The Stovebolt Site Forums The Shop Area Driveline AD truck tire upgrade needed?

My tire shops in NY would not remount any style of tire older than 10 years.

Can you post reputable source that says that radial tires have a shorter life compared to bias tires?

"Are there any advantages to bias ply tires?
Yes, in certain applications. Bias ply advantages include:

Less complicated tire construction and, therefore, typically lower cost.

The stiffer sidewall can be an advantage in certain applications, e.g., as trailer tires where a bias ply tire may deliver less sway and bounce than a radial.

Rugged design and sidewall puncture resistance (some agricultural tires are bias ply)

But today, bias ply tires on automobiles have mostly been relegated to classic car/truck restoration projects and car shows. If the goal is to replicate the true classic look, then bias ply tires achieve that best.

When it comes to your truck though, radial tires are almost certainly the ticket. There are a few modern manufacturers of bias ply truck tires, but almost no matter where and how you drive, you’ll be at an advantage with radial options."