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12-30-2009, 03:01 AM

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where do the gains and losses start and stop with tire pressure?

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Posted By theholycow

That method is perfect for finding the "ideal"...

That method is perfect for finding the "ideal" pressure for best traction and treadwear. The OP was asking about the point of diminishing returns or the maximum return on extra inflation for fuel...

Forum: General Fuel Topics

12-14-2009, 01:31 PM

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where do the gains and losses start and stop with tire pressure?

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Posted By theholycow

The maximum PSI of a tire only puts an upper...

The maximum PSI of a tire only puts an upper limit on how high you should go. The rest is still done the same way - increase until you reach the max, detect irregular wear, detect adverse effect on...

Forum: General Fuel Topics

12-13-2009, 04:57 PM

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where do the gains and losses start and stop with tire pressure?

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Posted By theholycow

That's a great question. I haven't read anything...

That's a great question. I haven't read anything that would indicate it either way, nor can I decide based on what I do know.

Harder tread: Less traction= less friction; less tread squirm.
Softer...

Forum: General Fuel Topics

12-13-2009, 03:05 PM

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where do the gains and losses start and stop with tire pressure?

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Posted By theholycow

You may have to define "harder" better. Harder...

You may have to define "harder" better. Harder because its carcass is stiffer? Harder rubber compound in the tread and/or sidewall? Harder from being inflated more?

Forum: General Fuel Topics

12-13-2009, 01:10 PM

Replies: 21

where do the gains and losses start and stop with tire pressure?

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Posted By theholycow

The engineers aren't involved in specifying the...

The engineers aren't involved in specifying the tire pressure, except to calculate the minimum pressure that won't result in liability lawsuits. Your car specifies 30psi?

If your handling has...

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