jbrainey

"RSCamaro" <rscamero@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:40a8937d.378075812@news.verizon.net...
> On Mon, 17 May 2004 11:02:18 +0200, Bram Stolk <bram@nospam.sara.nl>
> wrote:
>
> >Hi there,
> >
> >I have a 2nd gen camaro, and no owners manual (I know I should get one
off
> >ebay).
> >
> >In the meantime, can some one tell me the recommended tyre pressure for
> >a 2nd gen (75) camaro, which is used on highways with 75mph ?
> >
> >Also, can tyre pressure be checked with warm tyres?
> >
> >Thanks,
> >
> > Bram
>
> Use the tire manufactures tire inflation recommendations. They are
> moulded right into the side of the tire.
>
> It can be checked with the tires warm but the tire makers usually put
> the check tires cold to allow for expansion when the tires do become
> warm. I think that for every 10º f. you should expect 1 psi rise in
> pressure.
>
> ...Ron
> --
> 68' Camaro RS
> 88' Firebird Formula
> 00' Mustang GT Vert

The number molded into the sidewall of the tire is the MAXIMUM pressure
allowed for the tire itself and NOT the pressure recommended for the car its
on. If you run the max pressure all the time you will get a hard ride and
most likely wear out the middle of your tire/tread. The maximum pressure
would only be used for a car with a full load like 4 passengers and luggage.
Use the pressures recommended on the sticker in the drivers side door
jam.You can adjust the pressure up or down to compensate for your driving
habits. I would start with 30# and adjust from there.