Thanks this advice sounds about correct Will lower the rear to 45 PSI and try the 42 PSI in the front I was amazed at how good the ride was with the higher pressure and the handling very good from what I could tell did not try and evasive maneuver Thanks again for all who chimed in I do read it all and it takes me a while to digest
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Edward V Barger edvbarger@mac.com 310 922 6251
> On Jan 12, 2019, at 11:32 AM, Dan N <dn92610@GMAIL.COM> wrote: > > this is I found on the net... > *"Always go by the Tire if the tire has been changed from the original set. > It is best to keep the tire at about 10% the maximum fill." * > > on my vanagon with General Grabber the max on sidewall is 50psi - minus 10% > will give 45psi, I put 46psi which is about right. (for the Rear) > as for the Front... for weight distribution and comfort I subtract 20% > which came about 40psi, I put 42psi. > > now if you decide to put as recommended Max psi on the sidewall... Fine, > Bravo and be Happy... > > peace... |
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