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i suppose it would depend what size tyres they are

if you have the normal 16" then somewhere between 32-34psi would be fine.

32psi is actually a mechanics tale..

its a "one size fits all" kinda beleif...

alof tires require more and some less...

always look at the side of the door..... where the latch is...

for stock tires and rims, that should be the exact size of tyre and pressure.

You know its actually spelt "tyre"?

lol

no its not

Tire is American english

Tyre is Uk & Australia

Just like Grey is spelt Gray... Aluminium is spelt Aluminum...Kerb is spelt Curb... Mould is spelt Mold & aeroplane is airplane. :P

32psi is actually a mechanics tale..

its a "one size fits all" kinda beleif...

alof tires require more and some less...

always look at the side of the door..... where the latch is...

for stock tires and rims, that should be the exact size of tyre and pressure.

32psi is not a mechanics tale... most mechanics will tell you to set your pressures to more like 36ish, depending on the car/tyre.

Don't necessarily follow the tyre placard as they are usually settings that achieve best comfort rather than best performance. (Although this isn't always the case)

I run my pressures (stock 17" rims) at 40psi. The best thing to do is monitor the way the tyre is wearing. If the outside edges are wearing more rapidly than the centre, your pressures are too low, and vice versa. Keep in mind there are other factors that can influence tyre wear though, such as wheel alignment, driver, etc...

32psi is not a mechanics tale... most mechanics will tell you to set your pressures to more like 36ish, depending on the car/tyre.

Don't necessarily follow the tyre placard as they are usually settings that achieve best comfort rather than best performance. (Although this isn't always the case)

I run my pressures (stock 17" rims) at 40psi. The best thing to do is monitor the way the tyre is wearing. If the outside edges are wearing more rapidly than the centre, your pressures are too low, and vice versa. Keep in mind there are other factors that can influence tyre wear though, such as wheel alignment, driver, etc...

well personally i prefer higher...

higher pressures give slightly better fuel economy than one being lacking pressure.

Beleive me, ive worked at 3 car dealership service workshops during my apprentice ship years ago.. and that was like the universal one size fits all tale.

like i said, it depeneds on the tyre and the load

the tyres on my Toyota Hilux i pump it to 55Psi cause anything lower than that, it looks flat...

well personally i prefer higher...

higher pressures give slightly better fuel economy than one being lacking pressure.

Beleive me, ive worked at 3 car dealership service workshops during my apprentice ship years ago.. and that was like the universal one size fits all tale.

like i said, it depeneds on the tyre and the load

the tyres on my Toyota Hilux i pump it to 55Psi cause anything lower than that, it looks flat...

Geez, that would be rough as guts. You obviously never go off road with it then.

i guess its up to the owner at the end of the day then really. when ever i have had new tyres put on the cars ive owned they generally get pumped up to 32-34ish. but from what ive read from other people today afew are running at 40+. just have a look on the side wall of the tyre and see if it has recommended psi and go with it.

well personally i prefer higher...

higher pressures give slightly better fuel economy than one being lacking pressure.

Beleive me, ive worked at 3 car dealership service workshops during my apprentice ship years ago.. and that was like the universal one size fits all tale.

like i said, it depeneds on the tyre and the load

the tyres on my Toyota Hilux i pump it to 55Psi cause anything lower than that, it looks flat...

Well I wasn't just rambling either...I worked at 2 dealerships during my apprenticeship and then for a general workshop after that. And never did anyone I work with tell a customer to put 32psi into a sports car tyre.

Anyway, I'm also sure your hilux is probably running light commercials, not road car tyres. I also put 50+ psi into those kind of tyres, but wouldn't recommend it to OH RB for his skyline...

And I wouldn't class my tyres as 'lacking pressure'. They are wearing fine and the car uses about 11L/100km.

So in the end, don't put 55psi into ur skyline tyres lol. If it were mine they would be up around 40, and monitor it from there.

lol

no its not

Tire is American english

Tyre is Uk & Australia

Just like Grey is spelt Gray... Aluminium is spelt Aluminum...Kerb is spelt Curb... Mould is spelt Mold & aeroplane is airplane. :D

LOL

The tyre pressure is more controlled by the tyre itself. Check the manufacture's tech data for the recommended pressure.

Most manufacturers (car and tyre) recommend a pressure that will aid in the comfort of the ride, ie they are a bit soft. Add at least 2 psi all round, then add another 2 psi to the fronts.

Well I wasn't just rambling either...I worked at 2 dealerships during my apprenticeship and then for a general workshop after that. And never did anyone I work with tell a customer to put 32psi into a sports car tyre.

Anyway, I'm also sure your hilux is probably running light commercials, not road car tyres. I also put 50+ psi into those kind of tyres, but wouldn't recommend it to OH RB for his skyline...

And I wouldn't class my tyres as 'lacking pressure'. They are wearing fine and the car uses about 11L/100km.

So in the end, don't put 55psi into ur skyline tyres lol. If it were mine they would be up around 40, and monitor it from there.

and where did i state to pump 55psi into his skyline?!

i told him to check the pressure at the tag on the side of the door trim...

it should have the exact pressure and size of the tires....

my car runs on stock wheels.

I wonder if the front and rear got different figures? as I've seen the figures for other cars tire pressure and the fronts figures are always different from the rears.

You would see this mainly on track cars where individual tyre pressure's are essential for cornering, e.g. more psi in the back = more over steer, less on the front = more grip but more body roll and understeer..... its a fine line!

I usually run 35psi on my 18's and find that its a good balance between tyre wall stiffness and grip.

Hope this helps you....

and where did i state to pump 55psi into his skyline?!

i told him to check the pressure at the tag on the side of the door trim...

it should have the exact pressure and size of the tires....

I never said you did :(

I just didn't want him to be confused.

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