Tire Pressure?

ShoremNJ · 11-11-2008, 07:52 PM

I have a C300 4 Matic with staggered wheels and my door sticker recommends 32psi front, 36psi rear. Now my question is does more pressure equal better cornering? The max pressure on the sidewall is 51psi. Any ideas and what do you run your tire at?

C300Sport · 11-11-2008, 09:29 PM

I generally run 1 or 2 psi over recommended. It gives a good solid ride and improved fuel economy.

Pit-Pony · 11-12-2008, 12:18 AM

In Canada with staggered 17 AMG wheels and Continentals, the door sticker states 30 F & 36 R.

Why would they differ from the US spec car?

I use 1 or 2 psi above recommended and check weekly.

Carsy · 11-12-2008, 12:36 AM

On our corrigated & potholed roads I run the recommended pressure for ride comfort & to help protect the suspension & alloy rims.
High speed highway on a trip with suitcases & Labrador ,I run +5 psi. for increased economy , sharper handling & cooler tyre temps.

ShoremNJ · 11-12-2008, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pit-Pony

In Canada with staggered 17 AMG wheels and Continentals, the door sticker states 30 F & 36 R.

Why would they differ from the US spec car?

I use 1 or 2 psi above recommended and check weekly.

Forgot to mention I have the Michelin tires on my car.

bigigg · 11-12-2008, 09:59 AM

put 34/35 all they way around..

Carsy · 11-12-2008, 08:38 PM

A good site explaining tyre pressures & tyre wear :-
http://www.hankooktyre.net.au/Serv/I...m=3&ChildNum=3

11-11-2008, 07:52 PM	#1
ShoremNJ Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: NJ Posts: 237	Tire Pressure? I have a C300 4 Matic with staggered wheels and my door sticker recommends 32psi front, 36psi rear. Now my question is does more pressure equal better cornering? The max pressure on the sidewall is 51psi. Any ideas and what do you run your tire at? __________________ C 300 Sport '08, 4Matic, black/black, Ipod Kit, & 7 speed Auto.

11-12-2008, 12:18 AM	#3
Pit-Pony Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Canada Posts: 188	In Canada with staggered 17 AMG wheels and Continentals, the door sticker states 30 F & 36 R. Why would they differ from the US spec car? I use 1 or 2 psi above recommended and check weekly. __________________ 2009 C300 4Matic Black on Black And I love my 2007 C6 Corvette Coupe Red on Black

11-12-2008, 09:59 AM	#6
bigigg Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: bergen co,NJ Posts: 77	put 34/35 all they way around.. __________________ black c300, 20" tsw chrome wheels, painted calipers black, trunk spoiler, roof spoiler,smoked tail lights-side veiw blinkers-side markers, black grille , tints, chrome door pillars, HID headlights, black tail light trim,painted difuser black-also side view mirrors and mesh screen on front ground effect,debagged,wood dash kit,k&n filters, x-pipe! ... waiting for coil overs

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11-11-2008, 09:29 PM	#2
C300Sport Super Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 550	I generally run 1 or 2 psi over recommended. It gives a good solid ride and improved fuel economy.

11-12-2008, 12:36 AM	#4
Carsy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: 4 hours drive north of Sydney Australia Posts: 258	On our corrigated & potholed roads I run the recommended pressure for ride comfort & to help protect the suspension & alloy rims. High speed highway on a trip with suitcases & Labrador ,I run +5 psi. for increased economy , sharper handling & cooler tyre temps.

11-12-2008, 08:38 PM	#7
Carsy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: 4 hours drive north of Sydney Australia Posts: 258	A good site explaining tyre pressures & tyre wear :- http://www.hankooktyre.net.au/Serv/I...m=3&ChildNum=3