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Old Oct 26, 2011 | 10:10 AM
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Should you air down everytime you go out. I have never done it before but see that almost everyone does. I know what the benefits are but am wondering if you should always do it. Should you air down when offroading in snow? What do you air down to. How far can you drive on the pavement before airing back up? Thanks for any help.
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Old Oct 26, 2011 | 11:10 AM
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If you know the trail and do not need the extra bite I say do not air down. Last run I did on wentworth springs (rubicon trail segment) I only did a sway bar disconnect and had no issues. Staying aired up gives you another inch or more clearance as well. If you spend a lot of time spinning, air down.
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Old Oct 26, 2011 | 11:18 AM
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You will find when you air down the trail is alot less bouncy or jarring. I find it to be a must for traction and a more enjoyable ride
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Old Oct 26, 2011 | 10:18 PM
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Originally Posted by ludski
depending how far you air down depends on how far you can drive before airing back up.
if you go down to 7psi. you can drive on road. but dont wanna go fast.
if you go down to like 15psi same concept as 7psi.
anything above that, you should be fine just as long not HIGHSPEED driving for hours on end.
This 7psi or 15psi is it for all tire sizes? Or does it vary? I have stock rubicon tires and rims. Sorry to hijack I'm new to offroading with a jeep.

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Old Oct 27, 2011 | 06:16 PM
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I air down to 10's lb and have had no problems. Myself I wouldnt go any lower without beadlock rims.
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Old Oct 28, 2011 | 08:51 AM
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I use 28psi on road, and 14psi when off road. This is a good thing for 35'' tire, all depends on your tire size and your jeep weight.
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Old Oct 28, 2011 | 09:15 AM
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I drop down to 10 or 8 on my 37's and air back up to 32 for everyday driving.
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Old Oct 28, 2011 | 09:19 AM
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what about 33's ?
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Old Oct 28, 2011 | 12:33 PM
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I normally air my 35x12.50x17 KM2's down to 14-16 psi and crawl all day with no issues. For my DD usage, I run them at 28 psi...
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Old Oct 28, 2011 | 12:35 PM
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Originally Posted by STINKBAIT
what about 33's ?
You can find it in this link...

https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/show...ery-Newbie-Has
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