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Is it unhealthy to lick your car tires every day before you drive your car?
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∙ 12y ago
Not necessarily. It could strengthen your immunities.
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Do tires on the front wear out faster than the back?
Only on a front wheel drive vehicle. On a rear wheel drive the rear tires wear faster. rotate your tires every 10,000 miles and they will wear evenly.
Are flat spots on tires from a severe braking incident bad for a car from the vibration of the tires?
vibrations are not bad for a car it vibrates every time you drive, but for safety i really think that with a flat spot on a tire it is not safe to drive on.
Why do 80000 mile tires wear out in 18000 miles even though you have a four-wheel alignment almost every year and rotate the tires every 8000 miles or so?
simply because they put that rating on there in case your gonna drive in perfect conditions and drive overall correctly......if not then the mileage goes down.
How many miles before I should switch auto tires?
Some say to change your auto tires every 5000 miles. Other people just check the tread on their tires and when the tread looks worn, they switch their tires.
What can you do with your old used tires?
Burning or throwing old used tires is a very bad and unhealthy idea. To properly dispose your tires, you can donate them to some facilities or perhaps recycle in recycling centers.
How long will it take a 2004 Tundra to need new tires, on average?
On average it takes about 3 years before you will need to replace the tires on your Tundra. But most people will have to change before them just because of wear and tear on the tire. Once you can't see any more tread on your tires you will want to keep a close check on them and make sure that the wires don't start showing. Also make sure that there aren't any bulges in the tire and if you feel that it is unsafe to drive on your tires you should probably change them. On average, a 2004 Tundra to need new tires every two to three years. Of course, that will depend on the mileage your tundra drives every year.
Should I purchase all new tires at the same time; or should I rotate the back to the front in an attempt to get more tread life out of them?
Generally when purchasing tires for a vehicle how many you should purchase depends on the type of vehicle you drive. For all wheel drive or four wheel drive vehicles it is recommended to replace all four tires at a time to be sure all tread patterns match. For front or rear wheel drive vehicles the tires on both the front and rear axle should match each other and can be purchased in sets of two if needed. Tire rotation is generally done to maintain the tread life on your tires and tread life warranty from the manufacturer if any. Without rotating your tires they will suffer from excessive treadwear that can lead to early replacement. Tires should be rotated at intervals of every 6,000 to 7,000 miles or every second oil change to maximize tire life, rotating tires is designed to extend your tires life and won't help if your tires already need replacing.
Should you balance your tires before or after a brake job?
Makes no difference. A brake job does not require that you balance your tires. You should rotate and balance your tires every 6,500 to 7,500 miles or as noted otherwise in your owners manual.
How often to check the tires air pressure in commercial vehicles?
The tires air pressure is checked every morning, before operating the vehicle. This standard procedure is part of the daily vehicle inspection. If a vehicle is hauling hazardous materials, the tires must be checked each time the vehicle is parked, and before continuing the trip. It must be checked for every trip thoroughly, and have an exact checkup for every 200 miles.
When do I need to buy new four wheeler tires?
I think you need to replace tires every year or when you feel it's not good and safe for you to drive your car. There are a lot of information about tire on any tire website.
What is unique about dragster tires?
The drive tires are made of very soft rubber.
What speed does a small car start hydroplaning?
No certain speed, depends on the tread, width and inflation of the tires. Never drive too fast for road conditions.Wide tires will hydroplane before narrower ones will.
