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What eco friendly chemicals can be used to soften auto racing tires?

What eco friendly chemicals can be used to soften auto racing tires?

What eco friendly chemicals can be used to soften auto racing tires?

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What eco friendly chemicals can be used to soften auto racing tires?

RE: What eco friendly chemicals can be used to soften auto racing tires?

You cannot soften rubber after production/vulcanisation without affecting the characteristics of the tire.
Several solvents will make the tires swell and make them softer, but you actually need another rubber formulation.

RE: What eco friendly chemicals can be used to soften auto racing tires?

Metten is 100% correct.

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