TOOOFST
Enthusiast
Technically (factory) speaking,how low should U go?measurement from center tread height.thanks
When are stock pilots junk!
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Doug Supercharged Vipers
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TOOOFST -
The Pilots like many other tires, have "wear bars" in-between the tread groves. When the wear bars make contact with the ground surface area, it's an indication to replace your tires.
The biggest issue to be aware of is; <u>NOT</u> only how much tread is left your tires, but how long they've been on the vehicle. The Viper induces a good amount of torque load on the tires, the constant heat cycling (cold to hot ... cold) compromises traction by agitating the tire's compound. Throw a new set of tires on your car when age becomes a contributing factor, traction/handling will be much improved as well as safety as an added bonus.
Good Luck,
Doug
The Pilots like many other tires, have "wear bars" in-between the tread groves. When the wear bars make contact with the ground surface area, it's an indication to replace your tires.
The biggest issue to be aware of is; <u>NOT</u> only how much tread is left your tires, but how long they've been on the vehicle. The Viper induces a good amount of torque load on the tires, the constant heat cycling (cold to hot ... cold) compromises traction by agitating the tire's compound. Throw a new set of tires on your car when age becomes a contributing factor, traction/handling will be much improved as well as safety as an added bonus.
Good Luck,
Doug
SteveBCloud9
Enthusiast
Scott, I always heard that if you take a penny and put it into a grove with the head of Lincoln going in first, it is a good indication that you need tires if you can see the top of his head while holding it there. Wear-bars do the same thing. I just put on new Pilot's the other day, WOW what a difference.
YellowSnake
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The way you (and I) drive, I would have some spare sets around for frequent changes. 
