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Old 07-25-2008, 08:08 AM
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If i'm running 285 40 17 kuhmo ecsta asx's at 18 psi on the rear wheels, what is the highest speed that is safe to go?
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Old 07-25-2008, 09:39 AM
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I wouldn't go very fast on any tire at 18 PSI, unless it's a drag tire. Why so low an air pressure??
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cause i found that i get amazing traction, but i cant afford to replace the tires with something that grips bette rright now
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Old 07-25-2008, 10:51 AM
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with those tires at 18 psi you car is gonna end up looking like the one in your avatar fairly soon
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Originally Posted by Tally TransAm
with those tires at 18 psi you car is gonna end up looking like the one in your avatar fairly soon

I was thinking the same thing, but was too polite to say it!!
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Old 07-25-2008, 10:19 PM
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its all good, i'd prefer honesty, thanks for the respnse
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I run my Nitto DR's at 23-25psi on the street but 18psi in a street tire at 120+mph is getting scary.
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Originally Posted by leadfoot4
I was thinking the same thing, but was too polite to say it!!
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Please put some air in those tires. I don't want you next to me on I-85 or I-26. Thank you!
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