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Re: [GMCnet] I have a new job! Also, Heavy/medium truck tire age limits? (OT) [message #247513 is a reply to message #247507] Tue, 15 April 2014 16:00 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
JohnL455 is currently offline  JohnL455   United States
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I'd be more concerned if they are split rims. Also if the tires have been run underinflated during their life. I'd say a good visual inspection is worth quite a bit towards peace of mind. If any consolation, my tire guy says at 7 years to keep inspecting and just keep running them. Be sure the kingpins are good on the truck. Good news is there are usually only 2 tie rod ends and 2 drag link ends to replace on a truck. Bad news is kingpins are expensive to have done.

John Lebetski
Woodstock, IL
77 Eleganza II
 
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