"The Right Way To Store Tyres"
"Tyres Bottesford, Tyres Brigg"
[ "The Right Way To Store TyresAmateur drivers often deal with the problem of learning how to best take care of their tyres. It becomes evident especially when it comes to storing the tyres properly. Seasoned drivers have figured out the little details when it comes to storing car tyres in a manner that increases their life. Here are a few tips on how to store your tyres- the right way.Preparing for storageDrivers often change tyres when the seasons change. For instance, you might want to swap out your summer tyres for your winter ones when there is a constant chill in the wind. The first thing you have to do before you store your Tyres Bottesford is to clean them properly. Do not store your tyres just as they are off your vehicle. Remember to remove the grime and dirt from the tyre by washing them with detergent under good water pressure. Many television adverts will tell you that you need to put gloss or dressing products on your tyres before storage. That is not required. Such magic products might result in faster deterioration of your tyres instead of improving their longevity.Use a coverBefore you store a tyre, you should use a sort of cover to help protect the outer layer of the tyres. To do this, you can use an airtight bag made of plastic that will stop not only any outside dirt from damaging the layer of the tyre but can also help in keeping any unnecessary moisture out.An airtight bag is also a very helpful method that makes sure that the oils from the rubber compounds are protected from evaporation. Pick the right locationThis is a very important step. To make sure all other steps are followed in tandem, you have to pick the right location where you want to store the tyres. There are a few things you should be putting in a checklist when you choose the location.The place you pick should be cold and dry but it also has to be well ventilated. You have to ensure that there is no sign of any pests that can damage the tyres like rats or termites. Your home garage is a good option unless there is a direct source of heat, in which case the tyres have to be shielded from them completely.Avoid exposureSpeaking of location, you have to consider other factors to which your tyres can come across that can be damaging to their life. The first of those is direct sunlight. If your tyres are in direct sunlight for long periods, the UV rays and the suns heat can cause direct damage to the rubber compound material of your tyres.Another factor is exposure to certain chemicals, particularly ozone that can damage the tyres rubber. Do not store your tyres next to machines like generators, central vacuums and furnaces because these machines produce a high amount of Ozone. Any fuels and lubricants should also be kept away from direct contact with the tyres.The placement mattersIf you are someone that takes all the right steps, checking and double-checking everything before you store your Tyres Brigg, you also have to know that there is a preferred manner in which you can place the tyresYour three options, in this case, are stacking the tyres on top of each other, hanging the tyres from the wall on a holder or letting the tyres stand on the ground upright. The best option is the last one because, while standing there is the least amount of pressure put on the tyres. If the space you have is limited which forces you to stack your tyres, dont stack them up too high.Now that you have an idea about the basic Dos and Donts of tyre storage that you follow every time you store your tyres, we can assure you that your tyres will last a very long life. However, tyres do age but by taking good care you can extend the time of your investments value. You can get in touch with the auto master garage for your tyre needs in Bottesford." ]