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Old 5th February 2007 | 15:14
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Ladytech
 
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From: USA
Dry N2

Most of the reasons are correct. We use DRY nitrogen
mainly because of the possible water contamination.
Corrosion and also on an overheated tire it will turn to steam
and react with the tire & tire pressure. Heat is the main cause
of premature tire failure.
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