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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa163.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/service/service-tips-and-tricks/how-to-check-tire-tread-depth/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/service/service-tips-and-tricks/how-to-check-tire-tread-depth/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.stingraychevrolet.com\/service\/service-tips-and-tricks\/how-to-check-tire-tread-depth\/","crawl_time":1775826140,"first_indexed_time":1638542430,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,stingraychevrolet!www,\/service\/service-tips-and-tricks\/how-to-check-tire-tread-depth\/ s443","src_root_hash":"15501239722375811963","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How to Check Tire Tread Depth | Car Care Tips in Plant City","meta_descriptions":["Learn the ins and outs of tire tread depth, and how to check if it’s time to replace your tires. Stingray Chevrolet has the answers you need."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"If you’re wondering, “How do I check tire tread wear?”, you’re in the right place. Stingray Chevrolet is here to walk Lakeland drivers through everything they need to know when it comes to checking tire tread depth. All you need is a ruler or penny. If you find that your tires are worn thin, explore our\nservice specials\nand\nget in touch with our service department\nin Plant City\nWhat is the Recommended Tire Tread Depth?\nA fresh tire should either have a depth of\n10\/32 or 11\/32 of an inch\n.That said, Valrico drivers should bear in mind that winter and off-road tires may have deeper grooves.\nOnce your tire hits 2\/32 of an inch\n, it’s time for replacement, but how do you check tire tread wear? Let’s take a look.\nPerforming The Penny Test \nThe first step of how to check tire tread is to grab a ruler. If you don’t have a ruler on hand, grab a penny. Using a penny is a simple and fun way to measure your treads. Simply follow these steps:\nTake the penny and insert into the tire tread groove with Lincoln head-first.\nIf Lincoln’s head is even partially submerged, you still have some tread on your tire.\nIf you can see all of Lincoln’s head, it’s time to replace your tire.\nIf you don’t have a penny on hand, no worries. There are plenty of other ways to check tire tread wear. For instance, most tires come with tire tread wear bars, and if your depth recedes past 2\/32 inches, the bars will surface. Simply inspect your tire treads to see if the bars are exposed. Otherwise, you can use a tread depth gauge, which you can purchase from our\nparts department\n!\nHave More Questions About How to Check Tire Tread Depth?\nIf you have any lingering concerns about our answer to the question, “How do I check tire tread depth?”, call us at (813) 708-5339. We’ll walk Brandon drivers through any of stumbling block of this process. We can also help with\ntire replacement\nor any other fundamentals of tire care, like\nhow often to your rotate tires\n! We look forward to helping you stay safe on the roads of Valrico!\nMore from Stingray Chevrolet\n2026 Chevrolet Traverse Trim Levels\nIf you’ve been looking for a new SUV for your growing family—or if you’re looking to get away from the bustle of Lakeland more this year—the 2026 Chevy Traverse is an excellent option many drivers love. And with four incredible trims to choose from, available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, we’re sure there’s…\nRead More\n2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trim Levels\nWhether you’re hauling materials to the job site or hitching up your trailer for your next weekend adventure, it’s hard to beat the power and capability of a new 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500. Boasting a wide variety of trims with unique features and technologies, drivers are sure to find one that suits their lifestyle. Get…\nRead More\n2026 Chevy Equinox Trim Levels\nDrivers searching for their next capable compact SUV often gravitate toward the Chevy Equinox. Offering efficient performance and a well-equipped cabin, the 2026 Chevy Equinox ensures you have the flexibility you need for your busy lifestyle. Explore the different trim levels, from the sporty RS to the adventure-ready ACTIV, in this guide from Stingray Chevrolet. 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Stingray Chevrolet is here to walk Lakeland drivers through everything they need to know when it comes to checking tire tread depth. All you need is a ruler or penny. If you find that your tires are worn thin, explore our [service specials](https:\/\/www.stingraychevrolet.com\/serviceandpartsspecials\/) and [get in touch with our service department](https:\/\/www.stingraychevrolet.com\/service\/serviceapptform\/) in Plant City\n\n[Service Center](https:\/\/www.stingraychevrolet.com\/service\/)[Contact Us](https:\/\/www.stingraychevrolet.com\/about-us\/contactusform\/)\n\n## What is the Recommended Tire Tread Depth?\nA fresh tire should either have a depth of **10\/32 or 11\/32 of an inch**.That said, Valrico drivers should bear in mind that winter and off-road tires may have deeper grooves. **Once your tire hits 2\/32 of an inch**, it’s time for replacement, but how do you check tire tread wear? Let’s take a look.\n\n## Performing The Penny Test\nThe first step of how to check tire tread is to grab a ruler. If you don’t have a ruler on hand, grab a penny. Using a penny is a simple and fun way to measure your treads. Simply follow these steps:\n\n1. Take the penny and insert into the tire tread groove with Lincoln head-first.\n2. If Lincoln’s head is even partially submerged, you still have some tread on your tire.\n3. If you can see all of Lincoln’s head, it’s time to replace your tire.\n\nIf you don’t have a penny on hand, no worries. There are plenty of other ways to check tire tread wear. For instance, most tires come with tire tread wear bars, and if your depth recedes past 2\/32 inches, the bars will surface. Simply inspect your tire treads to see if the bars are exposed. Otherwise, you can use a tread depth gauge, which you can purchase from our [parts department](https:\/\/www.stingraychevrolet.com\/parts\/)\\!\n\n## Have More Questions About How to Check Tire Tread Depth?\nIf you have any lingering concerns about our answer to the question, “How do I check tire tread depth?”, call us at (813) 708-5339. We’ll walk Brandon drivers through any of stumbling block of this process. We can also help with [tire replacement](https:\/\/www.stingraychevrolet.com\/service\/new-tires\/) or any other fundamentals of tire care, like [how often to your rotate tires](https:\/\/www.stingraychevrolet.com\/service\/how-often-should-you-rotate-your-tires\/)! 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Boilerpipe Text	If you’re wondering, “How do I check tire tread wear?”, you’re in the right place. Stingray Chevrolet is here to walk Lakeland drivers through everything they need to know when it comes to checking tire tread depth. All you need is a ruler or penny. If you find that your tires are worn thin, explore our service specials and get in touch with our service department in Plant City What is the Recommended Tire Tread Depth? A fresh tire should either have a depth of 10/32 or 11/32 of an inch .That said, Valrico drivers should bear in mind that winter and off-road tires may have deeper grooves. Once your tire hits 2/32 of an inch , it’s time for replacement, but how do you check tire tread wear? Let’s take a look. Performing The Penny Test The first step of how to check tire tread is to grab a ruler. If you don’t have a ruler on hand, grab a penny. Using a penny is a simple and fun way to measure your treads. Simply follow these steps: Take the penny and insert into the tire tread groove with Lincoln head-first. If Lincoln’s head is even partially submerged, you still have some tread on your tire. If you can see all of Lincoln’s head, it’s time to replace your tire. If you don’t have a penny on hand, no worries. There are plenty of other ways to check tire tread wear. For instance, most tires come with tire tread wear bars, and if your depth recedes past 2/32 inches, the bars will surface. Simply inspect your tire treads to see if the bars are exposed. Otherwise, you can use a tread depth gauge, which you can purchase from our parts department ! Have More Questions About How to Check Tire Tread Depth? If you have any lingering concerns about our answer to the question, “How do I check tire tread depth?”, call us at (813) 708-5339. We’ll walk Brandon drivers through any of stumbling block of this process. We can also help with tire replacement or any other fundamentals of tire care, like how often to your rotate tires ! We look forward to helping you stay safe on the roads of Valrico! More from Stingray Chevrolet 2026 Chevrolet Traverse Trim Levels If you’ve been looking for a new SUV for your growing family—or if you’re looking to get away from the bustle of Lakeland more this year—the 2026 Chevy Traverse is an excellent option many drivers love. And with four incredible trims to choose from, available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, we’re sure there’s… Read More 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trim Levels Whether you’re hauling materials to the job site or hitching up your trailer for your next weekend adventure, it’s hard to beat the power and capability of a new 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500. Boasting a wide variety of trims with unique features and technologies, drivers are sure to find one that suits their lifestyle. Get… Read More 2026 Chevy Equinox Trim Levels Drivers searching for their next capable compact SUV often gravitate toward the Chevy Equinox. Offering efficient performance and a well-equipped cabin, the 2026 Chevy Equinox ensures you have the flexibility you need for your busy lifestyle. Explore the different trim levels, from the sporty RS to the adventure-ready ACTIV, in this guide from Stingray Chevrolet. Equinox… Read More Stingray Chevrolet 28.03967 , -82.10241 .
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If you don’t have a ruler on hand, grab a penny. Using a penny is a simple and fun way to measure your treads. Simply follow these steps: 1. Take the penny and insert into the tire tread groove with Lincoln head-first. 2. If Lincoln’s head is even partially submerged, you still have some tread on your tire. 3. If you can see all of Lincoln’s head, it’s time to replace your tire. If you don’t have a penny on hand, no worries. There are plenty of other ways to check tire tread wear. For instance, most tires come with tire tread wear bars, and if your depth recedes past 2/32 inches, the bars will surface. Simply inspect your tire treads to see if the bars are exposed. Otherwise, you can use a tread depth gauge, which you can purchase from our [parts department](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/parts/)\! ## Have More Questions About How to Check Tire Tread Depth? 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Readable Markdown	![Checking Tire Tread\_189773810](https://dealerinspire-image-library-prod.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/images/hyvsOJ4ZJRQNEDItYfRuZP04blzRLWx8tqn6F9IM.jpg) If you’re wondering, “How do I check tire tread wear?”, you’re in the right place. Stingray Chevrolet is here to walk Lakeland drivers through everything they need to know when it comes to checking tire tread depth. All you need is a ruler or penny. If you find that your tires are worn thin, explore our [service specials](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/serviceandpartsspecials/) and [get in touch with our service department](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/service/serviceapptform/) in Plant City ## What is the Recommended Tire Tread Depth? A fresh tire should either have a depth of 10/32 or 11/32 of an inch.That said, Valrico drivers should bear in mind that winter and off-road tires may have deeper grooves. Once your tire hits 2/32 of an inch, it’s time for replacement, but how do you check tire tread wear? Let’s take a look. ## Performing The Penny Test The first step of how to check tire tread is to grab a ruler. If you don’t have a ruler on hand, grab a penny. Using a penny is a simple and fun way to measure your treads. Simply follow these steps: 1. Take the penny and insert into the tire tread groove with Lincoln head-first. 2. If Lincoln’s head is even partially submerged, you still have some tread on your tire. 3. If you can see all of Lincoln’s head, it’s time to replace your tire. If you don’t have a penny on hand, no worries. There are plenty of other ways to check tire tread wear. For instance, most tires come with tire tread wear bars, and if your depth recedes past 2/32 inches, the bars will surface. Simply inspect your tire treads to see if the bars are exposed. Otherwise, you can use a tread depth gauge, which you can purchase from our [parts department](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/parts/)\! ## Have More Questions About How to Check Tire Tread Depth? If you have any lingering concerns about our answer to the question, “How do I check tire tread depth?”, call us at (813) 708-5339. We’ll walk Brandon drivers through any of stumbling block of this process. We can also help with [tire replacement](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/service/new-tires/) or any other fundamentals of tire care, like [how often to your rotate tires](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/service/how-often-should-you-rotate-your-tires/)! We look forward to helping you stay safe on the roads of Valrico\! More from Stingray Chevrolet - ### [2026 Chevrolet Traverse Trim Levels](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/2026-chevrolet-traverse-trim-levels/) If you’ve been looking for a new SUV for your growing family—or if you’re looking to get away from the bustle of Lakeland more this year—the 2026 Chevy Traverse is an excellent option many drivers love. And with four incredible trims to choose from, available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, we’re sure there’s… [Read More](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/2026-chevrolet-traverse-trim-levels/) - ### [2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Trim Levels](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/2026-chevy-silverado-1500-trim-levels/) Whether you’re hauling materials to the job site or hitching up your trailer for your next weekend adventure, it’s hard to beat the power and capability of a new 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500. Boasting a wide variety of trims with unique features and technologies, drivers are sure to find one that suits their lifestyle. Get… [Read More](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/2026-chevy-silverado-1500-trim-levels/) - ### [2026 Chevy Equinox Trim Levels](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/2026-chevy-equinox-trim-levels/) Drivers searching for their next capable compact SUV often gravitate toward the Chevy Equinox. Offering efficient performance and a well-equipped cabin, the 2026 Chevy Equinox ensures you have the flexibility you need for your busy lifestyle. Explore the different trim levels, from the sporty RS to the adventure-ready ACTIV, in this guide from Stingray Chevrolet. Equinox… [Read More](https://www.stingraychevrolet.com/2026-chevy-equinox-trim-levels/) Stingray Chevrolet 28\.03967, \-82.10241.
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