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Long-Term Storage; Anything I should know?

Started by johnster, August 13, 2008, 06:56:27 AM

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Howie

Quote from: uclabiker06 on August 13, 2008, 11:52:43 PM
Well, I heard your supposed to deflate them.

Some believe in deflating to half pressure if the tires are off the ground.  I think you will find differing opinions on this.


uclabiker06

Well I don't think they will necessarily dry rot.  But they definitely wont be track worthy; so I see your point.

QuoteSome believe in deflating to half pressure if the tires are off the ground.  I think you will find differing opinions on this.

I think when you say inflate them to max you mean only if they are on the ground in order to prevent a flat spot.  But ideally they should not be on the ground and the should be deflated to half pressure if they are not on the ground.
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Howie

Yes, when on the ground.  I neither agree or disagree with deflating to half pressure when elevated.  IMO, I doubt it matters.