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Old 07-30-2005, 01:24 PM
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How LOW is low for drag racing.

Say on street tires: 205/40/R17

i have them all at 35psi for daily driving, how much lower can/should I go when I drag? 30psi?
Old 07-30-2005, 03:51 PM
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It might depend on which tire you use.

I usually lower mine to 23-27psi when I drag race.
Old 07-30-2005, 04:26 PM
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I'm on NanKangs...

Just wanted too knwo what psi was TOO LOW. Thanks OP, I'll try that next time at the track. Maybe start at 30 and go down a psi each run.
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that's the best way, just give each one a try.
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23 PSI? Wow that's low
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That's strictly for racing through.




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