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Old 11-08-2007, 09:19 AM
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I have a 98 ss and I run around 35 psi on the gauge is this the normal reading? I just want to make sure I don't have any issues.
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Old 11-08-2007, 09:44 AM
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Is that 35psi after the car heats up to operating temp?

Does the pressure go up with the RPM's?

If so, then you are fine.
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Yeah after it is warmed up. And yes it goes up with rpms. Thanks Kid
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Yea then you are fine

No problem man.
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I have a98,and mine is at 35psi when warmed up too.Doest not get quiet that low now that its getting colder,but in the summer mine would drop to 35psi after warmed up.Bottom line your fine.I would not worry
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