Noticed tires are over 5yrs old

[boo-yah]

Wanted your guys opinion,
I have tires that still have good tread, no cracks, but I noticed that they are just over 5yrs of age. I read somewhere that they should be replaced, due to the rubber getting hard and they don't perform well etc.

What's your take on this? Should I replace them?

Thanks

[silverstarmazda]

old tires can become dangerous because you need the flex in them. if theyre hard theyll start to crack and will eventually fail. 5 years is nearing the end of its life. 6 years is when you should replace them. check the tires for any cracking. how did you store them?

http://www.safetyresearch.net/safety-issues/tires/

[boo-yah]

Thanks for the link. The tires have no cracks and its never been stored. We bought the car used, a year ago the previous owner didn't drive that much. I guess I'll drive through the winter and pick up a set in the spring. Thanks again.

[midnightfxgt]

Your fine. It all depends on how the were stored, Sunlight, etc.

I wouldn't hesitate to drive on them longer, at all.

[FLIPDADY]

Your fine. It all depends on how the were stored, Sunlight, etc.

I wouldn't hesitate to drive on them longer, at all.
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