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Very interesting idea, though i am at a loss as to the intended use. It cannot be for regular refilling of the tires, which happens every 4 weeks max so... - military? after a shot to the tires have a sealant automatically close the hole, then refill the tire by your hubcap-pump while driving? |
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really nice idea - bit over engineered for a monthly tyre pump though...mind you.... in a lazier society which doesn't do the monthly car pump - it would sell...harder tyres = more life = more mpg... |
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on a side note..i often thought of putting my washing in a hub cap..... |
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The intended use would be to completely replace regular filling of tires. When the car is being driven, the tires would be filled continuously, with excess air being vented by a small relief valve. |
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Of course, you'd still need to periodically check the tires' air pressure... but with this invention, low pressure could only be cause by actual punctures, not air diffusion through the rubber. |
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What would the extra weight do to gas mileage? |
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//on a side note..i often thought of putting my washing in a hub cap// I'm sure I've heard of this for Land Rovers. |
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