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Old Jan 30, 2001 | 07:41 PM
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I was wondering what is the best air pressure to run in the F-1's for the best possible launch on the street? Does it help to run more air pressure in the front tires?

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Old Jan 30, 2001 | 07:45 PM
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I usally run mine at 15 psi when I go to the track. Some say its bad for them, but I launch pretty good.

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Old Jan 30, 2001 | 09:28 PM
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RTKILLA,

15psi on F1's or on M/T ET Streets (or drage race tire)?!

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Old Jan 30, 2001 | 10:51 PM
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I always found with the f1's around 28-30#'s worked the best for me! by keeping that pressure it seemed to put all of the tire to the ground. when i ran less pressure the tire seemed to cup in the center resulting in tire spin..just my .02 JL

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Old Jan 31, 2001 | 12:14 AM
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JL,

I have to agree with you. I've tried lowering the pressure and if anything it got worse. I think I ran a tick slower on the big end too.
About 28#'s is where I keep them.

I usually pump the fronts up to 35#'s when I go to the track. Less rolling resistance.

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Old Jan 31, 2001 | 02:53 AM
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I run 35 lbs up front. I figure the more air in 'em, the less rolling resistance - within limits.

I run 30 lbs at the rear. Same reason as JL said.

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Old Jan 31, 2001 | 02:52 PM
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I run my F1's at 15 psi and they work great. I have tried at 25, 30 and I like them better at 15. Mine hooked awsome with 15 psi. Somepeople say it hurts the tire but Mine don't last that long anyway. I really need to invest in a drag setup.

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Old Feb 1, 2001 | 03:39 PM
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Where can I get a good deal on F-1's???
 
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