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Old 06-13-2011, 03:59 PM   #109 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by euromodder View Post
There definitely is a point where you need to stop inflating the tyres further.
I'm not going to run my rears @ 60psi, it'd be downright dangerous.

Hence, you can't make a generalized claim of running tyres 10psi over their rated pressure without knowing the car and the tyres.
I agree. I think that point is either at 90% of the potential mileage gain, or the maximum sidewall rating. Going over that is minimal FE gains and reduced margin of safety.
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