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Old Jun 7, 2003 | 05:16 PM
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tire pressure

i have a 99 z28 conv, but i have 17" rims with 245 tires.
was wondering what tire pressure should i use ?
rear and front ?

thanks in advance,
Shay
Old Jun 7, 2003 | 06:07 PM
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Depends on the tire..

Check the sidewall and see what it says
Old Jun 9, 2003 | 05:21 AM
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i have 245/16/z-rated at 32 psi front/rear
Old Jun 9, 2003 | 05:54 AM
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sidewall ?

is that on the door ? the tires aren't stock tires, i installed 17" rims and new tires (the Z comes with 16")
thanks
Old Jun 9, 2003 | 06:45 AM
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Re: sidewall ?

Originally posted by ShayTal
is that on the door ? the tires aren't stock tires, i installed 17" rims and new tires (the Z comes with 16")
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the side wall of the tire
Old Jun 9, 2003 | 03:37 PM
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The psi for a cold tire is generally 30psi for a passenger car. That's how it is on the Vettes, the Camaros, the Cadillacs, etc. But just to be safe, make sure you're within the range listed on the side of the tire.
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