DOT says UTOK NCC 3404.....which is mfr date of August of 2004 +/-

I bought this Ford Ranger in 2006 with 73,729 miles and today's reading is 77,666. (Not a typo)....They look good; lots of tread, no cupping or other wear and no cracks in either side of sidewalls. 255/70R16, 4 ply.

Should I replace them just for the halibut ?

TIA

 

If you haven't had any issues...why bother???

 

If you drive freeways in heat for long distances, do yourself a favor.

Short local stuff? Drive 'em.

Watch for cracks in the tread area as well.

 

Truck lives in Oregon? If Arizona that's one thing, especially if truck is stored outside in direct sunlight. Older tires lose their gription though, esp. on wet road. The rubber turns hard and it isn't really noticeable because it's so gradual. Tread height isn't the only consideration. I'd agree it depends on use. Extended high speed use on the freeway in hot weather vs. just bombing around town.

 

Upon reflection, I think your first few runs of any length will tell the tale. I would take a good look at them before and after any run. Once you get them working again, they may age fast.

 

It sat for a long time that's for sure. Concrete is better than on mud or dirt.

 

you can burn them good and youll get to good rubber again

 

That's a good point, it does help.

 

Get rid of them.

 

we have burnout contests every fall here, those would be good for a couple years of competing.

 

Decided to buy new tires. Narrowed down to three: Cooper Mastercraft Courser LTR..........Dean Wintercat SST.......and Cooper/Hercules Ironman All Country A/T.

Any thoughts on the above is appreciated.

 

Whoops.....forgot about my spare tire. It is from 1999 says DOT code. It is a 15 inch (235/75R15). I am buying 4 new 245/75R16.

Can I buy and use a 245/75R15 and use it OK if I have to, in case of a flat tire ?

 

Forget fooling with the spare tire. I am buying a 16 inch wheel and one more matching 16 inch tire. Thanks for all your comments.

 

how do you read the dot codes?

 

OK....bought 5 new Atturo Trail Blade A/T. Might be a bit too much tire as they are LT, not P rated. Occasionally I will pile sand, d.g. or soil in the bed and wanted extra margin of safety. Good price...why not ? DOT 3117, freshly baked.

Thank you for your comments.....