Camaro and Firebird: Tires General Information and Specs
This guide will cover the important information you need to know about your Camaro or Firebird's tires.
This article applies to the Camaro or Firebird (1990-2015).
Buying tires for your Camaro or Firebird is something you will have to go through. This guide will answer all the questions you may have about your tire sizes, specs, as well as taking care of your tires, and ensuring they live and perform to their maximum potential. Whether you need new tires or you want to educate yourself on how you can get the best out of your current tires, read on to learn the few important things you need to know about tires.
Tire Pressure
One of the most underrated pieces of maintenance is your tire pressure. The tire pressure can affect the life of your tires, as well as how your car handles. It is important to always keep it even, and to keep it correct. The recommended tire pressure for your Camaro or Firebird is 30 PSI. Having uneven tire pressure can cause your car to pull in one direction, as well as cause uneven wear, which can take a year or two off of the life of your tires. Keep a tire gauge handy, and check your tires' pressure every month or so, especially during the weather change.
Tire Wear
Your tires will wear, that's the reality of it, since you drive on them day and night; however, consistently inspecting your tires for different types of wears can end up saving you a lot of money. Things like misalignment, bad bushings, bad shocks, wheel balance, and a few other issues. Realizing uneven wear can allow you to fix the issue and save your tires. Make it a habit to visually inspect each tire monthly. Also, if you feel any difference in handling, pulling in one direction, or your steering wheel is shaking, inspect all the tires immediately.
Tire Size
Purchasing the right tire size is extremely important for your tires' health, and for your car's handling. Purchasing a tire that's too big can end up rubbing on your fender well, as well as affecting the comfort of your ride. There are two places you can go when you want to know the exact size of your tires: the first place is inside the driver's door jamb. There is a placard on the driver's door jamb with almost everything you need to know about your tires, from size to the recommended PSI. The second location is on the tire itself. Each tire would also have all the information you need to purchase new tires, or if you need information regarding the recommended PSI.
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