Nitrogen in car tyres

[BRETTCOLLINS]

Does anyone run Nitrogen in car tyres.

http://www.merityre.co.uk/why_nitrogen.htm

The main advantages of Nitrogen Inflation for tyres are as follows:

1

Tyre Inflation Pressure Remains More Stable
It is normally recommended that tyre pressures should be checked (including the spare tyre) monthly, and before any long trip. With nitrogen inflation, natural pressure loss is less and the interval for adjusting pressures is considerably extended. However, it is naturally still prudent to check your tyre pressures at the recommended intervals and particularly the pressure of any suspect tyre.

2

Condensation On The Inside Of Wheels Is Drastically Reduced
One of the most common everyday problems we face is corrosion on the inside of steel and alloy rims. This leads to leaking around the rim with corresponding suspicion of a slow puncture.The introduction of nitrogen inside the tyre prevents oxidization which causes a rapid ageing of the tyre and corrosion inside the rim.

3

The Possibility Of A Blow Out Or Explosion Is Reduced
Nitrogen doesn't heat up like oxygen, the tyre therefore runs cooler and thus reduces the possibility of explosion.

4

Better Grip On The Road
Nitrogen being far more stable in respect of temperature and pressure translates into better grip and improved vehicle handling. There are also proven reports of extended tyre life, making nitrogen inflation very cost effective. In addition to the benefits for most road users, nitrogen inflation has particular benfits for caravan, camper and trailer users. Better pressure retention and a reduction in the ageing process are real benefits for these vehicles which often spend a great deal of time standing in one place.

[s4woody]

my dad has his tyres filled with this stuff and he swears by it..and he,s 77...

[Scotty]

I check my tyres and pressures regulary. The way I look at it I'd be letting out Nitrogen all the time and be putting air in. I've therefore never bothered.

[shineydave]

i run nitrogen and to be fair if the pressures are set right from the outset you shouldn't need to top them up as the nitrogen molecules are larger than air and so don't leak as readily

[Scotty]

What I was getting at is that evert time you check them you get a little come out. I also find that with Goodyear F1's they need adjusting with the temperature of the weather, hence I'm always putting it in or taking it out.

[dazzer]

Hi Dave,

Where do you go for your Nitro or have you a nice big cylinder in the back yard?

cheers
Darren

[shineydave]

you can get it from National tyres

[Ruical]

I also find that with Goodyear F1's they need adjusting with the temperature of the weather

Scotty,

When i replaced my Bridgestones, my local garage filled the new F1's with nitrogen, and i have noticed that the pressure does not fluctuate much at all. Never had them on normal air, so cannot comment on the pressure fluctuations. Might be worth a try yourself though, as a wee experiment

They also said it is their standard policy to fill all new/replacement tyres with nitrogen.