middleagecrazy said:
I run what the tire manufacture puts as the rating on the side of the tire. Anthony
Anthony, that rating is the maximum allowable pressure at the highest GVW. Not a good choice for either ride, handling, or longevity.
With Michelin ZX, 155 80's on the '63, it likes 22 front, 24 rear.
The '72 is on Sumitomo 175 70's, and wants 24 front and 26 rear, but it's heavier than the '63.
Jack, I think I'd start with 22F, 24R on the Bugeye, and see how it feels. There are a few tricks you can use to optimize the inflation pressures, such as chalking the sidewalls, driving through some good corners, then checking the marks for evidence of rollover, checking temps across the face of the tread, etc.
Jeff