Mark B 97 A4Q

Hey guys,
I am putting on a set of aftermarket wheels on Monday. My orginal tire size is 205/55-16 and the car calls for 32psi of pressure. I am upgrading to 235/45-17 ContiExtremeContacts. What should I inflate my new tires to?

Thanks in Advance,
Mark B

ex-quattro PETE

PSI should be same or close to 225/45/17 (see sticker below). Although my figures look higher than yours - 36PSI for 205/55/16:


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nospek3

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ex-quattro PETE

yeah, it's like

"The three of you wait outside, while I bust out my air pump and add a few PSI here and there!"

I think it's just general recommendation. If more often than not you're finding yourself carrying larger loads, you should just keep more air in your tires.

Besides, it can be tweaked +/- a few PSI for handling or comfort. Gotta experiment I guess.

RoyalO

I keep at 38. Some use 36 front 38 rear

Boba Fett

38psi w/ my 225/40-18