Nitrogen?

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The cost for a home rig is cheap once you get the initial investment out the way.
And that is?

I don't drive enough for mileage to be an issue. They sit in the garage 29 days out of each month. But I'm curious about slow leaks and I might even use it in lawnmower tires for the same reason.
 

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And that is?

I don't drive enough for mileage to be an issue. They sit in the garage 29 days out of each month. But I'm curious about slow leaks and I might even use it in lawnmower tires for the same reason.
Not sure how nitrogen will help with slow leaks. A nitrogen molecule is .305 nanometers in diameter while an oxygen molecule is .299 nanometers. A human hair is between 60,000 and 100,000 nanometers. Pretty sure if there is a leak point that will let air out, it will let nitrogen out as well.
 

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And that is?

I don't drive enough for mileage to be an issue. They sit in the garage 29 days out of each month. But I'm curious about slow leaks and I might even use it in lawnmower tires for the same reason.
Cost can vary depending on the brand and quality of equipment. Biggest variable is the tank, which cost significantly less used than brand new (& can usually be found easily on Craigslist or fbmp

But you can do the whole set up for roughly $150 (plus fill) assuming you get a used tank for around 60 bucks. Can buy a regulator for around $40 and the couple feet of rubber hose and the brass sittings required for less than $50. Oh yeah, and you’ve got to take it to get filled, less than $20 locally at welding supply shop.

My set up was around $240, that’s because I sprung for a quality all brass regulator and the quick connect which was not required, just makes it easier. The only true consumable is the hose which is susceptible to dry rot if stored improperly. Everything practically lasts forever if you take care of it.
 

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