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Originally Posted by UFO
I had tires on my truck rated for 44psi, inflated to only 40psi, and these 12 year old tire treads started to separate on me. Yes, you cannot operate OLD tires, they will fail regardless of inflation pressure.
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Old tires are fine, depending on condition. I know of people racing on 20+ year old tires at speeds around 300mph. It all depends on how they have been treated over the years. If exposed to harsh conditions, tires can begin failing in 7 years, maybe less.