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Old Feb 5, 2007 | 05:20 PM
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Default Re: Nitrogen In Tires

Originally Posted by Mike L
I have nitrogen in my tires for a couple reasons. No corrosion around the lip of the rim
eliminating air leaks.
Better handling.
I went as far to get my own tank and regulator, I think it's worth it considering the cost of the tires.
If those things were all true, I also think it would be worth it. I'm just not convinced of the science behind all these advantages. I think the wheel is exposed to air on it's outside all day every day, and I haven't noticed any corrosion. And if the holes in your tire are bigger than O2 molecules but smaller than N2 molecules, I'm betting your air leaks aren't too bad to begin with. Finally, I don't know why N2 tires would handle any better than compressed air tires, at the same pressure. I am, however, skeptical by nature. I still don't own a ginsu knife, chia pet, or "magic bullet" food processor.
 
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