Freelander 1 Tread depth?

htr · Aug 1, 2015

I recently replaced my spare tyre to match the set of tyres I fitted in October. When new they have 9mm tread depth. Currently my set has 7mm. If I fit the spare wheel with its new tyre to try and have the entire set wear evenly, will that difference in tread depth, and thus rolling diameter, strain the VCU - IRD?

dave21478 · Aug 1, 2015

No.
2mm difference, which would be averaged out with the older tyre by the diff of whatever axle its fitted to will not make a difference.

saxavordian · Aug 1, 2015

Don't forget tyre wear can be individual due to routine travel, road conditions and manufacture of the tyre itself.

Nodge68 · Aug 1, 2015

If you are worried, fit the new tyre on the rear one side, then move it to the other rear next rotation.

htr · Aug 1, 2015

Thanks everyone, yes I've fitted it to the rear and will swap it side to side.

Freelander 1 Tread depth?

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