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Tires
It's a very common question -- what is the speed rating on my tires? And of course, what does that mean? The practice of branding a speed rating on tires began in Germany, where some highways don't have speed limits, as a way to ensure the speed capability of the tires were matched with the top...
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Parts & Accessories |
Wheels
For security reasons, all replacement keys for wheel locks must be purchased directly from the manufacturer. You will need the wheel lock key registration number located on the label originally sent with your wheel locks (example shown below) when ordering replacement keys.
Contact Gorilla...
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Parts & Accessories
Hawk brake pads are formulated using different compounds based on their intended use. Their street performance pads, with selections in our Premium, Performance Street and Autocross/Track brake performance categories, are best compared by reviewing their friction levels and temperature ratings...
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Installation |
Wheels
Stud Clips
Many American built cars and trucks have small retention clips mounted at the base of the studs. These stud clips were designed to secure the brake rotor or brake drum to the hub as the vehicle was moving down the assembly line in the factory. Once the brake calipers and pads are...
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Tires
The Bridgestone Winter Driving School, located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, offers a variety of programs for all driving abilities, whether one is a timid novice or a seasoned professional. Beginning in 1982, the Winter Driving School was established and modeled after the great ice driving...
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Tires
Recommended High Speed Pressure & Load Capacity Adjustments
For H-Speed Rated Tires
VehicleTop Speed
Required TirePressure Increase
Tire Load Capacity% of Branded Maximum
H-Speed Rated Tire35 psi O.E. Example
mph
km/h
psi
bar
% of value branded on...
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Tires
Recommended High Speed Pressure & Load Capacity Adjustments
For T-Speed Rated Tires
VehicleTop Speed
Required TirePressure Increase
Tire Load Capacity% of Branded Maximum
T-Speed Rated Tire35 psi O.E. Example
mph
km/h
psi
bar
% of value branded on...
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Tires
Recommended High Speed Pressure & Load Capacity Adjustments
For S-Speed Rated Tires
VehicleTop Speed
Required TirePressure Increase
Tire Load Capacity% of Branded Maximum
S-Speed Rated Tire35 psi O.E. Example
mph
km/h
psi
bar
% of value branded on...
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Tires
Recommended High Speed Pressure & Load Capacity Adjustments
For R-Speed Rated Tires
VehicleTop Speed
Required TirePressure Increase
Tire Load Capacity% of Branded Maximum
R-Speed Rated Tire35 psi O.E. Example
mph
km/h
psi
bar
% of value branded on...
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Parts & Accessories
With PIAA Silicone Ceramic Wiper
Prior to wiper use, prepare windshield according to the instructions included in the Windshield Preparation Kit.
Run blades "dry" for 5 minutes to complete windshield preparation. This spreads initial silicone coating on the...
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Tires
Using white rubber to add style to a tire's sidewall dates back into the early 1900s. In those days, the white rubber of wide, whitewall tires not only added style, but also acted as the sidewall's outer protective layer.
While most current tires feature black sidewall styling, selected...
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Tires
Continental has developed a ContiForceContact "care and feeding" brochure to help drivers get the best performance out of their tires.
Download the ContiForceContact Care and Maintenance Guide (PDF)