Pilot Sport a/s warning
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E550 2010
Pilot Sport a/s warning
pilot sport a/s don't wear evenly with the 42psi recommended at the rear tires.
There has been debate on the board regarding optimal tire pressure since
one placard states gives a range (eg 36-42 for the rear tires).
I have put ~15,000 miles on a rear set of pilot sport a/s.
I kept the tire pressure on the upper margin eg. 42 psi.
Now I have an obvious overinflation wear pattern on both rear tires.
So much so, the dealer suggested replacing the tires.
I am a bit ticked about this. I am going to drop the rear pressure to 33psi to
hopefully even out / prolong the life of these tires.
Advice -> keep the rears at 36psi.
There has been debate on the board regarding optimal tire pressure since
one placard states gives a range (eg 36-42 for the rear tires).
I have put ~15,000 miles on a rear set of pilot sport a/s.
I kept the tire pressure on the upper margin eg. 42 psi.
Now I have an obvious overinflation wear pattern on both rear tires.
So much so, the dealer suggested replacing the tires.
I am a bit ticked about this. I am going to drop the rear pressure to 33psi to
hopefully even out / prolong the life of these tires.
Advice -> keep the rears at 36psi.
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Thats where I don't like the US one fits all mentality. I prefer the German version that lets you know via a pic how much for how much loading, and/or prolonged hi-speed driving.
I'm also a proponent of checking my tire pressure frequently and looking at my tire tread for obvious wear signs.
I'm also a proponent of checking my tire pressure frequently and looking at my tire tread for obvious wear signs.
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sorry to hear that MJ, I'd try discount tire in Durham near target, they have unreal service and good prices too.
Sometimes I wish I didn't have the ability to even check the numbers.....because I'm always doing it....lol, but mine are usually 36ish front and 40ish rear......
as they flux when warmer....
see you around,
Sometimes I wish I didn't have the ability to even check the numbers.....because I'm always doing it....lol, but mine are usually 36ish front and 40ish rear......
as they flux when warmer....
see you around,
