MadDog70 2nd Gear August 18, 2014 Share August 18, 2014 My dad's car mileage is just 15,000km for 3 years, when I sent it to Borneo for servicing, the SE told me the tyres are dry and hard (supposed to be soft) and need to be replaced (first set since the last 3 years, with good tread depth). Is there such thing that tyres need to change after a number of years even though the tread depth is still good? ↡ Advertisement 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingkong 5th Gear August 18, 2014 Share August 18, 2014 My dad's car mileage is just 15,000km for 3 years, when I sent it to Borneo for servicing, the SE told me the tyres are dry and hard (supposed to be soft) and need to be replaced (first set since the last 3 years, with good tread depth). Is there such thing that tyres need to change after a number of years even though the tread depth is still good? Afaik, the tyre have a life-span since manufacture date. When it becomes dry and hard, that'll also mean cracks will start developing soon. Drive carefully ya. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porche 5th Gear August 18, 2014 Share August 18, 2014 Your life is worth more than the 4 pieces of rubber unless you think otherwise. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furrynadz 5th Gear August 18, 2014 Share August 18, 2014 My dad's car mileage is just 15,000km for 3 years, when I sent it to Borneo for servicing, the SE told me the tyres are dry and hard (supposed to be soft) and need to be replaced (first set since the last 3 years, with good tread depth). Is there such thing that tyres need to change after a number of years even though the tread depth is still good? rubber can store for 2 yr in proper storage b4 it start to deteriorate slowly once fitted it deteriorate faster due to heat buildup when running as well as environmental heat/uv recommended is 2 yr or 40k change out once fitted (whichever comes sooner) u can prolong more at own discretion, provided you know what u are doing and how to monitor 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optramagnum 6th Gear August 18, 2014 Share August 18, 2014 (edited) Other than threads turning botak, u must also observe for any cracks esp at side walls. Harden tyres gripping will be lousy, very dangerous during raining. Yes, I can be stingy on 50 cents parking coupons at times, but 2 things in my car which I will never be save on brakes and tyres. Edited August 18, 2014 by Optramagnum 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVT Supercharged August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 (edited) 2 years ago my tyre WS also told me my front 2 tyres are "hard" and need to be replaced. They say "may explode" and is dangerous. I didn't know what they were talking about but I trust them n replace it. Hmm...so this is the reason. Edited August 19, 2014 by TVT 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holdenutessv Turbocharged August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 Change the tyres. That's the same problem that caused the Paul Walker car crash. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mockngbrd Supersonic August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 3 years time to change liao lo. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikeair 1st Gear August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 Don't risk it just to save a few hundred dollars. Change them ASAP. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDog70 2nd Gear August 19, 2014 Author Share August 19, 2014 Din know must change tyres every 2 years. Thanks guys, will definitely change. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banz86 5th Gear August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 I used my tires for around 3.5 years and didn't change when the mechanic told me too. It was until when one day it rained and I tried to move off the line and did a tire spin without even trying, I knew I die die had to change it. Don't get into an accident before changing.. It's not worth it. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky2007 Turbocharged August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 My dad's car mileage is just 15,000km for 3 years, when I sent it to Borneo for servicing, the SE told me the tyres are dry and hard (supposed to be soft) and need to be replaced (first set since the last 3 years, with good tread depth). Is there such thing that tyres need to change after a number of years even though the tread depth is still good? can change... But change outside.. My neighbour change his Camry 16" made in Thailand Michelin for $1200 I think.. That's ex in my opinion. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVT Supercharged August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 Din know must change tyres every 2 years. Thanks guys, will definitely change. Tyres can used up to 4-5 years, if there is still tread. My 2x rear tyres used up to 5 years still alot of tread left, but tyre shop told me "better change it", so I change it.... I used my tires for around 3.5 years and didn't change when the mechanic told me too. It was until when one day it rained and I tried to move off the line and did a tire spin without even trying, I knew I die die had to change it. Is your 3.5 yr tyres botak ? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kumweng 1st Gear August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 Hi bros I am also driving a 5 year old OPC car. Till now I have not change my tyre yet. The tread still new with 80%. There is no crack line on the side of the tyre. I think should be usable.... Hehe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kspchew 2nd Gear August 19, 2014 Share August 19, 2014 Hi bros I am also driving a 5 year old OPC car. Till now I have not change my tyre yet. The tread still new with 80%. There is no crack line on the side of the tyre. I think should be usable.... Hehe Hehe, I think you better change tyres otherwise, please stay off the road. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TVT Supercharged August 20, 2014 Share August 20, 2014 Hi bros I am also driving a 5 year old OPC car. Till now I have not change my tyre yet. The tread still new with 80%. There is no crack line on the side of the tyre. I think should be usable.... Hehe Its the age that matters, bro! Tyre shop told me tyres over 5 years prone to burst, cos the rubber "no longer has the strength"... Do you change your engine oil if its over one year, but yet use less than 10,000 km, and the oil still looks new? Same logic applies. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furrynadz 5th Gear August 20, 2014 Share August 20, 2014 Hi bros I am also driving a 5 year old OPC car. Till now I have not change my tyre yet. The tread still new with 80%. There is no crack line on the side of the tyre. I think should be usable.... Hehe dont think at 5yr the rubber already harden after 3 yr, the grip and handling is way off Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genes 6th Gear August 20, 2014 Share August 20, 2014 Hi bros I am also driving a 5 year old OPC car. Till now I have not change my tyre yet. The tread still new with 80%. There is no crack line on the side of the tyre. I think should be usable.... Hehe It's safer to sell your car now and take public transport. ↡ Advertisement 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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