Michelin Tire Facts Update

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David Brady posted this on the Prevost Gurus site and I thought it was worth repeating here. Thanks David.

Michelin Tire Facts From POG Tampa Show

Per a Michelin Representative Presentation:
-Michelin has extended the Warranty from 5 years to 7 years.
-The installation date determines the start of the Warranty.
-The 7 year Warranty is prorated based on tread depth.
-The useful life of a Michelin 315 or a 365 tire is 10 years.
-The DOT code on the sidewall determines the 10 year life cycle date.
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Good info as I am taking my 5.5 year old tires to my Michelin dealer for inspection and warranty since they are exhibiting severe sidewall cracking. I have never had Michelin’s do this before. Yes, they are stored under cover, had covers when outside, and have been filled to about 125psi on fronts and 110-115 on rears (versus 130 max psi on tire sidewalls). Hadn’t really planned on replacing them so soon, so we shall see. Had BFG ST230’s on prior Bird that were over 10 years when I replaced them and they looked great compared to these Michelin’s.

FWIW,