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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 07:09 PM
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I have 265/40/17's front and 275/40/17's rear on 9.5" wheels... What is the best air pressure for these? I want the tires to last ... But also want it to ride and drive well !!
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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 07:18 PM
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I run 30-32 in mine, on stock SS wheels (275/40/17). Did you put those "old school" emblems on?
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Thanks I really needed a starting place for the tire pressure.
Yes I put the Z/28 old school emblems on my self... Damn I wish there was one that would fit the rear of the car!!!! If Ya need info on the install just let me know... Is not hard to do at all!!!!
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Old Mar 12, 2006 | 09:31 PM
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I'm the guy you got them from! Glad you like 'em!
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I run 32-35 on my tires
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Here they are..
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Old Mar 13, 2006 | 07:43 AM
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Man, does that dude look different from the last time I saw it! I knew you had some plans, but DAMN it looks good!
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34 PSI cold should be fine.
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