Polo GTI Tyre Pressures?

[VEEDUB69]

Thanks guys, I will put 40 up front & 38 rear then as that seems to have some consensus Not gonna blowout at 42 so probably no rush hey

[Timbo]

Why?

I wouldnt recommend less than 38psi on ANY normal car tyre. (including semislicks etc)

The Pog is pretty light. I'd agree with you for a heavier car, but you can overinflate tyres, and lessen both grip and ride quality. Most people get the 38+ message from advanced driving courses, and there's nothing wrong with that, it's just that the audience often comprises Falcadore owners, which need those sorts of pressures.

Also depends on tyre characteristics. High pressures can be quite counterproductive to grip on tyres with stiff sidewalls, but beneficial for soft sidewalls (and prevent damage)

Best to experiment and reach your own conclusions (and post them here )

Also a reminder to check your pressures again now the weather is cooler. You'll be quite surprised how much lower a tyre will be today (cold, at 15C ambient) relative to a month ago (cold, at 25C ambient)