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Old 06-16-2012, 03:29 PM   #3 (permalink)
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• increasing tire diameter is same as lowering final drive (axle) ratio = lower engine RPMs for given speed.
• increasing PSI trades ride comfort for less tire resistance = better MPG.
• increased tire LOAD rating typically increases tire weight = not good for MPG.
• LRR is overall tire "rolling resistance" = better MPG, but typically at slight expense of handling and wet road control.
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