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Originally Posted by Third Degree
Ok, If over inflation causes problems, then what do I inflate my tires when I first start out? I am rated at 80 lbs and I have been inflating to 80 lbs when I start out. Now, I know as I travel down the highway the tires are going to heat up and the inflation is going to increase. Do I pull over every so often and release air pressure back to 80 lbs? Or, just start out at 80 lbs and everything will be fine?
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The inflation noted on the sidewall for max load on a given tire, accounts for the fact that the pressure will go up as the tire is rolling and heats up. Cold inflation means just that, the inflation before the tire hits the road. Chris