be OK? I've heard it can be irreversible for cars parked for long periods? Are these tyres that have been stored or tyres that have come off a vehicle that's been stood for a period of time?  Tyres on there own should be stood up and rotated once a month or so. Some will disagree with this. I tend to lie them down and rotate if it's only short term to prevent sidewall damage. Tyres on wheels should be lay down and rotated once a month or so (top to bottom and up one). Some will disagree with this. Tyres should be rolled over at regular intervals to prevent one side from caving in. Both out of direct sunlight. As for the flat spots it will depend how long they have been stored incorrectly and may be permanently damaged but having said that if you may find they go back into shape when you use them and they get some heat into them through use but drive sensibly for a few miles and recheck them.  HTH. |
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Post by wheelnut on Feb 25, 2016 0:11:50 GMT 1
In addition to what Nobster says, you also need to check the age of the tyres. This is coded on the side wall. You will find a long number starting with the letters "DOT" and at the end there will be a four digit number that indicates the week and year of manufacture. For instance, 3812 would indicate that the tyre was made in the 38th week of 2012. Sometimes this code is only on one side of the tyre so you may need to search.
The recommended maximum age is six years but a tyre can last longer if looked after properly.
You should also check that there is an "E" mark on the tyre, otherwise it does not meet European standards.
If the tyre fails any of these tests all is not lost. You can use them for other things such as a trailer or other piece of machinery.
BTW: I think those flat spots will disappear with a little careful use.
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Post by Anna Rack on Feb 25, 2016 20:53:13 GMT 1
Thanks for the replies.
I have inherited them from a business that shut down. The dates are mostly 07 onwards although one is dated 360 which I reckon could be 1990??
A couple are inflated on rims and are fine as there has been no weight on them.
They do look in perfect condition as they have been stored in a dry shed with no windows.
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Post by Noberator on Feb 25, 2016 21:52:48 GMT 1
Thanks for the replies. I have inherited them from a business that shut down. The dates are mostly 07 onwards although A couple are inflated on rims and are fine as there has been no weight on them. They do look in perfect condition as they have been stored in a dry shed with no windows. Does the 360 code one have a triangle symbol after the three numbers? If so it will have been Manufactured in the 36th week of 1990.  In 2000 the code was switched to a four digit code. |
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