Why Do Tires Dry Rot and How To Fix It

Are your tires dry rotting? Dry rotting is very common and happens more times than we would like.
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Dry rot also referred to as sidewall cracking is the aging of a tire. It leads to hairline cracks along the sidewalls and inside the tread of the tire.
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[@peterrudy9207]

CLean your tires and apply 303 Protectant , an American product in a spray bottle . To your sidewalls , even tread and inside , sidewalls . It will resisit the UV rays of the sun and cracking / drying out .

[@caaarbz]

American products are overrated term😂

[@johndelong5574]

Used Brake fluid should soften tires

[@DefensorFortis]

Does it wash out or sling in the rain?

[@chrisbeard5794]

I had a tire replaced with a new Yokohama tire 2 years ago and has tiny cracks not deep around the rim, any suggestions on how to fix this problem? I don't have the money for a new tire.

[@carcarehacks]

If the cracks around the rim of your Yokohama tire are tiny and not too deep, they may not necessarily compromise the safety or functionality of the tire. These cracks could be due to normal wear and tear or exposure to harsh environmental conditions. However, if you want to address this issue, here are a few suggestions: 1. Tire Sealant: You can apply a tire sealant that's designed for minor cracks and leaks. However, this is a temporary fix and is not recommended for long-term solutions. 2. Epoxy Resin: Some sources suggest using an epoxy resin and hardener mixture to fill in the cracks. You would need to clean the area, apply the mixture, and allow it to cure. However, this method should be used with caution, as improper use could potentially damage the tire.

[@mrmrjims3865]

can you put on bread sealer on the cracks? the bread sealer is black and becomes rubber

[@carcarehacks]

Not sure to be honest. I haven't tried.

[@aa19nn]

Why is burnt oil better than new oil?

[@Kevinb1821]

I have a rear wheel drive car with older tires with almost all the tread but the dry rot is getting bad. I’m just wondering if a small burnout would help bring out some fresh rubber by burning off the outer dry layer

[@davidcarvalho9035]

I don't think that's the best ideia, I would replace them either way

[@brudug713]

Can’t hear you.

[@carcarehacks]

Yea my microphone wasn't working for some reason.

[@aa19nn]

is it safe to put oil on tires. will a tiny friction with the road cause a tire fire?

[@user-bi2me1kj7p]

I mean unless you’re completely dousing it in oil but either way putting oil on your tire will cause the rubber to get damaged.

[@jryanr2010]

​@@user-bi2me1kj7p yeah this is not a good video.

[@palomahealing5073]

No...the main reason is living in Las Vegas!!!😒 Lol, but not funny?

[@shabutir1820]

Why would you do that? Oil would act as an insulator keeping moisture OUT not bringing more in. Water and oil seperate. Applying oil to something ensures water will stay out. Which is why it can be used as a temporary seal. Its also why those tire protectants can do more harm than good. They make your tire shiny, but lock out the moisture the rubber needs. You cant "fix" dry rot. The rubber has already broken down you cant repair it without adding new rubber to it. All you can really do is wash your tires more frequently to keep grime oil and dirt OFF of them so they can breathe a bit easier.

[@simonlinser8286]

Are we really thinking now that rubber in tires has some inherent moisture as part of its structure, even after the process of vulcanization, which uses a lot of heat? This is a genuine question, i never would have thought so. I could believe it because rubber is a natural protein from plants. But isn't tire rubber these days synthetic? Idk man, kind of doubting this. I think they just call it dry rot but is it really rot and is it really because it dries out? Idk

[@shabutir1820]

@@simonlinser8286 Dry rot is the result of the rubber no longer being able to hold moisture and it literally dries out. Once the rubber begins to dry out, it loses its ability to expand and contract without breaking itself apart. Thus, the cracking. I dont know the precises chemical breakdown of modern tires, but this is true for almost all forms of rubber and plastics today. It appears that tires are coated with a resin that essentially keeps them from drying out. Once this coating is gone, is when the drying out process begins. It seems largely unavoidable, but their life can be prolonged by proper storage. Mainly minimal UV exposure. "Tires naturally degrade over a period of time because they’re made from rubber. When a tire ages, it loses the protective resin which keeps the rubber from oxidizing and drying out. As those oils evaporate, the tire becomes brittle, and starts developing cracks and begins to break apart.Tire dry rot is a condition that expedites the aging and drying process. It occurs when a tire encounters certain substances, temperatures or vulnerable situations. While it’s easy to prevent, it can be difficult to repair when it begins to form." thepalmbeachgarage.com/tire-dry-rot/ So unfortunately, once the process begins it does not appear to be reversable. At least not without the tire being entirely reprocessed.