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Old Aug 24, 2011 | 10:44 AM
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Default Re: Nitrogen

Originally Posted by OKC-XFR
Regular atmospheric air is 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen and 1% argon -- so when you fill up at a pump or with your compressor, you're putting in over 3/4 nitrogen. There are claims that pure nitrogen is more stable, but I don't see how that extra 22% would make that much of a difference. But like MikeR said, if you get a flat, get it towed - you'll save $$$ by not having to replace your TPMS that was ruined by the fix a flat goo.
I would say that the main advantage of nitrogen is the fact that it is free of water. If the tire has water in it to start with there would be no benefit.

Some compressors have too much water in the air and this can build up over time.

If you get new tires, get the nitrogen for free by asking for it at the time of installation and then top up with normal air. With 100% nitrogen to start and then topped up with 78% nitrogen there will not be too much of any other gases in the tire. Make free nitrogen a condition of sale from the tire dealer, no free gas = no sale, they may change their mind quickly.
 
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