What did you do to your 1969 / 70 today?

[Stillakid54]

I don't own a trailer, so if my cars go anywhere, they go under their own steam.

[TA Coupe]

And where did you find it for $77.79?

      Roy

"Elementary, my dear Roy" in the internet

$69.99 now.

    Roy

[FL SAAC]

And where did you find it for $77.79?

      Roy

"Elementary, my dear Roy" in the internet

$69.99 now.

    Roy

Now that's a deal

[FL SAAC]

The way it should be...

And thank you my loyal followers for checking in !

I don't own a trailer, so if my cars go anywhere, they go under their own steam.

[FL SAAC]

'would you believe" (Maxwell Smart qoute) its going home after a day of frolicking.

a full day and a full tank of dino juice consumed

[FL SAAC]

Well the tires looked brand spanking new.

But JC did his due diligence and checked the date codes.

They came back with a carbon dating of B.C.

So I looked for my original invoice and he was correct;

July 18, 2001 that's only 24 years!

Cost was only $59.99 per tire, what a deal

He is going to Costcoland to have them mounted.

What an adventure that will be.

To be continued...

[FL SAAC]

Public safety announcement:

The hidden danger of old or "senior" tires

While tread depth is a critical indicator of tire health, age is an equally important factor for safety that is often overlooked.

The rubber compounds in tires break down over time due to exposure to UV light, heat, and oxygen, causing the material to lose flexibility and crack.

 This degradation increases the risk of tread separation, blowouts, and a loss of vehicle control, even if the tire looks to be in good condition.

How to check your tire's age

Every tire made for street use in the U.S. has a Department of Transportation (DOT) serial number stamped on its sidewall.

 The last four digits of this code reveal its manufacturing date.

The first two digits represent the week the tire was manufactured.

The last two digits indicate the year.

For example, a code ending in "3815" means the tire was made in the 38th week of 2015.

Expert recommendations for tire replacement

Most vehicle manufacturers suggest replacing tires that are six years old or older, regardless of their tread wear.

Some tire manufacturers recommend replacement after ten years at the absolute maximum, even if the tread is still good.

Spare tires are not immune to aging.

 Because they are rarely used, they can degrade over time, even while stored in your trunk.

Other signs your tires may be too old

In addition to the age code, be vigilant for these signs that your tires are past their prime:

They start to look like you.

Cracks or bulges: 

Look for cracks in the sidewalls or tread, which indicate the rubber is becoming brittle.

Bulges suggest internal structural damage.

Vibrations: 

Excessive vibration while driving can be a sign that the tire's internal components are breaking down.

Tread wear: 

Beyond the age, remember to also check tread depth regularly.

 You can perform the "penny test" by inserting a penny upside down into the tread. If you can see the top of Lincoln's head, the tread is too low.

[FL SAAC]

well boys and girls I must say that the $59.99 dollar tires have gone up slightly so

They are now only $215.99


Life goes on, enjoy !

[FL SAAC]

aaaaaaaaaah yeeeeeeees the finished product


these tires should last another 20+ years

I already scheduled my appointment for the first Monday in October 2050 at precisely nine a.m.

[FL SAAC]

as requested the almost original looking new tires at only $219.99 cash money each

wata bargain!