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Discussion in 'Florida' started by RobertM, Oct 14, 2011.

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  1. RobertM

    RobertM Formula 3

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    #1 RobertM, Oct 14, 2011
    Last edited: Oct 14, 2011
    As you all know, I always change the wheels and tires on my cars and I was curious if I could store them in my roof attic. It sure is hot in the attic and I am sure there is moisture as well as other issues I should concerned with.

    Any thoughts ??? Wifey would like me to remove them from the office in our home. (12 wheels and tires all stacked in 2 rows)
     
  2. BT

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    #2 BT, Oct 14, 2011
    I use the storage racks bought at Tire Rack that are like $129 each (two racks holds three sets of my tires). With the wide tires you are storing they probably are only good for 4 tires per rack, but they look decent and get them off the floor. As for the attic I vote "NO", unless it is intended for maybe 4 months tops.
    :)
    BT
     
  3. nsxter

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    #3 nsxter, Oct 14, 2011
    As long as the rows are neat, what could be the problem? ;)
    I know someone......... and I think you do too (Bill B) who has a car storage facility who could probably cut you a nice deal to store them there. Family and friends discount starts tomorrow, if I'm not mistaken.
     
  4. oss117

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    #4 oss117, Oct 15, 2011
    Robert, heat is a big enemy of the rubber: I would not recommend the attic for storing your tires.
     
  5. Shamile

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    #5 Shamile, Oct 15, 2011
    Dear Ferraristi,

    As the rest of the FL guys/gals know...it's super hot in the attic. You will accelerate drying out the rubber on your tires.

    Why not build or have built a floor to ceiling standing rack out of square tube steel. You could even have some doors made out of diamond plate aluminum for a decorative look. This would solve your problem permanently.


    Shamile

    Freeze...Miami Vice !
     
  6. paulie_b

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    #6 paulie_b, Oct 16, 2011
    Robert, re arrange the tires, throw a tablecloth over it and make a new table!
     
  7. paulie_b

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    #7 paulie_b, Oct 16, 2011
    I say no for the attic also. Costco sells a great rack you can use for storage.
     
  8. Parkplace

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    #8 Parkplace, Oct 17, 2011
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    store them on stacked on their sides or on a rack - if you want I can probably find a place for them in air conditioned space.
     
  9. ILuv4Res

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    #9 ILuv4Res, Oct 17, 2011
    I always like a nice rack............wait,...what??.....what are we talking about???..... :D
     
  10. TheCarcierge

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    #10 TheCarcierge, Oct 18, 2011
    Better on their sides. Even in a rack, even pumped up to max pressure (which is a good idea during storage) gravity will do its magic and make flat spots. You will end up with predictable harmonic vibrations.

    S
     

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