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deutze
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as I was told the benefit comes from less water in the nitrogen that would lead to rusting inside the tire and rim.

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Triple Creek Reaper
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I have noticed a difference in pressure changes due to temperature swings.

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GoodOyster
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as I was told the benefit comes from less water in the nitrogen that would lead to rusting inside the tire and rim.

Tires don't rust, and alloy wheels don't either. Even modern steel rims are extremely rust resistant to the point that some humidity in the air won't affect them. If you can get nitrogen in your tires for free, go for it. If you have to pay for it, you aren't really going to see any measurable benefit from it, unless you are racing. Get yourself a little pancake compressor from Harbor Freight for $60 or so, and an inline air filter, maybe a dessicant filter, and you can have practically dry air for your tires for years. You can also use some air tools - nailers, paint sprayers, grinders, sanders, etc.

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deutze
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tires don't rust, thanks for the update. I should have been more specific. it's the valves in the tire stems that rust and lose air. ACCORDING to the tire guy. plus you will have to add air less often which I have noticed. nitrogen would give more advantages in colder climates. the inline filter in the air compressor is a good idea though, thanks. I may just do that one.

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