grober
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Interesting little video clip on tyre tread depth on the autoexpress site. http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/ Evidently 3mm is minimum tread depth for decent grip in wet conditions. watch the video and make your own mind up.
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All tyre manufacturers say 3mm, or 10 years, whichever comes firstBrian WH said:Very interesting and even more reason why I changed my tyres recently, despite forum members saying I shouldn't have done.
...and AGE of the spare.Satch said:• Finally, don’t forget to check the pressure and tread depth of your spare tyre.
You're not 100% correct there, the handling of my car is great with the front centres at about 2mm! Steering is sharp and precise, the tyres are quieter and I feel every tiny bump and piece of grit because the rubber doesn't absorbe it.C240Sport97 said:low tread depth also materially and adversely affects quality of the ride, handling and noise levels.
when I put on 2 new rear tyres recently, it transformed the car .. I had not noticed the gradual deterioration until 1 day it struck me that the car was feeling a bit 'worn out'
Shude said:You're not 100% correct there, the handling of my car is great with the front centres at about 2mm! Steering is sharp and precise, the tyres are quieter and I feel every tiny bump and piece of grit because the rubber doesn't absorbe it.
Sadly I have to replace them. The rears are still good though, they'll prolly end up back on the front again...
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