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Old 06-10-2006, 09:26 PM
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Arrow Re: Front / rear weight distribution

Hehe, I just sold an Insight to buy the TCH. At insightcentral.net, they have extensively studied and tested the benefits, drawbacks, and hazards of higher tire pressures. I believe there are a lot of unsupported myths about running 40+ PSI tire pressures, and I've been happy with the results both in the Insight and the Camry. Not convinced that the mileage rewards are significant in the Camry... a brief test on the first night I had the car showed a small gain... but the ride comfort and performance have not suffered with the few extra PSIs. Insight owners found better wear and handling characteristics with higher PSIs, and no increased risk of tire failure such as blowouts. Therefore, I'd rather give it a good test, and if it serves to help us all learn or confirm something, then it will be worthwhile.

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