{"id":55980,"date":"2016-06-27T13:44:18","date_gmt":"2016-06-27T20:44:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cookiesandclogs.com\/?p=55980"},"modified":"2017-10-09T14:16:32","modified_gmt":"2017-10-09T21:16:32","slug":"check-tire-tread-depth-penny-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cookiesandclogs.com\/check-tire-tread-depth-penny-test\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Check Your Tire Tread Depth w\/ the Penny Test + Printable"},"content":{"rendered":"

Of the various car parts that need replacing, having tires with enough\u00a0tread is vital. Only\u00a0one square patch of each tire makes contact with the ground to control driving, turning, and braking. This can mean life or death on a daily basis. Generally, you should replace your tires every four years. But, that can change depending on your driving style and road types. There\u2019s a super simple trick for finding out when you need to get new tires. Just check the tire tread depth with the Penny Test.<\/p>\n

Check Tire Tread Depth with the Penny Test<\/h3>\n

You don\u2019t need any special skill to perform this test. In fact, you don\u2019t even need to get your hands dirty. Better yet it only costs one cent, and that’s refundable. \ud83d\ude42 Follow these steps. (Click here for a full-size printable PDF.<\/a>)<\/p>\n

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  1. Get a penny. Make sure it is clean enough so you can clearly see Lincoln\u2019s head (the president imprinted on the penny).<\/li>\n
  2. Insert the penny into a groove on the tire, with the top of the head going in first.<\/li>\n
  3. If you can still see the top of the head once it\u2019s touching the base of the tire, it\u2019s time to get new ones. If not, then you\u2019re good for a while more.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \"Cars<\/p>\n

    Key Points to Keep in Mind When Replacing Your Tires<\/h3>\n

    Make sure to perform this test on each tire. If your tires are not properly aligned and balanced, you may experience uneven wear on them. Also, too much or too little tire pressure can cause extra wear on the inner or outer edges.<\/p>\n

    When replacing your tires, always do so in pairs (i.e. both front tires and\/or both back tires). Replacing only one tire will throw everything else out of whack. So, just don\u2019t do it. When taking the car in to change the tires, do your research. Try to find a place that offers some kind of guarantee on the work and future balancing and alignment.<\/p>\n

    Remember, using the Penny Test to check your tire tread depth is only a guide. It will help\u00a0give you an idea of when you should bring your car into an auto shop to check the tires and replace them. That is, of course, unless you are an awesome DIY mechanic type. But, then, you wouldn\u2019t need to be reading this article. \ud83d\ude00 Otherwise, have fun checking that tire tread.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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