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Old 09-25-2010, 10:18 AM   #5 (permalink)
sarguy01
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Originally Posted by euromodder View Post

I'd go for a lighter tyre with higher sidewall pressure.
If you can go narrower while keeping the original overall diameter, that'll normally also reduce weight.
There are tires that are lighter and higher sidewall pressured in LRR available.

Narrower LRR tires that have a higher sidewall pressure and are lighter are also available. The only problem is the diameter decreases slightly. There are no tires that are skinny as tall as I need them to be.

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4) Check your rim width and see if you can go with a 215 or 225 wide tire. If you can then do they make LRR in 215/70 or 225/70 that might work.
Tirerack.com does not show a LRR in either of those sizes. I am going to look in other places.

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your % load has more things in it than just the TPS. That has a very direct effect, but RPMs make a significant difference. I am guessing that is what you mean by all the numbers with no values or corresponding assigned descriptor. If you want to have a lower load, OR HIGHER, you need to change more than just your TP or RPM's as the torque curve of the engine plays a major role in the %load you will need to use at different speeds.
I am still perfecting my driving. I am going to switch over to % Load and see if it helps.

I am going to actively pursue new tires after this weekend.
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