We have put together information to give
you some top tips to Increase performance and extend the life of your
tire. All of these tips apply to
knowledge you should have when you are ready to measure and adjust your
alignment.
- Measure
and Adjust pressure In The Morning. Set according to OEM’s cold tire pressure(s) listed on the
vehicle's tire label. This must be done early, before the sun’s warmth can take
affect.
Inconsistencies:
- Tire Heat Generated While Being Driven (or at speeds of less than 45 mph).* - Set 4 psi above vehicle
manufacturer's cold inflation recommendations.
- Heat
Generated While Being Driven Extensively (or at sustained speeds
greater than 45 mph).* Set
6 psi above vehicle manufacturer's cold inflation recommendations.
Do Not Release Hot Tire Pressure if any of the variables above could be the cause of tire
pressure exceeding the maximum psi branded on the tire's sidewall by the 2, 4
or 6 psi indicated above for the various conditions. This temporary pressure
increase is expected and designed into the tire's capabilities.
- Indoor-to-outdoor
Temperature Variation. Significant differences
between the conditions tire pressures are set (the warmth of an attached
garage, heated garage or service shop) and in which the vehicle will be driven
(winter's subfreezing temperatures) requires inflating tires 1 psi higher than
recommended on the placard for every 10° F difference in temperature between
interior and exterior temperatures.
- Afternoon
Ambient Temperature Increase.* Set 2 psi above vehicle
manufacturer's cold inflation recommendations when installing new tires or if
the vehicle has been parked in the shade for a few hours.
*NOTE:
Tires on a parked vehicle exposed to direct sunlight will appear overinflated
due to the heat absorbed from the radiant energy of the sun. Pressures cannot
be accurately set on these tires until all have stabilized in the shade.
Your
alignment setting and measurements are an important part of increasing your car’s
life and improving driving performance.
We encourage everyone to use their QuickTrick™ Alignment Products to
stay consistent, but no alignment can be all it should be without the correct
tire pressure! Any NASCAR or Weekend
Racer can testify to the importance of both!
Pssst.. Don’t
forget Valentine’s Day is coming and if you want to watch Daytona in peace, you
better make it good!
Have a great
week!
Mr.
QuickTrick™
