1st Generation Specific (1979-1985) 1979-1985 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections

air pressure for best miles per gal

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 6, 2006 | 12:42 AM
  #1  
notveryhappyjack's Avatar
Thread Starter
1 bar boost
Tenured Member 15 Years
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 2,753
Likes: 5
From: Seattle, Washington
air pressure for best miles per gal

tommorow I will be going 150 miles all express way miles and I wanted to know what would be the optimal tire pressure for best economy on the highway ?

I'm running bfgoodrich g-force kd 205/50/15 at 35psi right now and wanted to know if I could go higher for better highway results ?
What is the highest pressure I could run safely ?

thanks
Reply
Old Oct 6, 2006 | 01:03 AM
  #2  
trochoid's Avatar
Old Fart Young at Heart
Tenured Member 10 Years
iTrader: (6)
 
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 15,145
Likes: 8
From: St Joe MO
Stay with the recommended pressure for the tires. While increasing pressure may yield a mile or two per gallon, too much pressure will make for a harsher ride and wear the centers of the tread. 35 sounds about the best for overall wear and ride, unless the manufacturer says otherwise. Your right foot will make the biggest difference.
Reply
Old Oct 6, 2006 | 01:09 AM
  #3  
Cowboyfun's Avatar
SoCal STi Hitman
Tenured Member 05 Years
 
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 880
Likes: 0
From: In a paint booth
yeah, leave em be, 32-35 usually give you the best contact patch and least rolling resistance...if you are really wanting good gas mileage, rent a lil gas sipper for $19 a day.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Queppa
New Member RX-7 Technical
11
Nov 18, 2024 03:47 AM
trickster
2nd Generation Specific (1986-1992)
25
Jul 1, 2023 04:40 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 08:16 PM.