Time for New Tires?

These Toyo Open Country AT II are about 5 years old. I've noticed cracking in between the treads on all 4 tires. The Google box says it's dangerous but two local tire shops say they still have some life left.
I'm considering replacing them because I have a family now and I drive my Tundra on the Highway, I'm concerned about a blow out.
Should I replace them ASAP or do I have a little time left?

 

If you’re worried, I’d sell those online for $300 (Craigslist or Offerup or FB Marketplace) and buy some new ones.

 

I didn't even think about reselling them. Thanks

 

Should be ok. Slow down during wet roads and keep them balance. Wobbly steering will wear down all your bushing fast. Only you know how the truck handles.

 

That isn’t the DOT date unless Toyo does it differently than everyone else. It should say DOT and a 4 digit code. I would say it depends on how you use the truck if they should be replaced or not. Towing, heavy loads, Daily driven or used for trips, I’d replace them. If it’s a weekend ride for trash runs I’d keep them for a while longer.

 

The sidewalls look okay, being of the frugal persuasion, I'd run them but keep the speed down, I do that anyway, it makes the drive less stressful on SoCal roads for me.

 

Tough call but I agree that's not the date.

The date code is typically a 4 digit format. My tires have 3318 stamped on them so they were made in the 33rd week of 2018.

That cracking is getting pretty bad but you probably have some time left before you have anything severe happen. Around town I would think they are perfectly safe. I probably wouldn't drive 80 with the kids in the vehicle.

Have you read Toyo's warranty to see if this might be covered (prorated). I had to do that with a set of Michelin tires.

 

Toyo's Date Code https://www.toyotires.com/tires-101/reading-a-sidewall

Scroll toward the bottom. I'll look for the warranty on their website but it looks like I'm 2 months past the 5 year mark (0718).

 

I stand corrected .

What tires do you think you'll go with next?

 

Leaning towards BFG All Terrains. I haven't had a set in about 12-15 years so I'm curious how they differ from the older model vs todays. I hear they're pretty smooth but don't last that long. Any experience?

 

Bought my 04 DC in 2009 with 113K miles. Soon after I put the same Toyo tires on and wouldn't run anything else. While there are other choices for sure and personal opinions vary, I've never had an issue and have seen no need to change.
I'm on my 3rd set according to my maintenance records and personally see no problems with your tires, family or no family.

 

Are your Toyo's cracking?

 

I've had BFG's for 4 years now. They are down to 8/32 tread and I've been happy with them. People either love or hate them. They just came out with KO3's but only in two sizes so far. I'm waiting for reviews and may buy a set next year.

I'd like to try Micky Thompson's but they are $350/tire. Ouch.

 

Well first and foremost I am not a tire expert but in 40+ years of dealing with tires on my personal vehicles, I have seen what you are showing with your tires and I personally don’t view that as cracks or should I say dangerous cracks. If it makes you sleep better at night when thinking about your family, by all means get new ones ASAP. Sleepless nights and family safety is priceless.

This is my Toyo’s after 2 yrs/~10K miles….

 

I would be interested in a highway tires but I haven’t seen any for my size.

 

My rule of thumb is that it’s best to not fuck with any safety concerns if you have the funds for it. The ease of mind goes a long way. That being said…only you can decide where that line falls with you and your family, and no one here should convince you otherwise.

 

I've driven on tires of an age more than I care to admit. My 2 cents dry rot starts leaking air long before a blowout.

 

I’ve had two sets and would highly advise against them. The wet traction is scary at best.

 

Yokohama G015 has good wet grip.

 

My 3 year old Toyo AT3s look just like the OP’s tread. I wasn’t concerned about it at all until these responses.

 

I'd run 'em and not think twice about it.

What's your size?

 

285/75/17

Nitto Dura Grappler is the only one I see but they weight about 67 lbs. That's going to eat up my already horrible MPG. (14-15 combine)





I went to Allen Tire Co today and asked them. The guy said that it's normal for a 5 year old time. He said to replace them at the 7 year mark.

 

That's a unique size that not a ton of people have on our trucks. I've wanted to move up to that size. Did you have to trim a lot to fit them?

 

I did some light trimming on the fire wall. I have a 3" Toytec Aluma C/O and 1 1/2" wheel spacer in the front.

Before upgrading to Toytec, I had some crappy 2 1/2" coilver and I rubbed very very little while reversing in a turn on the front bumper.

I would clear a 35" tire but I need to trim the front bumper and I dont want to do that. I can't figure out a clean, factory look for cutting.

https://www.tundras.com/threads/2006-double-cab-tundra.67978/#post-1767680

 

What tire did you end up moving to?

I have ko2s got 55k miles out of them. There is still meat on them and I’m going to give them to my buddy so everyone can finally have a full size spare

 

Still on the same tire. 33.8" Toyo AT2 (285/75/17) tires.

 

Are you guys silly, I’m at 113,600 on my AT II’s.

This is at 108k.

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