What is my Optimal Tyre Pressure for my Cooper Tyres?

The optimal tyre pressure for your Cooper tyres depends on the specific model (e.g., passenger tyre, 4WD) and the driving conditions. For standard on-road bitumen driving, inflate passenger tyres to the cold PSI specified on your vehicle's door placard (usually between 32 to 38 PSI).

If I am going offroad what should my Cooper Tyre Pressure be?

If you are using Cooper 4x4 or light truck tyres, off-road conditions require significantly lower pressures to expand the tyre's footprint and avoid punctures:

• Sand: 18 - 26 PSI
• Fast/Smooth Gravel: 28 - 32 PSI
• Slow/Rough Gravel: 24 - 28 PSI
• Rocky Gravel/Rocks: 22 - 28 PSI
• General Off-Road: 15 PSI front / 18 PSI rear

Are any Tyres made in Australia?

No domestic tyre manufacturing since 2010, Australia now imports 740,000 tonnes annually – 20 million passenger tyres, 8.5 million truck and bus tyres, and 750,000 off-the-road tyres.

Majority of manufacturers are located in China, USA, India, Germany, and Thailand.

How long does it take to get my Tyres Fitted?

It usually takes around 30 Minutes to 1 hour to fit depending on the number of Tyres you are getting fitted.

How long does a Wheel Alignment take?

Usually around 30 minutes for a small adjustment and up to 1 hour for something a little more complex. For cars such as the newer BMW's and Teslas sometimes take a little longer as we need to remove coverings to get to the mechanics.

We use a Hawkeye Wheel Alignment machine that maintains a database of the latest recommended alignments for a large number of vehicles.

Do we do Truck wheel Alignments?

We only do small trucks and vehicles of a certain size. For the larger trucks and caravans we recommend going to Wagga Truck Wheel Aligners. We can do the smaller Hiace vans as long as they fit on the machine.

Are all Tyres Repairable?

No is the short answer. We can only repair a Tyre if its located within the central tread area. 

We cannot repair the tyre If:

1: A tyre has been driven on flat as it crushes the internal structure.

2: If the tyre has large gashes, cracks or sidewall bulges.

3: If the sidewall is weakened by a puncture or hole.

When to change your Car Battery?

Car batteries have a limited lifespan, typically ranging from 3 to 5 years. If your battery is approaching or exceeding this timeframe, it is wise to consider a replacement, even if it is not showing any obvious signs of failure. We can test your car battery for you and let you know how its going.

What is the Tyre Speed Index?

Each letter in the speed index corresponds to a specific maximum speed rating This letter is usually located at the end of your size of your Tyre. For example:

• "Q" indicates a maximum speed rating of up to 160 km/h
• "H" indicates a maximum speed rating of up to 210 km/h
• "V" indicates a maximum speed rating of up to 240 km/h
• "Y" indicates a maximum speed rating of up to 300 km/h
• "W" indicates a maximum speed rating of up to 270 km/h

How to Measure Tyre Tread Depth?

Regularly measuring tyre tread depth is crucial for the vehicle and we must take into account the right measurement to stay safe on the road. As a reminder, the legal depth is at least 1.6 mm. But dont forget to check the inside of your Tyres also, if you alignment is out they may have already worn down.

How to check it at home?

1. Use a tyre Guage.
2. Use a ruler of a coin.
3. Check the wear bars.

How long does 1mm of tread usually last?

There is no exact answer to this question as it depends on the health of your vehicle, driving style, the weather and road conditions. 1mm can last anywhere from 4800 to 8000km.

When should I get expensive Tyres?

The more expensive Tyre is not always the correct choice. Things to consider for value for money are:

1. How much driving you do? More km's may need a better quality tyre. If you drive only short distances a more budget friendly option will surfice.
2. If you do offroad driving you may like to consider a Tyre that is an All Terrain or a light All Terrain for dirt roads.

Come in and ask us what we might suggest.