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Already used in Formula One and Military Aircraft, nitrogen is the safest, best possible tyre gas. |
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Being an inert gas, it cannot catch fire or explode. |
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Tyres inflated with nitrogen run between 10 and 15% cooler. |
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Tyres inflated with air run hotter than those inflated with nitrogen. Nitrogen disperses heat quicker than air. Tyres run cooler and tyre life is extended by up to 20% |
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Tyres inflated with nitrogen do not lose pressure as quickly as those filled with air. |
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If there is no damage to the rim or tyre, the pressure will remain constant, because air migrates faster through a tyre than nitrogen. |
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Recommended tyre pressure |
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Tyres inflated with nitrogen should be inflated to the same pressure as air. i.e: the manafacturer's recommended tyre pressure for the vehicle. |
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You can top up with air |
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Air is already 78% nitrogen, mixing the two will not cause damage to the tyre. You can re-inflate to 100% nitrogen at your convenience. |
| Cooler running tyres, with constant pressures, make them last longer. |
| Feel the difference on the road and in your pocket. |
| So when it comes to dealing with matters of inflation, deal with Jacques at Tiger Wheel & Tyre, Amanzimtoti. |
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