Tire pressure
Jun 7, 2004, 06:31 PM
#1
Tire pressure
I just read something about tire pressure in the Evo forum, so I figured I asked my question here too. I pretty much know the answer... but you know... better be safe than sorry.
I currently have 17", wrapped with kumho 205/40/17. I checked my tire pressure last week, and I'm at like 38-40 all around. I think our tire pressure should be around 32 isn't it. If my pressure is that high, am I getting less traction than I should?
I currently have 17", wrapped with kumho 205/40/17. I checked my tire pressure last week, and I'm at like 38-40 all around. I think our tire pressure should be around 32 isn't it. If my pressure is that high, am I getting less traction than I should?
Jun 10, 2004, 01:21 AM
#2
Since you're on low profile tires, I recommend staying at a slightly higher psi anyway just to protect the rim. Your traction should be best around 40 psi depending on what the tire is rated at. But the main issue for daily driving is wear. If you start to notice more wear on the shoulders of the tire, you need more air pressure. If they are wearing in the middles, you need less air. Make sure to rotate them frequently. I do it every other oil change.