Originally posted by F111D F:
Most of time my driving is local, 205-60/15 I usually run 35-36 in frt and 32 rear. ....
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For my 500 mile trips, two passengers and stuffed with goodies for the grandson 33-34 frt. and 34 rear.
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... I tried the factory settings? Still don't understand only 31 on a frt wheel drive. Doesn't do much the ride or the outer edges.
Paul




Hard to argue with your detailed empirical/a$$ometer observations but Firestone suggests following vehicle mfr's recommendations and explains reason for front/rear differential pressure. Not sure why the Contour didn't make the list along with Porsche, Corvette and BMW.

tire inflation pressure


98 Mystique LS v6 atx 163,000km 97 Contour LX v6 atx 163,000km