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Old Aug 30, 2004 | 09:16 AM
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Need Tyre pressure Advice from LUKE

Hi Luke,

Im currently running 18x8.5(225/40/18) and 18x10(255/35/18) Bridgestone S03 tyres on carlsson 1/16 BE rim for W209 CLK

What is the recommended/best tyre pressure front and rear?

more pressure at front or rear?

Thanks in advance.

Greeting from Aussie
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Old Aug 31, 2004 | 01:39 PM
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depends on the weather
36 front 32 rear fotr normal street driving
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Old Sep 3, 2004 | 03:52 AM
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hey luke, im amazed by your knowledge in tires. i am running brabus monoblock VI, 19inch, pirelli zero nero 8.5 front 235/35, 10 back 265/30, brabus reccommends 38psi front, and 42psi back. what do you think?
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Old Sep 3, 2004 | 04:21 AM
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Thanks luke,

The ride now is perfect, much better than before.. the ride is comfort and excellent handling...

If I decided go for race mode/track day... is it better to have 42 psi front and 36 rear psi?
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