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100% nitrogen is totally different from air. Nitrogen is an inert chemical, in its pure form. But the other stuff in air (like oxygen) is very active. So, swapp
by bradknowles 3y ago
100% nitrogen is totally different from air. Nitrogen is an inert chemical, in its pure form. But the other stuff in air (like oxygen) is very active. So, swapping out plain air for 100% nitrogen actually does help reduce the corrosion inside the tire.
It's expensive, yes. You may not consider that expense to be worth it. But there is still value there.
- jqpabc123 3y agoOk. Have you ever tested the "nitro" in the tires to make sure it isn't just air (aka 78% nitrogen)? No --- and neither has any other buyer. But you're willing to trust a car dealer (???) who is desperately trying to take advantage of you and you're willing to overpay for something you can't even verify. The NHTSA has looked at this BS oxidation claim and their conclusion is: This is not a practical concern for most consumers, because they replace the tires (due to tread wear) long before degradation is a problem. https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/tire-buying-maintenance/should-you-use-nitrogen-in-car-tires-a6260003694/ https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/tire-buying-maintenance...
- Projectiboga 3y agoAnother risk is anaerobic bacteria inside the tires if you don't bleed and refill them. Sounds like the pure Nitrogen is a setup for that to happen on occasion. So main tip is skip the extras and bleed and refill your tires twice a year.