Vehicle Maintenance 101 = TYRE CHECKS

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 ก.ย. 2018
  • In this episode of this back to basics help series...
    How to do a health check on your tyres (tires!).
    This is vital for the safety of yourself, passengers and other road users and is a common failure for an MOT in the UK.
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  • @bonbon460
    @bonbon460 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Very clear explanation. I have watched several videos of others about tires but no one explained as clearly as you did.
    Thanks a lot.

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it helped! 👌🐷

  • @richardgilbert9189
    @richardgilbert9189 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    OMG best explanation on the internet! Why can’t everyone be this clear

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That means a lot thankyou. I'm not very good at the video thing but I try and making the teaching high quality! 🐷👍

  • @nik-keeayoub5258
    @nik-keeayoub5258 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent clear explanation .thanks so much for sharing 👌🏽

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad it was helpful!👌🐷

  • @cnuguriandr
    @cnuguriandr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks @PiggyPower, very useful 👍

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure 😊
      Please think about subscribing 👍😯🐷💪

  • @user-zc9lv9kr1c
    @user-zc9lv9kr1c ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very well explained, thank you👍

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  ปีที่แล้ว

      No worries 🐷👍

  • @Ilovetosingem
    @Ilovetosingem 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks a lot, this was really helpful.

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Happy to be a help 👌🐷💪

  • @jimfisher5916
    @jimfisher5916 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you, very helpful.

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No worries 😄👌🐷

  • @mikmik4205
    @mikmik4205 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent stuff

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thankyou 🐷🙈

  • @TheOnlyRaceEngineer
    @TheOnlyRaceEngineer 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    best no nonsense video. SUBSCRIBED

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks 👍🐷

  • @abhinavyadava9444
    @abhinavyadava9444 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Simple and clear explanation 👍👍👍👍

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks 👍👌🐷

  • @grahammcdonald
    @grahammcdonald 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful video, cheers

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No worries 😃🐷👌

  • @mrpat2563
    @mrpat2563 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankyou for sharing useful video

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No worries! Glad it helps!

  • @user-bf2ey2rb7b
    @user-bf2ey2rb7b 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very good presentation

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks 👍🐷

  • @jamiemorris9079
    @jamiemorris9079 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never knew about twi. Thanks 👍

  • @roger2008100
    @roger2008100 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice and clear thanks

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      My pleasure 👍🐷

  • @rafaelaguiar7520
    @rafaelaguiar7520 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GOOD EXPLANATION.... SIMPLE LIKE THAT.

  • @jackieo7113
    @jackieo7113 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow so clearly stated!!!

  • @Alan-gx8gf
    @Alan-gx8gf 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have just checked my Rear tyres on my Honda , they are from 2014 , and have very very slight cracks on the edge of the tread , changing them on Wednesday !

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's not too bad tbf. If you said, 2004.... I'd be more concerned. Very very slight cracks on the edge are not unusual on older tyres especially tyres which are a harder compound for longer life. But it's always better to be safer than sorry, as tyres are the only thing between you and the road!

  • @EgoShredder
    @EgoShredder 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've had a lot of driving instances, where I was so glad I had bought decent quality tyres AND looked after them each week. Also one thing I never do is buy one at a time, I always get four of the same type and model. I check my pressures every week and sometimes more than that, as quite often some tyres can go down quickly for whatever reason (dodgy valve or bad fitting alloy wheel?). I try if possible to have my wheels properly aligned and balanced, although it seems some cars fare better than others after having this done.

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow that is some commitment! I always advise having tyres in pairs for sure. As often FWD cars wear differently front/rear. Well done though for keep your car safe and legal

    • @EgoShredder
      @EgoShredder 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mitchbrown3911 I wish! The 306 car I have at the moment is running on the tyres it came with when I bought it used. Sadly the previous owner bought cheap unknown crap, and a couple of decent branded ones are one there as well. They are not that old and have a lot of tread left, but if I had the money I would put four good new ones on.

  • @hardcoretam
    @hardcoretam 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Centre 3/4 of the tyre is important because some tyres have a tread which is out beyond the wear markers leading to the edge of the tyre, but still falls within the central 3/4
    The best way to make sure is if you have a 205 width tyre, half it (205mm / 2 = 102.5mm) so 102.5mm is the centre point
    3 quarters of the total 205mm width is 153.75mm (205 x 75%)
    That means that you need to have at least 1.6mm of tread on 77mm* on either side of the centre point of the tyre which is 102.5mm in from the edge.
    *Rounded up

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think....that's what I just said in the video ...just without complicated maths 🤣

  • @diesalweasel
    @diesalweasel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi good information does the speed rating have to be same across the axle best regards James

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not at all. Just consider speed rating v your use of the tyre 👍

  • @maxautouk
    @maxautouk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    99% of people never ever check their tyres. If it passes it's mot they consider it a car with no issues

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Indeed. #oldcomments

    • @rowenramnath2016
      @rowenramnath2016 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      They come and buy new tyres.if they need

    • @russiandrivers9986
      @russiandrivers9986 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes. My sister took her car to MOT and it failed with 6 dangerous faults. One of which was a missing wheel nut.

  • @cmd2709
    @cmd2709 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    just to clarify, the edges can be bald, but not showing cord. and as long as the centre tread has over 1.6mm its fine?

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Centre 3/4 of the tyre minimum 1.6mm.

  • @aboutbikes1264
    @aboutbikes1264 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    That's what I've got for tyre looking exactly like tyre on the left on your video with bald edge (no cord showing) from local KwikFit today. Fuming and going there tomorrow to talk to them.

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, that's what you get with Kwitfit. . . Raised block tread on the outer and inner edges is common with performance tyres, may look like low tread or lack of tread but in fact is perfect

    • @paul17uk44
      @paul17uk44 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Everyone says cracks in between the tread blocks are bad yet they pass an m.o.t , so I’ll very confused !!!

    • @georgecouttie2191
      @georgecouttie2191 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PiggyPower I z

  • @pathart8854
    @pathart8854 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi sir . Great video . I know I'm going to sound so stupid and I'm sure your busy . But my aunt has wearing on the outside and the middle bit just measured at 2.8 and is ok I think but wanted to double check with you . I know I sound silly but I could do with your advice thanks she's 71 and can't afford to do them right this moment thanks . Also do you have any merch or a patrion thanks

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi there Pat. In the UK, legal limit is 1.6mm. So its getting close. Start saving for a new tyre and consider wheel alignment if its wearing unevenly. I do have some merch and a patron ye!

  • @staypress
    @staypress 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi piggy power.
    My 4 tyres are 3 in the central area but the areas to the left and right of the last main tyre groove are at 1.6 although there are no TWIs on these smaller horizontal grooves, ,so Im not sure if these areas to the left and right are within the three quarters of the tyre .It is a close call .Please advise .I have subscribed .
    Thanks

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do they have a raised section on these edges?

    • @staypress
      @staypress 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi piggy. No not that I am aware of .Can I send u a picture maybe?

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course you can. Via Facebook Piggypower page or Instagram account. Thanks

    • @staypress
      @staypress 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PiggyPower ok i will .thanks mate

  • @garrysingh9753
    @garrysingh9753 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi mate, I have changed my vehicle Isuzu d max 2013 tyre and rims (215 55 r15 to 255 60 r18) since then rear brake stated making noise whenever stop the car. Brake pads are checked and are in condition, unable to understand what cause the issue? This vehicle has shoe drum brake on the rear? Any advice

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd say that's probably a coincidence tbh. (The wheel change) In your situation I would strip off the caliper and pads, do a brake service and then do a service on the drum brakes also. Likely, during the course of that routine maintenance, if there is something more seriously wrong, you will find it. 👍🐷

  • @odysseasv7138
    @odysseasv7138 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm taking my car for driving test next week and 1 of my tyre is cracking on the sidewall towards the outer edge of the tyre body(if that makes sense). Do you think is risky and the examiner might fail me for that?? please advise

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Any cracks in a tyre isn't a good thing, the test doesn't make it more or less safe. Cracks in the tyres outer layers indicate aging and are a warning sign to you! 👍

    • @nik-keeayoub5258
      @nik-keeayoub5258 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Won't fail you just won't get in the car an allow you to take test (happened to friends daughters)

    • @jamiukilani225
      @jamiukilani225 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This condition is called dry rotting. It's an indication of aging or excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays of the sun.
      While you may still pass the test, it's advisable that you change the tyre ASAP if the condition is excessive as the outer layer may have been severely weakened.

  • @brendanbradyfan3589
    @brendanbradyfan3589 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem 👍 thank you for watching and commenting 🐷💪

  • @johnathandavis9626
    @johnathandavis9626 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Where to check a date stamp. ?

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      On the side of the tyre. Oval imprint with 4 digits indicating the month and year. 1123 would be November 2023 or 0609 would be June 2009 etc. Older tyres don't have this stamp.

  • @Gta6billionaire
    @Gta6billionaire ปีที่แล้ว

    What do you mean at the end of the vod you said different wheels is a mot fail did i hear that right

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  ปีที่แล้ว

      Having different sized tyres on the same axle is both a bit foolish and an MOT fail

  • @maha_sage
    @maha_sage 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    So cute

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thankyou!? 😮

  • @rondhole
    @rondhole 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That cheap tires are cracking so easily, the wall also failed often and do not keep the shape like good brands like Goodyear or Michelin class

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I see many more Michelin and Goodyear show cracking before cheap brands do.
      It's a trade off however... They often last longer and "rubber" has a lifespan until it degrades and starts perishing (cracking).

    • @rondhole
      @rondhole ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@PiggyPower It really depends on how we kept them. I had 11 years old continental tires and they are still better without any dry rot than 3 years old Primewell/chinese tires. my cars are kept in garage. Cheap brands often has no dry rot but disintegrated from inside out (steel belt), scalloping, and feathering even the wheel are well balanced and aligned.

  • @pupsiuspupuliukas2394
    @pupsiuspupuliukas2394 ปีที่แล้ว

    So you can have different sizes front and rear...;)

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course. Just not on the same axle.

  • @shoegame1201
    @shoegame1201 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    @1:20 if rubber is missing the tire is no good 👍

    • @PiggyPower
      @PiggyPower  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's what I said 🤔