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I don't go by the door sticker. Used to, but not any more. That is the reco from the factory which will give you the 'nicest' ride but won't be the best thing for tire life. I run 35-37 psi in my wife's CR-V. It may be a little harsher than the sticker reco of 30 but it sure helps with the gas mileage and how the car handles. I run closer to 40 in my Accord with the 35 series 19" tires. It's not a 'soft' ride for sure but it does wonders for the handling and gas mileage both.
If you don't believe me on the gas mileage, just try pushing your car with the sticker reco psi in the tires, then pump them up to 35-40. It makes a world of difference that the engine feels too.
I was told that the reco of the highest pressure on the tire is what the mfg'r of the tire says is the pressure at which the tire is its strongest.
YMMV of course.
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Scott
'78 SC mit Sportomatic - Sold
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