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      07-23-2013, 02:59 PM   #23
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OP, I would not recommend going much lower than your current pressure settings. As far as tire brand/models, Hankook Ventus V12s and Continetnal DWes are known for being pretty comfy in comparison.
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Thanks everyone for the info!

I think a number of people have been assuming much more drastic drops in pressure than I was considering... It's not like I'm dropping to the 20s.

Anyway, sounds like 30/34 or so instead of 32/38 will be just fine, and keep reasonable protection against bubbles/potholes and add comfort without dramatically giving up anything except a little fuel mileage. (This matches with my experience as well...)
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Wouldn't this compromise gas mileage, though? I'd care more about that. Despite my love for spirited driving, I've found myself doing everything I can to get that extra tenth of a mile lately.
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Lower tire pressure to run on roads with potholes. Let's think about that for a second ...
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