The continuing saga of tire pressure...
My coach has been weighed and according to the tire manufacturer's PSI chart, I should be carrying 80 psi. But, when you (or I) have new tires installed, the tire company insists on pressuring up to t...
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DrewE wrote:Kayteg1 wrote:
Beside lower ride comfort, what is wrong with inflating the tire to max sidewall pressure?
When was the last time you have seen semi-truck drivers dropping the tire pressure after dropping off the load?
Overinflation causes reduced traction, which can mean compromised handling in an emergency situation.
Do you have a real test to confirm this theory?
Edit. Found test done by Edmunds.
actually improves handling because it provides more "bite"
