Tire preservation

I have a 49 Farmall M with new tires. Is there any product out there that you can apply to maintain the rubber, and prevent weather checking or cracking? I am not looking for tire paint. I am interested in something that will preserve the rubber.

Thanks!

Keep them out of the Sun. You could make a cover out of an lold tarp like they use for a spare tire.

Glycerine or any tire shine product to keep the surface moist and as has been stated keep out of the sun when not in use

Since we are in Southern Az and our farmall isn't used that often, I had a set of tire covers made. Total cost was about $300. They are made from red boat canvas.

The front tire cover is held on by velcro and the rears have a cable/lock going through them (cable wasn't installed when I took the pic).


covered-tires 009 by maniak_az, on Flickr

~Mark

This is what I use - like it.

RV Tire Protection
Should I use RV tire covers if I am using 303 Aerospace
Protectant?

Most customers use 303 Aerospace Protectant on their tires
because of the unreal, long-lasting cosmetics. But some
customers "need" 303 to prevent sidewall failure tires that are
parked for extended periods: RV's, boat trailers, collector cars,
utility trailers. And periodically applied, meaning every couple of
months, these parked tires don't even check, much less
experience sidewall failure.

Many RVers, most having learned the hard way, know that
sunlight speeds sidewall failure. Consequently, in the RV
aftermarket you'll find tire covers and they are beneficial. But 303
A. Protectant is extremely effective at preventing both UV light
and ozone damage and makes tires look great besides.

Do the answer is, yes you can use RV tire covers if you are using
303 Aerospace Protectant doesn't hurt and could help if you
forget to retreat with 303 for a few months. But for a regular
303 user, purchasing tire covers is an unnecessary expense.

HINTS:Ozone will eventually cause the inner sidewall to fail also.
RVers, trailer boaters and classic car owners should treat the
inner sidewalls 3-4 times a year

Vinyl tire covers, because of their constant exposure and typically
low quality vinyl, rarely last past 3-5 years. Use 303 Aerospace
Protectant to keep covers clean and looking like new and
dramatically extend their life.

Give them a light coat of silicone spray every 6 months.