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Rjscharer 05-23-2015 04:07 PM

Psi
 
I have a new Backdraft with 18" Falkins. The manual indicates a front
PSI of 28,with the rears being 29. A friend with an older car went for a ride
with me today and drove it for a bit. He though the recommended settings
were too high and suggested I lower it 3lbs all around. The car has a Coyote
motor. Would you stick to the suggested settings or lower them for a smoother
ride? Thanks.

PHMCobra 05-23-2015 05:21 PM

I have a new Backdraft Cobra (#1360) also and just completed my 500 mile servicing by a certified automotive technician as specified in the Backdraft Warranty. The technician has over 25 years experience with Cobras from most manufacturers with many years of Backdraft build and operating experience. I also have 18-inch Falkans on the front (245/40R18) and rear (295/40R18) on my Cobra. The technician set my front tires at 26 psi and my rear tires at 25 psi. The vehicle runs great, but I am strictly a street driver with a light foot.

Rjscharer 05-23-2015 07:07 PM

Thanks for the info. My car is number 1368. I will go with what you suggest,
since mine is also only for the road.

Late Apex 05-24-2015 05:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PHMCobra (Post 1349675)
I have a new Backdraft Cobra (#1360) also and just completed my 500 mile servicing by a certified automotive technician as specified in the Backdraft Warranty. The technician has over 25 years experience with Cobras from most manufacturers with many years of Backdraft build and operating experience. I also have 18-inch Falkans on the front (245/40R18) and rear (295/40R18) on my Cobra. The technician set my front tires at 26 psi and my rear tires at 25 psi. The vehicle runs great, but I am strictly a street driver with a light foot.

Really good info here as I will finally be picking up my new car next week. I posted the same question recently on here and got some more good info from owners. I am all over tire pressures but have never had a light weight car to compare with.

Grey 65 05-24-2015 07:44 AM

Falken PSI for street should be around 25psi at all four corners.
Falken PSI for autocross should be around 22PSI front and 20PSI rear. (YMMV)

Kevin...

turbofanman731 05-24-2015 08:13 AM

I watched the dyno run last weekend and that thing really runs. It's amazing how much different the newer BDR's are from the "older". As far as tire pressure goes the rule of thumb, has always been 1 psi for every 100 lbs of weight. Most tires will heat up a few lbs and give you a good ride and good tire wear. Get too much pressure and the tires will wear out the middle so fast you won't believe it. Especially with all that HP.


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