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Old 05-04-2010, 02:02 PM   #141 (permalink)
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It's also a truck tire which is not applicable here.

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You guys are aguing about whether or not overinflation increases or decreases traction when the quality of the tire in the first place is going to have more of an effect.
Good point.

Another point is that higher inflation pressures (up to max sidewall) increase the life of the tire so even if your centres wear out a bit faster (and I seriously doubt the would) you should still be ahead of the game. If in doubt, buy a good tread depth gauge and keep an eye on them.

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