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Re: [ST] Tire Pressures
It is true that lower pressures let the tire heat up more.
But some tires need lower pressures to get the most mileage.
I have only one example, Dunlope D220
I ran a rear at 42psi and it did not last 3000 miles (60% of normal).
The tire saw slipping (gently) which cause extra wear. Lower pressure and more grip would lead to less slip and longer life.
David W. Funk
'00 Sprint ST
Pleasanton, CA
-------------- Original message --------------
From: Matthew Heyer <matthewheyer@xxxxxxxxx>
> Agreed. The lower pressure allows the tire to flex more, and the extra flexing
> causes the rubber to heat up more. The hotter rubber means the rubber is softer,
> and thus scrubs off more easily.
>
> Matt Heyer
>
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: Dan Wetherington
> To: ST@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2006 9:37:52 AM
> Subject: Re: [ST] Tire Pressures
>
>
> As to lowering the pressure, that will only cause the tire to heat up
> more quickly and possibly wear out sooner (I think).
>
> HTH,
> Dan
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