GS - 2nd Gen (1998-2005) Discussion about the second generation GS300, GS400 and GS430 (1998 - 2005)

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Old 10-05-10, 06:45 PM
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i've seen linglong sidwalls fail even without stretching.

as for your rear, maybe it was low on psi. i would try a different installer. when it comes to stretched tires, the person putting on your tires is more important than the tire itself.

wouldn't hurt to check your alignment at this point as well.
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How is your car lowered? Is it just coils? Do you have RCA's? And when was your last alignment?
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Originally Posted by 5t341th
those look like dunlops? try running 40psi. i keep that much in all my tires so my stretch stays put.
215/35 on 9
235/35 on 10.5
40psi keeps it nice
That seems really high, I know almost nobody here follows the lexus recommended 32

I usually run 35-36 in the front, 35 in the rear and adjust pressures to help even tire wear. I autocross at 40 psi and that seems way too high for daily driving
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Low PSI in stretched tires will cause the sidewalls to heat up and separate. Try using 40+ psi next time. I've been daily driving on stretched tires for years with more stretch than that and I've never had a blowout. Just gotta take the necessary precautions.
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Stretch tires usually means a lower load rated tire on a larger car.... higher PSI = more weight it could carry before anything happens. something like that
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