I am a returning member who has been off the grid for a few years

Hi,
Just returned and have a real noob question. I upgraded my 06 Tacoma Pre runner to 17X8.5 wheels and Falken 265/70R17 Tires. I have searched for the correct tire pressure, and read about the chalk process. My interest is that my dealer, my tire shop and the folks who work on my truck disagree on tire pressure. The Falkens have a max 44psi for heavy loads. This truck has gone through tires rapidly over the years, regardless of the alignments. I am just looking for some ballpark pressures for the front and rear for this tire / wheel combo on my Taco. Any feedback for this old, noob is appreciated. BTW, I have been recommended between 29psi to 40 psi, any advice is appreciated.
FGO

 

the chalk line is the best method to ensure you are getting even wear on your tires. The 44psi for heavy loads is if you are towing something heavy, you are in a midsize truck driving around with an empty bed, 44psi would be way to much. I have the same size tires and i am running about 33psi, but i also have not done the chalk test, i would recommend between 29 - 35 psi.

 

Welcome to the club!Great info from Zac above^!

 

Welcome back. I always do 35 - 36 psi on this size tire. I keep an eye on how they wear; if the outsides seem to wear more I increase the pressure, and if the middle wear I decrease the pressure, but in general I have found that 36± psi is good.

 

Thanks for the input folks!
FGO