Hey guys, I was wondering wat is the best psi to run for a 09 Fit Sports. Right now I have the oem tires which is 185-55-16 I believe.. Also I am currently running oem spec psi which is 33psi all around. But I'm wondering if there is a difference in running different psi. I'm looking for more responsive handling. Thx guys

 

I believe that there was a thread (if not more than 1) that talked about varying tire pressure and what you get out of it. I don't remember the specifics so unfortunately I can't help you much there, but the search function should be helpful and you might find your answer before someone replies with something more helpful!

 

Ok, I tried looking for it and I can't find any thats for the 2009 Honda Fit.... And the search option is clueless as to show me everything thats not related to my question... All I found was for a 2008 honda fit psi fuel economy and that wasn't my question.... So I will ask again. Plz help guys.

 

Best for what? MPG? Handling? Tire wear? Comfort? etc, etc... j/k I guess the question varies.


I do remember reading a few previous threads regarding PSI and some have theirs in the 40's, while others just stick with the factory recommended 33psi. If I'm not mistaken some one had mentioned 37psi in the front and 35psi in the rear would be a good median between handling, and mpg.... Some even mentioned that a slightly higher(than recommended) psi would make handling better because of the stiffer sidewalls. This is as far as I remember, and I could be mistaken...



Doing a PSI search would yield numerous threads, so to find the right one(s) where that info was posted could be kind of difficult. I was actually looking for that thread as well, since my Fit is arriving next week.


hope this helps until we find that thread.

 

There are MANY such threads- just look down the list of thread titles in the Eco Fit and Fit Shoes forums. Whatever you find won't be of much help, because every imaginable opinion is posted. You will still have to make your own choice based on trial & error from wheel weight, tire brand/model, driving style, load conditions, weather/ambient temps., and whether your aim is fuel economy or handling.

 

Thx Fitstir, I think I would try 40 psi for handling. Hopefully no uneven tire wear.

Thx manxman I will try those thread titles.

 

IMO I think 40 might be a little high, usually it's lower psi for better handling. I definitely agree with manxman, and suggest trial and error. I think I will be trying 37 in the front, and 35 in the rear, and see what happens from there, adjust the psi +/- 1 at a time and see how it feels. I also agree that there are numerous opinions on this matter. So it really depends.


If you find the thread please post the link.

 

im giving mine about 35-36 at the moment.

 

For those doing their own research on best tire pressures, autosportcatalog.com sells a filler gauge/hose assembly that connects to two tires at once. You can fill and balance the pressure between the front and back wheels at the same time. Not cheap, but very good quality and accuracy. $50-60, occasionally on sale for a little less. I love mine.

http://www.autosportcatalog.com/inde...id=4360&cid=90

 

I have the same one from autosport. It's awesome because I can just fill up with air without taking thing off.


Oh shoot its lower psi for better handling? Where did I get higher psi lol srry. Thx for the correction. Now my tires are starting to show some bulge on the bottom when my tire contacts the pavement. Is that normal? But then I notice when I filled it up to 40 psi, the buldge isn't there that much?

 

i bought this last week. hated going to the gas station to pump my tires.

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i'm at 40psi cold. at 40 psi the ride feels nice and i get approx 35+mpg. at 40psi the front tires look low on air.

as the others have said this topic has been widely discussed in other threads.