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Old 03-11-2011, 11:36 AM   #22 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by PaleMelanesian View Post
Higher pressure will not wear the centers of the tires. Not since we started using steel belts. I've witnessed even wear with high pressure on three sets of my own tires.

Try adjusting the driver. It's worth a lot of mpg, especially in a 1996 Civic DX.
That is interesting. I have seen some that were badly worn in the center from over inflation. I guess it may depend upon the particular tire.

Yes, indeed, the operator can make a huge difference.

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