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Old Sep 22, 2009 | 10:27 AM
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Finally got my 74 coupe on the road, and was wondering what tire pressure you guys recomend. My door sticker says 20 psi cold. That seems awfully low to me. I've been running 30 psi. Tires are 225/70r15 Eagle st's. Yes, I know they are old but they look brand new, but will be replacing them soon. Thanks, Kelly
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Old Sep 22, 2009 | 12:16 PM
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I have 225/70R15 and 25 psi seems to work well. Seems to cushion the potholes a little better.
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Old Sep 22, 2009 | 12:39 PM
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Thanks, I'll try that. I noticed last night I was driving on the highway and it seemed alittle rough. The only way I can describe it is in nascar terms, It felt like it was up on the road, not in the road. If that makes sense. Lower psi might help. Thanks, Kelly
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Old Sep 22, 2009 | 02:50 PM
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I run 30psi in mine BFG Radial T/A's.
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