tire pressure for 57 t-bird bias tires

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tire pressure for 57 t-bird bias tires

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57 bird tire pressure??
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Re: tire pressure for 57 t-bird bias tires

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Per the decal on the glove box door, 22psi front & rear. I have radials so a minimum of 32psi front & rear up to 35psi. They are a little stiff at that but helps prevent skirt rub as they flex more than bias ply tires.
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Re: tire pressure for 57 t-bird bias tires

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I agree with the factory recommended bias ply tire pressure as a starting point. Those tires are pretty stiff.

You might experiment a little and try adding a few psi to the front or rear or both. I definitely would not go below 22 and would be cautious about going much more than 26. The ride will get pretty rough and the handling will not be as good.
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Re: tire pressure for 57 t-bird bias tires

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the bias look radials from American Classic are a very good upgrade, much safer.
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