Dry rot tires

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Dry rot tires

Postby Famous Jay on Mon Sep 18, 2017 3:28 pm

Hello, I have some dry rot between the tread of my front tires, no dry rot on the side walls, and the tires are 5 years old. Fortunately or unfortunately, they have a lot of tread left. Should I replace them immediately? More so, I am asking because I am wondering if they would pass tech inspection for autocross. Please advise.

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Re: Dry rot tires

Postby Steve Grosekemper on Fri Sep 22, 2017 4:51 pm

Those are really borderline to pass tech as they are cracked but only the top layer and not circumferential.
If you came to tech you would "probably" be given a one time waiver and would have to sign a form saying you are responsible for whatever happens.
That being said... those tires should say "Flintstone" on the sidewall.
Any tire that dry has no stick left; auto crossing those will be a lesson in frustration.
Put some new tires on the car and enjoy the day.
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Re: Dry rot tires

Postby Famous Jay on Mon Sep 25, 2017 10:46 am

Thanks Steve! Appreciate the response. Looking in to replacing them soon so I can start railing corners. ;) :D
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