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Old Dec 8, 2002 | 03:05 PM
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I remember someone posting that if you lowered your tire pressure when storing your car it could help avoid flat spots. Does anyone remember what pressure works?
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Old Dec 8, 2002 | 04:50 PM
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You're supposed to inflate to full recommended tire pressure to avoid flat spots :cheers:
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Old Dec 8, 2002 | 06:11 PM
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Agreed, lower the pressure and you will increase the chances of flat spots. Place your car on blocks to get the wheels off the ground to avoid flat spots entirely. :cool:
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Old Dec 8, 2002 | 06:23 PM
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I store at 35 psi; normally use 32 on the road. After five months of winter hibernation they read about 28 with no flat spots.
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Old Dec 8, 2002 | 11:07 PM
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Thanks :chevy
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