Originally Posted by
Davidka
"Fact" was your choice of word so here's a list from this discussion for review:
Facts:
- inhaling solvent vapors is harmful to the health of humans
- traction compounds accelerates tire and foam wear
- the last one increases the month to month costs of racing
- many racers (including paid pros) choose not to participate at some race venues based on traction compound use alone
Comments on item 1. Smelling is the not the same as inhaling or huffing. I have not witnessed racers huffing traction compound. Depending on the solvent and environmental factors like exhaust air pressures, flash points, evaporation levels, etc. The levels of exposure are probably not great enough to be more than irritants rather than harmful.