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Discussion in '206/246' started by npwmd2, Jul 18, 2023.

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  1. npwmd2

    npwmd2 Formula Junior

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    Neal
    #1 npwmd2, Jul 18, 2023
    There seem to be questions of how often one replaces one's Dino tires? Is it every 2,4,10 years I have heard it all. I have never heard anything about replacing the other Vital Rubber bushings etc.?
    Without seeing obvious wear, is there a time frame when the rubber components should be replaced?
     
  2. Nuvolari

    Nuvolari F1 Veteran
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    Rob C.
    #2 Nuvolari, Jul 18, 2023
    Tires are subject to accelerated thermal and UV degradation and therefore need to be changed at shorter intervals than other rubber parts. Suspension bushings do technically harden and degrade over time but the difference is near impossible to notice so it is totally safe to replace them based on visual degradation. This is quite obvious as the flanged edge of the bushing will visibly crack and split indicating the time to replace them. Personally I would not replace suspension bushings due to age but rather due to visual appearance which is the best indicator of condition.
     
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