Airing down?
Based on my Compressor Recommendation thread, I now have a nice ViAir 450P compressor to air back up. So now it's time to start thinking about airing down. I'm use to airing down my jeep to 15psi w...
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Steve_in_29 wrote:JacintoKid wrote:
Not to hijack the thread but, do most of you guys air down on rocky mountain trails? I've done a few passes over the years but nothing too technical and always in a stock 4x4 suv. Just curious as we may take the 4runner along with us this summer.
I always lower pressure when on rough or rocky trails to allow for a smoother ride as well as better traction. The amount I let out again depends on the terrain and what I am driving.
No need to have wildly spinning tires to make it over an obstacle when simply lowering tire pressure would get you there without the drama (and possible snapped axle or u-joint).
You will be surprised how much more capable your stock SUV can be after simply airing down the tires.
Thanks. That's what I was looking for. Just wanted to make sure I wouldn't lose any traction. Brad
