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Bought a 2004 F150 xlt super cab with 28K miles.

Has Michelin P255/65R17 LTX AS tires.

They are 10 years old.

1. Do you really think 10 year old tires are dangerous.

2. If I were to replace---what tires do ya'll like.

I drive mostly in the city but will go to deer camp some (sand and rough rocks)---oh, I am monetarily challenged.

3. Is BFG the only people who have more plys on side wall?
 
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Do the ten year old tires have cracks in them? Possibly dry rot?

I'd look for the 90,000 mile new tires if you plan on keeping it.
Or get the cheapest sneakers.

I picked up a new set of tires from eBay for my jeep.

$400 tires
$125 shipping
$ 85 mounting. At my local tire place at 3pm when it's slow
$ 20 tip for the tire guys.

These tires are $200 each. I saved money towards ammo.
 
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eyegots2no said:
Bought a 2004 F150 xlt super cab with 28K miles.

Has Michelin P255/65R17 LTX AS tires.

They are 10 years old.

1. Do you really think 10 year old tires are dangerous.

2. If I were to replace---what tires do ya'll like.

I drive mostly in the city but will go to deer camp some (sand and rough rocks)---oh, I am monetarily challenged.

3. Is BFG the only people who have more plys on side wall?
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1. 10 year old tires are dangerous, I wouldn't drive on them.

2. I like Yokohama Geolanders, I've had them on 2 different trucks (2001 F150 and 2003 Land Rover) and they were great on all surfaces.

3. Don't know, I haven't used BFG tires since the early '70s.

aren't we all monetarily challenged? Shop around for the best deal. :)
 
My previous tires were Firestone Destination A/Ts. I was very happy with them and they were reasonably priced. Nice highway ride and aggressive enough for snow and the occasional muddy trail.

Most recently though I went to Craigslist. I managed to score 5 brand new wheels and tires off a 2014 Wrangler Sahara for $800. The tires go for $220 @. Lots of deals to be had out there if you're not in a rush.
 
Goodyear is the other mfgr. that has 3 ply sidewall tires (their 'Pro' line). If you don't absolutely need the rather expensive 3 ply sidewall tires IMHO you should look at Cooper Tires. 100% made in the USA and a lot of tire for the buck............... Big Cholla
 
Big Cholla said:
Goodyear is the other mfgr. that has 3 ply sidewall tires (their 'Pro' line). If you don't absolutely need the rather expensive 3 ply sidewall tires IMHO you should look at Cooper Tires. 100% made in the USA and a lot of tire for the buck............... Big Cholla
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I agree with your post. Goodyear’s are decent. As far as Cooper goes they make tires for a large amount of independent brands. They have been around a long time and their prices are not too bad. I have 4 winter type Coopers on my DD truck. I live in serious snow country up in the mountains and plow with my truck. A very good tire.

Your ten year old tires are most likely quite dry rotted and a prudent person would not leave them on the truck long.
Most people use the number 7 as a get rid of age!
 
I also have a Ford F150XLT Super Cab 4X4, purchased new in 2004. Factory tires gave me 50,000 miles. Replaced those with another brand, they ran 50,000 miles. Replaced those with another brand, they ran 50,000 miles. 4th set is still good, another brand.

I have the oil changed at 3500 miles. Rotate the tires at every second oil change. When installing new tires I have the wheel alignment checked. Check tire pressure every time I fill up the gas tank.

Never had a problem. Original factory spare tire is still riding under the bed, never lowered. Jack and other tools still in their original places, unused.

I'm a happy guy. Best truck I've ever owned.
 
I have found thru 10 Ford trucks & Broncos..2wd and 4wd..(The last three F-250's) The best wear and performance was the result of replacing the tires with the same thing that came from the factory
JMHO.
JIM....................
 
I would not trust any 10 year-old tires at highway speeds. The chances for dry rot are extremely high even if they still have a lot of tread on them.

I would prefer something a little wider than a 225 on my pickup. I would go with P235/70R17 or P245/70R17 which should fit right on the same wheels that you now have. You could also check with a local tire dealer for their input.
 
finesse_r said:
I would prefer something a little wider than a 225 on my pickup. I would go with P235/70R17 or P245/70R17 which should fit right on the same wheels that you now have. You could also check with a local tire dealer for their input.
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He has 255/65 ;)

I'd replace them if they are porous, hard, worn out.

Check Discount Tire Direct. Good brands, prices and free shipping.
Get new valves and you are good to go.

http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/fi...&ar=65&rd=17&c=2&rf=true&sortBy=prca&fqs=true
 
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I put BFG TA's on mine after a stick pocked through the factory tires. Killed the gas mileage but haven't ever had another issue.
 
Their was a couple a couple of years ago driving their 40 Ford sedan. The tires were several years old. Cause of their near death was the old tires. Discount tire will not work on tires after a certain age. Change the tires. That's a heck,of a food truck to damage in an accident.
 
With the price of tires, I would run them until they were slick unless they have cracks or show other signs of dry rot.
 
I just replaced the tires on my '07 Ranger @ 65,000 miles. They were Goodyear's & I had the same tire put on. They had deal getting a credit card from them with 160 bucks off & paid off in 6 months. I've never gotten that kind of mileage with any 4x4 I've ever owned.
 
Recently I've had excellent performance from Falken-brand truck tires (265's) on my F250. Great off road, very slow treadwear.
 
If the truck has spent the past 10 years in Texas heat I wouldn't trust them. Since snow isn't a big concern of yours, then will the truck be routinely in mud? If not, I would search for a quiet highway tire with a good tread life.
 
I wouldn't want to run 10 year old tires on a daily driver.

The last set I got were BFG All-Terrain tires. With periodic inflation checks and rotation every 10K miles they were good for over 60K miles. They were a bit louder than the Goodyears they replaced but the ride quality and traction was exceptional.

All-Terrain T/A KO | BFGoodrich Tires
 
Tires should be changed every four years regardless of mileage. Rubber deteriorates with age. Of course most people do not do this.
 
Check your door jamb that will list the original equipment size. My 99 F150 XLT 4x4 came with 265 70 17. Mine also specifies a C load range, which makes a world of difference if you do any hauling or towing. I am currently running the Cooper AT3 and couldn't be happier with them. The shop originally put on the standard load and I could tell right away as I drove home, called the next day and went back in to have the C load put on like my receipt was written for. While the standard load is fine for a truck used as a car, the 6 ply tread gives enough support to handle using the truck as it was meant to be.
 
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