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Old Sep 14, 2006 | 04:05 PM
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What is the minimum acceptable tread on RE050 tires for running the Dragon? I've got 11k mostly highway miles on this set; and wondering if I need to change rears before heading down...

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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 04:14 AM
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I'm no expert on that tire but I would not get on the dragon or anywhere else with less than 5/32 tread. That is the absolute minimum.
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 05:28 AM
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I don't think there is a minimum tread requirement, but if you have to ask, I'd probably suggest changing them... Just my $.02.
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 07:34 AM
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Will measure them this afternoon and change if 5/32 or less. Thanks, guys!

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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 07:59 AM
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Good info Here





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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 09:03 AM
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Originally Posted by parkerdt,Sep 15 2006, 11:34 AM
Will measure them this afternoon and change if 5/32 or less. Thanks, guys!

Dave
sounds good... cu next week
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 09:35 AM
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Originally Posted by dead-bird,Sep 15 2006, 11:59 AM
Thanks that is indeed good info!

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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 10:24 AM
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If you can't see cord, it's all good.
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by WestSideBilly,Sep 15 2006, 02:24 PM
If you can't see cord, it's all good.
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Old Sep 15, 2006 | 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by WestSideBilly,Sep 15 2006, 02:24 PM
If you can't see cord, it's all good.
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