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- a-d-sExplorerhmm, mixed response. I'm going to leave it. Pulled the cover off it tonight and it's in perfect shape, no cracks or anything. Maybe in a couple years if it gets ratty. Thanks all.
- Alabama_JimExplorerI would not replace the spare. It is used to get you to the next tire store only.
- dave17352Explorer II
phillyg wrote:
tvman44 wrote:
I don't, if I have to use the spare I will drive as short a distance as possible and slowly.
This.
this X2 - RoyBellExplorerGenerally tires are rated for 10 years of service life. Being its 7 years old I would think you would end up replacing the trailer tires again in the next 3-4 years. I would change it at that time.
This assuming the spare is not dryrotted. - colliehaulerExplorer IIIWhen I replaced the tires I purchased 5. Most people I know just keep the best tire for the spare.
- If the tires age out I would keep the spare. If the tires prove defective replace the spare. So far my trailer tires have been replaced due to coming apart and I replace all five.
My truck spare is a top line Goodyear and 15 years old. I would easily trust it to get me to a tire store if needed. - gboppExplorerBuy a new spare. It's cheap insurance and will give you peace of mind.
Flats and blowouts usually don't happen on a Monday morning in populated areas with several tire shops. :E - phillygExplorer II
tvman44 wrote:
I don't, if I have to use the spare I will drive as short a distance as possible and slowly.
This. - 3oaksExplorerI always replace our spare when I replace the four tires on our TT. Relying on just driving the shortest distance on a spare doesn't work for us. Tire brand that I want may not always be available. Shops closed on the very day I might need a replacement tire. It may be a long distance to the nearest tire shop. Etc.
I like knowing I have a spare I can depend on. - tvman44ExplorerI don't, if I have to use the spare I will drive as short a distance as possible and slowly.
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