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BenK
Aug 16, 2014Explorer
Agree & disagree with Fargo on the low PSI and slalom example, which is a VERY
good example
As long as you can dictate
like maneuver, I'll agree with Fargo...you will be fine with too low
a PSI
BUT...if you ever have to and most likely during an emergency situation,
then you are potentially going to lose the bead on the leading, outside
radius tire to wheel
That will then drop the leading edge of the vehicle down the tire's
aspect ratio height
Worse case on that is, that the wheel rim will strike the pavement
and dig in...
How likely is this scenario? Betcha most folks will NEVER experience
that...but also betcha that there are some that will...AKA that other guy...
All part of risk management decisions...AKA gambling that, that worst
day will NOT cross your path...just the other guy's issue...
Also...PSI is NOT just for weight carry, but to maintain the tire's
shape during maneuvers. More so in extreme & emergency situations
good example
As long as you can dictate
NOT
having to do a slalomlike maneuver, I'll agree with Fargo...you will be fine with too low
a PSI
BUT...if you ever have to and most likely during an emergency situation,
then you are potentially going to lose the bead on the leading, outside
radius tire to wheel
That will then drop the leading edge of the vehicle down the tire's
aspect ratio height
Worse case on that is, that the wheel rim will strike the pavement
and dig in...
How likely is this scenario? Betcha most folks will NEVER experience
that...but also betcha that there are some that will...AKA that other guy...
All part of risk management decisions...AKA gambling that, that worst
day will NOT cross your path...just the other guy's issue...
Also...PSI is NOT just for weight carry, but to maintain the tire's
shape during maneuvers. More so in extreme & emergency situations
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