Do tires have to be changed at a certain age?
We took our 5er to the local RV dealer because a branch fell over the winter and cracked a vent cover. Currently fixed with duct tape! He said he is an inspection station and will have to check th...
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11.14.05.05. 05 Tires and Wheels.. A. Tires.. Procedures:. Reject Vehicle If:. 1) Reference is made to Figures 2 and 3 for visual aid in determining tire wear. This inspection is visual. (a) Inspect for tire wear: (i) Tires without tread wear indicators. (ii) Tires with tread wear indicators. (iii) For cord exposure. (b) Inspect for tread cuts, snags, or sidewall cracks. (c) Inspect for lumps, bulges, or knots. (d) Inspect for fabric breaks and exposed or damaged body cords. This is from the Maryland state inspection guide. It says nothing about age. However there is no way I would be using tires that old.
11.14.05.05. 05 Tires and Wheels.. A. Tires.. Procedures:. Reject Vehicle If:. 1) Reference is made to Figures 2 and 3 for visual aid in determining tire wear. This inspection is visual. (a) Inspect for tire wear: (i) Tires without tread wear indicators. (ii) Tires with tread wear indicators. (iii) For cord exposure. (b) Inspect for tread cuts, snags, or sidewall cracks. (c) Inspect for lumps, bulges, or knots. (d) Inspect for fabric breaks and exposed or damaged body cords. This is from the Maryland state inspection guide. It says nothing about age. However there is no way I would be using tires that old.
