There are many standard tires available that are rated to a 44 psi inflation pressure. Many cars now require higher pressures for handling and reduced rolling resistance. You have to look hard though and you will need to upsize to get a reasonable load rating. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of David M Sent: Tuesday, October 03, 2006 3:57 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Tire pressures > Use the factory recommended pressures for > the 205/70 that was OEM and you should be set. > Just remember NEVER to exceed the maximum tire pressures stated on the sidewall of the actual tire you install! The VW factory recommended pressures are for a tire that is no longer available.
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