1. Welcome to Tundras.com!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tundra discussion topics
    • Transfer over your build thread from a different forum to this one
    • Communicate privately with other Tundra owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site

Tire pressure for Gas mileage

Discussion in 'Wheels & Tires' started by Brandenmontoya10, Mar 27, 2016.

  1. Mar 27, 2016 at 6:33 PM
    #1
    Brandenmontoya10

    Brandenmontoya10 [OP] HE > I

    Joined:
    Mar 23, 2016
    Member:
    #2986
    Messages:
    41
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Branden
    Vehicle:
    2011 Tundra Charcoal Grey
    What's up fellas. I've been getting a lot of different opinions on tire pressure for my LT285 70r18 toyo Mt's on my 2011 tundra with a 6" lift and added leafs in the back.

    I'm going for quality protection of my tire and best gas Milage. I drive 60% street and 40% HWY. thanks for the feedback and GOD BLESS!
     
  2. Mar 27, 2016 at 7:04 PM
    #2
    Virgils12

    Virgils12 New Member

    Joined:
    Dec 21, 2014
    Member:
    #816
    Messages:
    971
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2012
    Camburg Fox factory 2.5" lift Xd monsters with 295/70/18 nitto terra graplerrs Corsa cat back Weather tech liners Wet okole covers
    I would say 35-40 psi. That's what I run in my 35's.
     
  3. Mar 27, 2016 at 7:28 PM
    #3
    Virgils12

    Virgils12 New Member

    Joined:
    Dec 21, 2014
    Member:
    #816
    Messages:
    971
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2012
    Camburg Fox factory 2.5" lift Xd monsters with 295/70/18 nitto terra graplerrs Corsa cat back Weather tech liners Wet okole covers
    But I could care less what my mpg is. I'm sure it's not good with they way I drive and the 35's. Looks bad ass tho.
     
    zcarpenter92 likes this.
  4. Mar 27, 2016 at 7:38 PM
    #4
    Brandenmontoya10

    Brandenmontoya10 [OP] HE > I

    Joined:
    Mar 23, 2016
    Member:
    #2986
    Messages:
    41
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Branden
    Vehicle:
    2011 Tundra Charcoal Grey
    Well said lol They're a good look
     
  5. Mar 27, 2016 at 9:08 PM
    #5
    csuviper

    csuviper Moderator Staff Member

    Joined:
    Jan 6, 2014
    Member:
    #38
    Messages:
    17,261
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Brian
    Broomfield, CO
    Vehicle:
    2019 TRD Sport CM 5.7L 4X4
    Some Mods :) See build thread for details
    The best tire pressure is the best tire pressure to keep your tires running true. Use the chalk test to determine the tire pressure.
     
  6. Mar 27, 2016 at 9:09 PM
    #6
    csuviper

    csuviper Moderator Staff Member

    Joined:
    Jan 6, 2014
    Member:
    #38
    Messages:
    17,261
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Brian
    Broomfield, CO
    Vehicle:
    2019 TRD Sport CM 5.7L 4X4
    Some Mods :) See build thread for details
  7. Mar 28, 2016 at 6:28 AM
    #7
    Jack Burton

    Jack Burton New Member

    Joined:
    Jan 7, 2014
    Member:
    #49
    Messages:
    452
    Gender:
    Male
    Little China
    Vehicle:
    2013 DC 5.7L TRD/OR
    Tires, Diamondback HD Tonneau w/ ATV Carrier
    I used to run 36 psi on my Toyo MTs and averaged 14.4 mpg. Last year I bumped them up to 40 psi and my fuel economy jumped to 15.2 mpg and I've had no noticeable tire wear difference. I'm running 33's on stock TRD/OR suspension.
     
  8. Mar 28, 2016 at 8:11 AM
    #8
    T-Rex266

    T-Rex266 Owner, CTO and executive chairman of X Staff Member

    Joined:
    Jan 5, 2014
    Member:
    #6
    Messages:
    161,192
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Elon
    Meh, when you run larger tires, lift, etc MPG is pretty much out of the equation. I would focus on ride stability as well with tire pressure.
     
    Brandenmontoya10[OP] likes this.
  9. Mar 28, 2016 at 6:21 PM
    #9
    Brandenmontoya10

    Brandenmontoya10 [OP] HE > I

    Joined:
    Mar 23, 2016
    Member:
    #2986
    Messages:
    41
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Branden
    Vehicle:
    2011 Tundra Charcoal Grey
  10. Mar 28, 2016 at 6:22 PM
    #10
    Brandenmontoya10

    Brandenmontoya10 [OP] HE > I

    Joined:
    Mar 23, 2016
    Member:
    #2986
    Messages:
    41
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Branden
    Vehicle:
    2011 Tundra Charcoal Grey
    So I did the chalk test method, I have never done it before. How are these results looking to you? I drove forward about 15' and then reversed about 15'

    image.jpg
     
  11. Mar 28, 2016 at 6:23 PM
    #11
    Brandenmontoya10

    Brandenmontoya10 [OP] HE > I

    Joined:
    Mar 23, 2016
    Member:
    #2986
    Messages:
    41
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Branden
    Vehicle:
    2011 Tundra Charcoal Grey
  12. Mar 28, 2016 at 6:24 PM
    #12
    Brandenmontoya10

    Brandenmontoya10 [OP] HE > I

    Joined:
    Mar 23, 2016
    Member:
    #2986
    Messages:
    41
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Branden
    Vehicle:
    2011 Tundra Charcoal Grey

    Agreed. I am more focused on protecting my tires and truck now
     
    T-Rex266[QUOTED] likes this.

Products Discussed in

To Top