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Old 08-02-2009, 12:56 PM   #1 (permalink)
 
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PSI 17" wheels with 195/40 fronts and 215/35 rear?

I have to change 17" wheels with 195/40 fronts and 215/35 rear, I want to know how many PSI should be right for that? pressure as the stock tires, 29 PSI front and 36 PSI rear

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The PSI rating is most likely different from stock. Generally, I use the max PSI on the tire as a guideline and set it under that somewhat, tuned by feel and load.

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Good info on the max pressure listed on the sidewall.

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thanks very much

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