Tire deterioration

Posted by Richard Young on August 15, 2001 at 10:25:12 from (205.153.68.2):

I have discovered an 18.4 x 26 "Tractor King" tire which has been lying on its side covered by vegetation for five years. Its bead is slightly broken on one side (about 1 inch long but still attached). The overall tread profile is excellent. Uninflated, there is some age cracking on the sidewalls but the rubber still seems resilient and good.

Question:
If I use an inner tube (not sure if the broken bead will hold air), is this tire safe and usable after five years in the weeds or would I be better off taking it to the dump? Should I spend the time, effort, and expense of mounting this tire?

Follow Ups:

• Re: Tire deterioration paul 11:42:55 08/15/01 (1)
  • Re: Re: Tire deterioration Ray,IN 21:38:39 08/15/01 (0)

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