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Originally posted by Rushjob
They don't just disperse water via the channels.
The edges of the tread blocks also form part of the design in that they effectively "cut" into the damp coating on the road surface.
When the tyres wear, these edges become blunt & are therefore less effective.
One of the reasons why worn tyres may feel less positive.
The water dispersal argument is less of interest to me ...bear in mind that the formula for aquaplaning is 1mm of tread at 50mph in 1" of water to reach the point at which it will occur.
Bearing in mind how tight my employers are with money..the one thing they won't skimp on is tyres and we consider a tyre to be unfit for patrol at anything below 2.5mm of tread - rain or shine.
[Edited on 3-5-2005 by Rushjob] |
That's very interesting, I didn't know that.
Thanks mate
03-May-2005, 12:22 
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