UV rays and tire life

[SWUtah]

In Florida bought new condo on the top penthouse level. So my LX570 parks at the top of the parking garage in the direct sunlight I’m trying to hit the tires at least once a month with arrow 3O3 to protect them from the UV rays what else can I do if anything to keep my tires from deteriorating from exposure to UV?

 

[Markuson]

Pretty low tech, but lots of sunny southern Kalifornistan folks with RVs lean a piece of plywood against their parked tires for this reason... If your rig sits a lot, maybe worth doing.

 

[TeCKis300]

You can find canvas tire covers everywhere including home depot, walmart. Cheapest is probably harbor freight. Though I'm not sure it's particularly worth worrying about?

 

[SWUtah]

I drive it every day to the gym probably about 12 miles round-trip but it does sit out in the sun 303 aerospace is probably one the best UV protectant I don’t know if Treatment once a month with 303 is enough or if I need to do it more often? Maybe a non issue? But since I only drive about 5000 miles a year potentially I Could have these tires for 14 or 15 years? When is enough enough?

 

[TeCKis300]

Ah, was going to ask how long you were going to store it for? If you drive it everyday, there's practically no concern.

Rubber likes being used, and will maintain oil dispersion within the rubber compounds to prevent dry rot. As opposed to storage, where it will dry out prematurely.

 

[Markuson]

If it’s your daily, then tread wear will kill them before the sun does.

I wouldn’t worry about it at all.

 

[FinallyGotOne!]

Sounds as though you now have another reason not to miss a day at the gym!

 

[JohnJB]

I just replaced a set of BFG KOs that had half their tread but were almost 8 years old. My tires get replaced at 7 years of age regardless of wear or the appearance, or lack of appearance, of rot. It's the smart thing to do.

 

[04UZJ100]

I just replaced a set of BFG KOs that had half their tread but were almost 8 years old. My tires get replaced at 7 years of age regardless of wear or the appearance, or lack of appearance, of rot. It's the smart thing to do.

I’m on a 5 year cycle myself.

 

[JohnJB]

I’m on a 5 year cycle myself.

5 is definitely gold standard and I know many others who would echo your sentiments.

 

[coleAK]

All reputable recommendations I have read say change tires regardless of tread when 6 years on a vehicle or 10 years past manufacturing date whichever comes first.

 

[coleAK]

I usually get new winter tires with 40-50% tread remaining on the old ones at the 5-6 year mark.

 

[32cls6speedmt]

Congrats on your new penthouse condo! Enjoy.