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Old 02-14-11 | 07:18 PM
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Default what does everyone have their tire psi set at?

Just wondering what everyone uses as their psi for the tires? I live in NY. Mechanics out herealways set mine at 32. Just wondering what everyone uses and what the oem recommends.
Old 02-14-11 | 07:34 PM
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I have my at 35psi. But it all depends on the tire you have.
Old 02-14-11 | 07:45 PM
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LOL. Please Be Specific.
like others said ! depend on the tires.

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for regular car. 32

i run 45-50 tho
Old 02-15-11 | 04:17 AM
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I run 50psi lol most people don't understand why so high, but no bubbles on my tires so far
Old 02-15-11 | 07:02 AM
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Since this is a thread on PSI....

What's the difference between lower/higher PSI? What are the advantages/disadvantages?
Old 02-15-11 | 10:08 AM
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front 235-45-17 ==> 32 psi
rear 275-40-17 ==> 33 psi
Old 02-15-11 | 10:10 AM
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Originally Posted by LuxuryGS3
Since this is a thread on PSI....

What's the difference between lower/higher PSI? What are the advantages/disadvantages?
Higher PSI

Pros: Better gas mileage
Cons: Slightly harsher ride

Lower PSI

Pros: Cushier ride
Cons: Worse gas mileage
Old 02-15-11 | 10:20 AM
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i set mine with nitrogen about 32-34 PSI in the summer and bout 38-40 PSI in the winter and then check every 3 gas fill ups
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I run 40 psi on a 51 psi max tire.
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Originally Posted by ThomasGS4
Higher PSI

Pros: Better gas mileage
Cons: Slightly harsher ride

Lower PSI

Pros: Cushier ride
Cons: Worse gas mileage
Thanks Parker.
Old 02-15-11 | 11:45 AM
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I run 35-40 Psi gas mileage is good..full tank last two weeks, but then again its a short drive to work
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Originally Posted by sakataj
i set mine with nitrogen about 32-34 PSI in the summer and bout 38-40 PSI in the winter and then check every 3 gas fill ups
Now that I got to do (i.e check tire pressure regularly)... Is there a difference with regular air and nitrogen ?

34 front -225/35/20

36 rear -225/35/20
Old 02-15-11 | 12:16 PM
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They claim with Nitrogen, you get better performance on the tires and it doesn't lose air as much air as you would with a regular air inflation.
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dont pump too much with ur regular tires.
it balloons and makes the middle of the tire wear faster than outsides



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