text: how to reuse or recycle threads of reclamed tire? after reclamation tire, threads of tire in tones per month with size of .5 to 1 inch produce . how to reuse or recycle thes threads tires are being shredded and mixed with tar or asphalt to make road construction material. since it is a petroleum product to start with it mixes well.  recap tires are not economical for the passenger car, but they are for large truck tires. the tire tread is ground down then a cap is glued over the shell. heat is major reason for failure.