tire pressure on aftermarket wheels/tires
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tire pressure on aftermarket wheels/tires
I got TSW's (Mallory5 matte black) with Michelin Pilot Sport AS Plus this past summer. Front is 245/35-19 and rear is 285/30-19. They were installed with about 3psi more than recommended (sticker on door jamb). Anyone know how to determine or calculate the correct setting?
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I got TSW's (Mallory5 matte black) with Michelin Pilot Sport AS Plus this past summer. Front is 245/35-19 and rear is 285/30-19. They were installed with about 3psi more than recommended (sticker on door jamb). Anyone know how to determine or calculate the correct setting?
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The door jamb info is a good starting point. You can add air in 1 or two psi increments and see at what point you find the handling/comfort level to be suitable.
Don't decrease the psi by more than about 10% from the door jamb level and don't increase it by more than about 15%
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Nice wheels! I recall using 40 psi in my aftermarket wheels.. the door jamb doesnt apply to aftermarket wheels, altho its very close. Try 40psi and see how you like the ride.
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